Customer Feedback
Customer feedback on recent WSET Courses:
"I finished the WSET2 course with Cherie last night and just wanted to say that she is a true legend!! What a fab teacher. It was a shame I didn't get to say a proper thank you after the test. Please can you let her know that she was utterly fab and its been a really good few weeks? Thank you!!" (Katie Simmonds, April 2012)
"A thoroughly absorbing, interesting and challenging course delivered with humour, enthusiasm and intelligence by Jimmy, a veritable human encyclopedia of wine knowledge. Highly enjoyable and recommended to anyone wishing to get an in-depth knowledge of this fascinating subject!" (Paul Garside, WSET Advanced Course August 2010)
"West London Wine School provides an enthusiastic, confident & yet relaxed learning environment." (Tim Stratton, WSET Advanced Course, January 2011)
"Very intensive course and great value" (Tony Knox, WSET Advanced Course January 2011)
"I would highly recommend this course - Jimmy makes wine fun, engaging and accessible. Whilst his knowledge is sky-high, he's able to weave humour into his class, bringing the different regions to life and making you thirsty to learn more about the wonderful world of wine." (Lucy Shaw, WSET Advanced Course August 2010)
"Jimmy was very enthusiastic and made it all very interesting." (Rachel, WSET Intermediate, June 2010)
"The course was interesting and accessible as well as fun!" (Simon, WSET Intermediate, June 2010)
"Enjoyed the whole course but particular credit should go to Jimmy for his teaching style & his contagious enthusiasm." (Gary, WSET Intermediate, June 2010)
“In a word - Fantastic! I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish and am absolutely amazed at how much I've actually taken in! The visual learning pieces we did on Burgundy, Germany and Italy will stay with me for a long, long time. They were a brilliant learning tool - something I might re-inact in the back shop for my staff... I have always had a keen interest in wine, but it's really stepped up a couple of gears since starting the Advanced, so thank you very much! Again, thank you very much, I thoroughly enjoyed it!” (Ciaran, WSET Advanced Course April 2010)
"Great experience. Gained alot of knowledge that I can use in everyday life. Great tutor with passion and incredible knowledge!" (Sonal, WSET Intermediate Course May 2010)
"Jimmy's knowledge is extraordinary and his enthusiasm is infectious - highly enjoyable course!" (Paul, WSET Intermediate Course May 2010)
"Our tutor, Jimmy, was greatly enthusiastic. It really does make learning that much more enjoyable when the tutor is enthusiastic and knowledgeable." (Gajanan, WSET Intermediate Course May 2010)
To view all of our WSET Advanced courses visit here
Customer feedback on recent 8-Week Wine Courses:
"Jimmy is an excellent enthusiastic teacher who has a passion for wine & the wine making process." (Jayne, January 2011)
"Great course, really enjoyed it" (Kieran, January 2011)
"Jimmy you're like an encylopedia... but fun!" (Lorenzo, 17th June)
"I loved Jimmy's passionate and lively lessons and really appreciated his ability to deliver wine terminologies and information in a way that even the general novice can understand and relate to. I look forward to continuing my wine education at the WLWS!!" (Jayne, 17th June)
"Two thumbs up to Jimmy, his energy & excitement and passion for wine is very well communicated. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to boost their understanding of wine." (Santiago, 17th June)
"A relaxing and comfortable atmosphere to learn about wine from a tutor and company who are sincere about their love and deep knowledge on the subject. Fantastic. Animal!" (Adrian, 17th June)
"Really enjoyable!" (Polly, 6th April)
"The course has made me understand what I like and dislike and I have become 'adventurous' with trying new regions of the world" (Louise, 6th April)
"An excellent introduction which provides a solid foundation into the basics of wine including regions, production and most importantly tasting. Excellent value and the opportunity to find some really great wines that I would never have bought but now form a staple part of my new wine cellar. Jimmy presented in an informal manner which allows you to learn about wine whilst making new friends over some fantastic wines." (Llywd, 6th April)
"Really enjoyable course. I now feel more confident to try different wines." (Justine, 6th April)
"I would definately recommend WLWS - a gift voucher would make a great present." (Annabel, 6th April)
"We've had a wonderful time and it's a great introduction to the 'world of wines' for the novice who used to spend £4-6 - well done Jimmy I'm now a more expensive alcoholic!" (Sara, 6th April)
To view all our 8-week wine courses visit here
Customer feedback on recent 4-Week Wine Courses:
"A great experience. I'm sorry it's the last day - we will definately be back" (Luisa, 15th June)
"Great fun. Really enjoyable way to understand a different market & different grape varieties. Right wines, right course length, right level of content & right level of interaction - highly recommend" (Duncan, Italian 4-week Course, 15th June)
