Beers & Wines   

Belgium produces a vast variety of beers and ales dating back centuries. In this short course we'll explore some of the background and history of Belgian brewing, and sample a few of the amazingly complex beers and ales crafted in this small (but mighty) country.

Note: Students must 21 or older. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of Organic Wines. The relatively new category of wines labeled as "Organic" is expanding at a rate of over 10% per year. It's time to discover what differentiates "Organic" wines from the majority of wines we see on store shelves. This session will key in on the details of organic viticulture followed by a tasting of organic wines. Far out!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

Lecture and tasting of Organic Wines. The relatively new category of wines labeled as "Organic" is expanding at a rate of over 10% per year. It's time to discover what differentiates "Organic" wines from the majority of wines we see on store shelves. This session will key in on the details of organic viticulture followed by a tasting of organic wines. Far out!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

Lecture and tasting of wines from central Spain. Once known as the land of cheap and cheerful wines, Central Spain has elevated its game to a quality player. A unique mix of grape types adds flavor identity, unique to the region. It's time to journey through "El Centro" and evaluate their contribution to Spanish viniculture. ¿Te apuntas?

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

An exploration of high value grocery store wines at $20 or less per bottle. A quick survey of grocery store wine shelves will reveal current prices for most offerings are between $5 and $50 per bottle. Major grocery chains can have 750 different choices to complicate the buying process. How does one determine the best $ value in their quest for high quality at a modest price? This session will teach you how to identify value in the competitive grocery store wine market.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

An exploration of high value grocery store wines at $20 or less per bottle. A quick survey of grocery store wine shelves will reveal current prices for most offerings are between $5 and $50 per bottle. Major grocery chains can have 750 different choices to complicate the buying process. How does one determine the best $ value in their quest for high quality at a modest price? This session will teach you how to identify value in the competitive grocery store wine market.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

An exploration of high value grocery store wines at $20 or less per bottle. A quick survey of grocery store wine shelves will reveal current prices for most offerings are between $5 and $50 per bottle. Major grocery chains can have 750 different choices to complicate the buying process. How does one determine the best $ value in their quest for high quality at a modest price? This session will teach you how to identify value in the competitive grocery store wine market.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of wines from central Spain. Once known as the land of cheap and cheerful wines, Central Spain has elevated its game to a quality player. A unique mix of grape types adds flavor identity, unique to the region. It's time to journey through "El Centro" and evaluate their contribution to Spanish viniculture. ¿Te apuntas?

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

A leader in value-based, sub $10 wines, Trader Joe's has escalated its game, to also offer custom-made, premium-grade wines, identified as "Reserve," "Grand Reserve," "Platinum Reserve" and even an elusive "Diamond Reserve." In this session, we'll dive into Trader Joe's reserve wine category and assert their true value. Are they worth the extra $$$?......we'll find out!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

Online-only wine retailers have eliminated brick-and-mortar overhead, giving them a competitive advantage. This model has evolved to include high-end online retailers, focused on premium bottlings sold at big discounts. Let's explore this value proposition by sampling various prime-grade wines ($50 to $150 msrp) sold at a fraction of their retail price.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Online-only wine retailers have eliminated brick-and-mortar overhead, giving them a competitive advantage. This model has evolved to include high-end online retailers, focused on premium bottlings sold at big discounts. Let's explore this value proposition by sampling various prime-grade wines ($50 to $150 msrp) sold at a fraction of their retail price.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

The world's two top grapes; Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, share 1.5 million acres of plantings around the globe. Cabernet produces bold, robust, tannic wines, while Merlots are known for being softer, smoother, and more approachable. Their Ying and Yang make them perfect partners for blending, especially common in Bordeaux. This session will compare wines made with both grapes, as single varietals and in blended form. Oh, to choose...to choose!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

The world's two top grapes; Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, share 1.5 million acres of plantings around the globe. Cabernet produces bold, robust, tannic wines, while Merlots are known for being softer, smoother, and more approachable. Their Ying and Yang make them perfect partners for blending, especially common in Bordeaux. This session will compare wines made with both grapes, as single varietals and in blended form. Oh, to choose...to choose!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

The world's two top grapes; Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, share 1.5 million acres of plantings around the globe. Cabernet produces bold, robust, tannic wines, while Merlots are known for being softer, smoother, and more approachable. Their Ying and Yang make them perfect partners for blending, especially common in Bordeaux. This session will compare wines made with both grapes, as single varietals and in blended form. Oh, to choose...to choose!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of wines ideal for Spring consumption. Let's renew our palates with wines for the season! As we migrate from hearty winter fare, to spring vegetables and lighter main courses, our wine choices should be adjusted accordingly. Explore wines that are ideal for the spring season and follow our passions! 

