On the grapevine

If you have no plans for this evening, you may be able to pick up a ticket to a charity wine tasting at Bedern in York at 7.30pm. Live music, seasonal food and wines presented by Majestic Wine Warehouse. Tickets cost £40, ring 01757 704361 to book your place.

By The Newsroom

Published 6th May 2010, 15:12 BST

Updated 6th May 2010, 15:12 BST

Stroll in store

Majestic in York (01904 659191) will hold a Wine Walk on May 13, starting at 6.30pm. A wine walk is a non-energetic form of wine tasting, with a guided stroll around the store. You will taste eight wines during the evening and it is free, although advance booking is essential.

Gourmet evening

Wines from the dynamic Paul Mas estate in southern France will be presented by Cedric Deniset at a gourmet dinner on Tuesday, May 25 at The Cut Waterside Restaurant in Shipley. Organised by David Lawson at Chez Vin. Ring him on 01943 466143 for tickets, 45 each.

Bordeaux 2009

I have tasted a great many of the 2009 wines and must say that I am impressed by the depth and style. These are not big monsters, but should develop elegance and exuberance over time.

YP MAG 8/5/10