"This was a great birthday present, I know very little about Italian wines before the course but now I have a much greater knowledge & ability to select Italian wines" (Kathy, Italian 4-week Course, 15th June)
"Educational, entertaining & fun" (Dominic, Italian 4-week Course, 15th June)
"Ambitiously wide-ranging course nimbly & expertly covered by Jimmy" (Steve, Italian 4-week Course, 15th June)
"Lots of useful and very informative information, weel presented & with enthusiasm. Jimmy is a great guide through the daunting complexity of Italian grape varieties & unravels it all beautifully" (Luisa, Italian 4-week Course, 15th June)
"Excellent. A fun way to learn about wine. I learnt alot more than I thought I would - a fascinating insight - just the start!" (Alex, 18th May)
"This was a very interesting way of experiencing wine & to test my assumption of overall preferred wine regions (France!)." (Sarah, France versus New World Course, 18th May)
"I have recommended the school highly to friends as a great experience - it was good each week to get a mix of people and Jimmy is an excellent presenter and makes the experience accessible but fun" (Alicia 21st April)
"I found the course very informative in the basic understanding of wine. I've since been able to order wines in restaurants and identify theirs flavours on the palate - worth the time and the money!" (Divya 21st April)
"The course was targeted perfectly - there was a good amount of content and information without detracting from enjoying the tasting itself." (Alicia 21st April)
"Really liked that the wines are easily accessible and affordable... Jimmy is very knowledgeable about wine... discussion and content easy to remember" (Sandra 21st April)
"Really enjoyed it!" (Jasmine 11th March)
"Jimmy is an excellent teacher - passionate, knows his stuff and never makes you feel like a beginner - thank you!" (Vicky 11th March)
"The 4-week wine course was a very good introduction to the world of wine... easy to follow and understand... and above all the wines were delicious!!! All in all a great opportunity to learn about wine and to meet other people." (Ramona 11th March)
"I took the course as an introduction to wine tasting and was blown away by the quality and usefulness of the knowledge given. Thanks - will come again!" (Janna 11th March
To view all our 4-week wine courses visit here
Customer feedback on recent Saturday Introduction to Wine Courses:
"We had a lovely day, learnt lots of interesting facts & tasted some delicious wine. As partof the course we enjoyed a fantastic lunch in a nearby restaurant overlooking the river. After only one day, we now feel able to distinguish the different tastes of wine & how to choose a decent wine in the shop." (Heather, May 15th 2010)
"I would highly recommend the course either by itself or as a prelude to a more in-depth course. It is a course which would be ideal for anyone with an interest in wine - for people attending alone, as a couple or with a group of friends as I did." (Larissa, May 15th 2010)
"Excellent course that has given me confidence to talk about and choose wine" (Jeanette, March 20th 2010)
"I am struggling to remember a more pleasant Saturday afternoon - nope, I can't. Brilliant, thanks Jimmy!" (Martin, March 20th 2010)
"Fantastic intro to wines, thoroughly enjoyable. Feel qualified to choose and enjoy wines on a much more informal and sophisticated level. Fantastic." (Oliver, March 20th 2010)
"Thought the informality was fabulous - very accessible, very enjoyable - perfect for novices like myself. Keep up the good wine!" (Lisa, March 20th 2010)
"We were a mixed bunch, from those who know and love their wine to those who wanted a fun weekend activity, but it doesn't seem to make a difference, as Jimmy regales us with nuggets of info, which sees us all scribbling on our splattered tasting sheets!" (TNT magazine, March 8th 2010)
To view all of our Saturday Introduction to Wine courses visit here
Customer Feedback on Corporate Events
"Thank you for such a great evening wine tasting last night. The evening delivered way beyond our expectations and your passion and knowledge for wine really shone through. We thoroughly enjoyed trying new varietals in a great atmosphere - thanks again for such a good relaxed and informative time - its a very difficult balance to strike! You and your wine school will be highly recommended." (Henri & Richard Stuart-Reckling, Private Tasting)
"Just a note to thank you for hosting a very enjoyable event at Lancing last night. It was enjoyed by all and we were able to raise over £250 for HRW. I really liked the format of the event and the way in which you imparted your knowledge." (Scott Greenhaugh, Lancing College Tasting)
"The course has been absolutely fabulous – you make things really interesting and explain it all really well. I wish the course was longer! Wednesday’s one was interesting because of the food matching – I would have liked to have done more of that really. Very clever!" (Polly Russell-Jones, Billington Course Tasting)
"Jimmy well done your enthusiasm and passion is really rubbing off on our people" (Ron Booker, Wine Rack Regional Manager)
“I've wanted to do a Wine Tasting for ages, I loved it. I think you're very good... I was on a course today and told everyone about it” (Jo Norris Private Tasting 27/02/10)
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