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of wines ideal for Spring consumption. Let's renew our palates with wines for the season! As we migrate from hearty winter fare, to spring vegetables and lighter main courses, our wine choices should be adjusted accordingly. Explore wines that are ideal for the spring season and follow our passions! 

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of Portuguese dry red wines and fortified Port wines. Fortified Port wines are Portugal's claim to fame, however, a transition is underway to emphasize the production of dry red wines, using Port wine grapes. In this seminar, we'll compare wines made with the same grapes; fortified (sweet Port wines) and un-fortified (dry red table wines). Prepare for a delicious excursion into Portuguese enology!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of Portuguese dry red wines and fortified Port wines. Fortified Port wines are Portugal's claim to fame, however, a transition is underway to emphasize the production of dry red wines, using Port wine grapes. In this seminar, we'll compare wines made with the same grapes; fortified (sweet Port wines) and un-fortified (dry red table wines). Prepare for a delicious excursion into Portuguese enology!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of premium select wines ($25 to $55 per bottle) from southern Rhone Villages. The southern Rhone may be France's best-kept secret for quality and value in full-bodied red wines. Superior wines of the region are produced in "Villages" such as Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas. Let's explore premium-grade wine offerings from specific top "Villages" of the southern Rhone. Bon Appetit! 

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of premium select wines ($25 to $55 per bottle) from southern Rhone Villages. The southern Rhone may be France's best-kept secret for quality and value in full-bodied red wines. Superior wines of the region are produced in "Villages" such as Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas. Let's explore premium-grade wine offerings from specific top "Villages" of the southern Rhone. Bon Appetit! 

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of premium select wines ($25 to $55 per bottle) from southern Rhone Villages. The southern Rhone may be France's best-kept secret for quality and value in full-bodied red wines. Superior wines of the region are produced in "Villages" such as Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas. Let's explore premium-grade wine offerings from specific top "Villages" of the southern Rhone. Bon Appetit! 

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and Tasting of Premium quality Pinot Noir wines from the Central Coast of California. Some of California's best Pinot Noir wines are produced on the Central Coast of California, between Monterey and Santa Barbara. The wines are elegant and complex with lush fruit characteristics. In this session, we'll investigate the top-growing sub-regions of the Central Coast and sample a premium selection ($20 to $60 per bottle) of Pinot Noir wines.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

Lecture and Tasting of Premium quality Pinot Noir wines from the Central Coast of California. Some of California's best Pinot Noir wines are produced on the Central Coast of California, between Monterey and Santa Barbara. The wines are elegant and complex with lush fruit characteristics. In this session, we'll investigate the top-growing sub-regions of the Central Coast and sample a premium selection ($20 to $60 per bottle) of Pinot Noir wines.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

Lecture and Tasting of Premium quality Pinot Noir wines from the Central Coast of California. Some of California's best Pinot Noir wines are produced on the Central Coast of California, between Monterey and Santa Barbara. The wines are elegant and complex with lush fruit characteristics. In this session, we'll investigate the top-growing sub-regions of the Central Coast and sample a premium selection ($20 to $60 per bottle) of Pinot Noir wines.

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

A leader in value-based, sub $10 wines, Trader Joe's has escalated its game, to also offer custom-made, premium-grade wines, identified as "Reserve," "Grand Reserve," "Platinum Reserve" and even an elusive "Diamond Reserve." In this session, we'll dive into Trader Joe's reserve wine category and assert their true value. Are they worth the extra $$$?......we'll find out!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

A leader in value-based, sub $10 wines, Trader Joe's has escalated its game, to also offer custom-made, premium-grade wines, identified as "Reserve," "Grand Reserve," "Platinum Reserve" and even an elusive "Diamond Reserve." In this session, we'll dive into Trader Joe's reserve wine category and assert their true value. Are they worth the extra $$$?......we'll find out!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

 

Lecture and tasting of wines from key Beaujolais communes. Situated just south of Burgundy, the Beaujolais wine region has made great quality strides in recent decades. Its wines are fruit-forward and delicious with a wide variety of cuisine. This session will explore wine production methods and  sample wines produced in the top communes ("Villages") of Beaujolais. Ce sera fantastique!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.

Lecture and tasting of wines from key Beaujolais communes. Situated just south of Burgundy, the Beaujolais wine region has made great quality strides in recent decades. Its wines are fruit-forward and delicious with a wide variety of cuisine. This session will explore wine production methods and  sample wines produced in the top communes ("Villages") of Beaujolais. Ce sera fantastique!

Note: Students must 21 or older and bring a wine glass to the class.

This course will include a tasting of up to 9 1.5-ounce tastings of various wines. All registered participants are fully aware alcohol will be distributed in the classroom for possible consumption and will accept full responsibility for transportation to and from the classroom.