Cheese and Wine Tasting Birmingham – A Saturday Afternoon Classic: Volume 3, June

Join us at Loki Great Western Arcade for our most popular event: the Cheese and Wine Tasting. Spend a relaxed Saturday afternoon discovering how seven carefully chosen wines from our curated collection pair beautifully with artisan cheeses from our favourite suppliers.

Guided by one of Loki’s experts, you’ll explore a series of matches that highlight both classic duos and intriguing new combinations. Along the way, you’ll learn the art of pairing, discover why certain wines and cheeses work so well together, and even challenge the myth that Port is the only wine that belongs on a cheeseboard.

What to Expect at Our Cheese and Wine Tasting

• Taste seven wines from Loki’s carefully curated collection
• Explore why texture, acidity, sweetness, and salt all play a role in pairing
• Enjoy pairings with artisan cheeses from trusted local and international suppliers
• Experience expert-led guidance in a relaxed, sociable atmosphere
• Take away pairing inspiration for your own cheeseboards and gatherings

Example Wines and Pairings from a Previous Event

• Greywacke ‘Wild’ Sauvignon Blanc with Wyngaard – firm, savoury goat’s cheese matched with a wild-fermented New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, adding nuance and complexity beyond the typical style
• Flor de Vetus Verdejo with Mimolette Affiné – French cheese with a Gouda-like texture highlights the passion fruit notes in this expressive Spanish white
• Charles Heidsieck Brut NV Champagne with 36-Month Parmigiano – an umami-driven match of lees-aged Champagne with aged parmesan enjoyed as a cheese in its own right
• Palladino Biferno Rosso with Berkswell – a “flavour turbo” pairing where the saltiness of this dry, mature cheese amplifies the fruitiness of the Italian red
• Reyneke Syrah with Smoked Gubbeen – a bold match that focuses on shared smoky, savoury flavours in both wine and cheese
• Libamus Mencía Dulce (Fortified) with Manchego Viejo – subtle nuttiness in the cheese balances the richness of this Spanish fortified red
• Tahbilk Cane-Cut Marsanne with Valdeón – intensely blue, salty cheese brings out apricot and honey notes in the luscious sweet wine, creating a sweet-salty counterpoint

Who Should Join the Cheese and Wine Tasting?

• Cheese lovers eager to explore perfect wine matches
• Wine enthusiasts curious about food pairing principles
• Groups of friends, couples, or colleagues seeking a fun Saturday activity
• Both beginners and seasoned tasters – this event is engaging, approachable, and delicious for everyone

Event Details

When: Saturday 13th June 2026, 12 pm
Where: Loki Great Western Arcade
Price: £45 per person

*You can receive a full refund up to 30 days before the event and transfer your ticket up to 14 days before the event.
All transfers within 14 days of the event will incur a £10 fee per ticket to cover non-recoverable costs.

**Images are for illustration purposes only.