Upcoming General Interest Wine Seminars and Tasting Group Sessions
Thursday, March 19th @ 6:30pm
Meet Your Maker with
Trey Busch, Co-Founder and Wine Maker
Sleight of Hand Cellars
Walla Walla, Washington
Join us with our special guest, Trey Busch, co-founder and wine maker of Sleight of Hand Cellars from Washington's famous Walla Walla AVA.
Trey's wines at Sleight of Hand are among the very best in Washington (and the world for that matter) as he has had 11 consecutive years of one or more wines selected among the Top 100 Wines in the World in multiple publications including Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Wine & Spirits, and International Wine Report among others from 2015 to the most recent 2025 lists!
Trey will be discussing his entry into the wine industry, the unique terroir of Washington's Columbia Valley, including Walla Walla, the Rocks District, and Yakima Valley among others with an outstanding flight of seven wines to taste throughout the presentation.
An incredible opportunity to taste with the winemaker right here in Paso Robles!
Tuesday, March 24 @ 6pm
Around the World in 80 Wines #10
Who was Junipero Serra and how California Wines became Famous
Join us for part 10 of our 10 part wine seminar series where we uncork the stories behind 80 iconic wines from the world’s most celebrated regions.
Saving the best for last -- we're having a Napa/Sonoma vs Paso Robles showdown where we'll be tasting top tier examples of key varietal wines from each region side by side and explain the terroir factors that shape the distinctly different personalities of these wines and decide which region reigns supreme (but we already know the answer is under our feet, right? )
Join in anytime! Each seminar stands alone so if you've missed one or more of the series segments, you won't be lost. We'll be offering this series on a rotating basis so you'll be able to catch up on the other stops in the near future.
Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious enthusiast, you'll deepen your knowledge, refine your palate, and gain a deeper appreciation of the artistry in every bottle. Explore the globe, one wine at a time — no passport required.
Saturday, March 28th @ 2:00pm
Masterclass - Willamette Valley
Join us for an authoritative deep dive into the wine regions of the Willamette Valley. Renowned as one of the finest Pinot Noir growing regions in the world, Willamette Valley has been evolving with new appellations and a growing reputation for equally outstanding Chardonnay. Discover the Pacific Northwest's cool climate paradise for these Burgundian stars.
Thursday, Apr. 2, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Masterclass - Merlot
Join us for a deep dive into the origins, expression, and global expressions of this noble French grape variety. As both leading man and sidekick in some of the most respected and expressive wines in the world, we'll explore the depth and breadth of Merlot from its origins in France through its travels around the globe.
Tuesday, April 7th @ 6:00pm
The Wines and Regions of Chile
South America's Wine Growing Paradise
Join us for a deep dive taste-and-learn seminar on the wines and regions of one of the oldest wine growing regions in the Americas. Chile is often seen as a recent entrant onto the international wine scene, but its wine making history goes all the way back to the earliest explorations of the New World. Phylloxera free, and and the intersection of a unique combination of ocean influence, mountain landscape, and surprising latitude, these factors come together to make Chile a "Goldilocks" just-right paradise for everything from Pinot noir to Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah within this narrow strip of land between the Andes and the Pacific.
Tuesday, April 14: 6:30pm -7:30pm
Tasting Group Session
No prior experience required!!!
Central Coast School of Wine's Open Tasting Group session for anyone interested in sharpening their tasting skills or preparing for a WSET or Court of Master Sommelier's Exam.
Our tasting groups are fun, lively and conversational with the group sharing and comparing their impressions of each wine before we reveal each one. A great networking opportunity and a chance to learn about wines from around the world in a casual, conversational format. Limited to 12 seats per session.
Upcoming WSET Courses
Not finding a course that works with your schedule? Contact us to inquire about semi-private options.