On the grapevine

Latitude in Leeds will hold a tasting of about 50 examples of aged rums and whiskies on November 11 between 7pm and 9pm at The Piazza by Anthony, The Corn Exchange, Leeds. On show will be a fine range of aged rums including Banks VXO from Guyana, Diplomatico from Venezuela and Ron Barcelo from Dominican Republic. Against them will be Glenkinchie, Dalwhinnie, Talisker, Suntory and many more whiskies. This is an exceptional tasting and tickets, which cost 5, will sell out fast. Ring 0113 245 3393 for details.

Just tasted

Morgon Les Charmes 2009 Beaujolais, Louis Latour, Majestic, normally 9.99 a bottle, now 8.99 on multibuy. This is a million miles away from the flavours of nouveau, there's the scent of violets on the nose, then raspberry and cherry fruit backed by enough earthy character and rounded tannins to make this good enough to go with lamb, pasta and grilled chicken. It will keep for another couple of years or so.

Dinner date

Jane Hunter from Hunter's Wine in New Zealand will be presenting her wines at a dinner on Monday, October 4 at Cafe 21 in Newcastle upon Tyne. Tickets cost 55, ring Michael Jobling Wines on 0191 3784 554 for details.