Get to Know Pinot

Why is Pinot so popular (and so expensive)? Wait, aren't some white and some red? And what's the difference between Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris, anyway?

Learn the answers to these questions and many more as you taste eight pinots in a casual, informative atmosphere. Sample Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Grigio from around the globe and get to know one of the world's celebrated wines.

This class teaches everything you always wanted to know about wine but were afraid to ask. What it is, how to taste it and an aroma/component seminar. Students will taste, examine and learn to describe six wines.

You've tasted and learned about the noble grapes, now take your wine knowledge a little further. Explore the history and unique qualities of the world's famous sparklers, blends, and fortified wines to broaden your horizons.

This seminar takes a cause and effect look at how food interacts and changes the flavor of wine. In class, you will sample foods that represent the five basic food tastes: sweet, sour, salt, bitter and umami, and follow it with a taste of wine. After learning some basic food and wine pairing principals, you will be able to predict how the wine will change when tasting it with food. It's an exciting and enlightening class that you won’t believe until you try it for yourself.

Gain a firm understanding of the most typical flavors and aromas in red wine through component tasting. Train your senses using fruits, spices and other foods to help identify those aromas and flavors in wines. You will taste and evaluate six wines during this class.

Get a firm understanding of white wine nuances as we taste and evaluate 6 key white grapes from around the world. Learn how to identify key markers of white grapes simply by smelling them. This class can stand alone or be taken with Wine 101 to help lock down the basics.

Do you break into a cold sweat every time the waiter hands you the wine list? This class will teach you everything you need to know to order wine with confidence! Gain an understanding of wine lists, learn how to choose the right wine for your meal and how to get the best wine service. Etiquette tips on restaurant wine service will also be discussed. Students will taste six wines during the class.

Discover what makes wine a sensual experience. Similar to our Wine 101 course. The majority of class time will be focused on tasting, swirling and smelling. Faults and textures will be discussed as well. A light snack is served at the beginning of the class.

The Loire Valley has a great array of wines of every style—sparkling, white, red, rosé and dessert. Explore the wines and history of this region including Bordeaux, one of the most recognizable wine regions in the world. Taste eight wines and enjoy a light snack.

Explore the history and fine wines of Burgundy, home of the “wine of kings.” It is then on to the Rhone Valley and nearby Chateauneuf du Pape to taste the “wine of popes.” Students will taste eight wines and enjoy a light snack.

Two of the northernmost regions in France are the topic of this wine class. Learn how Champagne is made and why it is famous the world over. Alsace, a small region bordering Germany, produces fabulous food-friendly whites that need to be discovered. Taste eight wines and enjoy a light snack.

The wines of Australia and New Zealand are becoming some of the most popular in the world. Find out why at this class. We will taste 8 wines representing the most important regions of these two wine countries. A light snack is provided.