International Wine Tours
Beyond the UK, Leah organises exclusive wine-focused travel experiences. Her latest saw a group of 11 wine-loving women journey to Reims, Champagne.
Leah Newman is the founder and driving force behind Whispering Wine, a premier wine events and merchant company based in the North East of England. With over a decade of experience in the wine trade and the prestigious WSET Diploma to her name, Leah is fast becoming the North East’s most seasoned and respected wine expert.
Through Whispering Wine, Leah curates and hosts immersive tasting events, two bi-annual wine fairs, and specialist educational experiences that bring the world of wine to life for both enthusiasts and professionals. She collaborates closely with Newcastle Wine School and Carruthers & Kent in Gosforth to deliver high-level wine education.
Dedicated to raising the profile of wine education in the region, Leah also lobbies wine PR companies and importers to bring free, expert-led lectures to the North East, empowering members of the trade with the knowledge they need to thrive.
Leah is the founder and host of Newcastle Wine Week, a landmark event that debuted in June 2025 across nearly 40 venues city-wide. Backed by NE1, and featuring iconic establishments like Blackfriars, Kaltur, House of Tides, and St. Vincent, the festival gave consumers a first-of-its-kind opportunity to explore new and exciting wine styles, while driving increased engagement and revenue for the local hospitality sector.
Beyond the UK, Leah organises exclusive wine-focused travel experiences. Her latest saw a group of 11 wine-loving women journey to Reims, Champagne.