Upcoming Seminar Schedule
French Wine Foundations Series
Bordeaux
Thursday, September 26th @ 6pm
In this second installment of our French Wine Foundations series, we'll be exploring the Bordeaux region. In this seminar you will learn the history of Bordeaux, its sub-regions, appellation structures, and understand the differences between left and right bank wines. We will also explore the lesser known white wines of Bordeaux and the sweet dessert wines of the southern Graves.
French Wine Foundations Series
Burgundy
Wednesday, October 16th @ 6pm
The third installment in our French Wine Foundations Series. In this class we'll be discussing the appellation system, terroir, history, and wines of Burgundy. Burgundy is a challenging region to fully understand due to its somewhat complex appellation structure but fortunately it is fairly straight forward in terms of wine grapes. By the end of this session you will have a firm understanding of how Burgundy is organized, know your "Clos" from your "Lieu Dits" and what to expect from different appellation tiers of this historic region.
Sparkling Wines of the World
A Holiday Season Exploration and Tasting of Exciting and Unusual Bubbles
Thursday, October 24th @ 6pm
Join us for an exploration of fine sparkling wines around the globe from the Old World to the New World. in this 90-minute Taste-and-Learn seminar, we'll explore the history of sparkling wine and explain the different production methods that differentiate Champagne style wines from Prosecco and Asti sparkling wines and show you how to maximize your bubbles excitement while minimizing your wallet's weight loss!
French Wine Foundations Series
Champagne
Thursday, November 14th @ 6pm
The fourth installment in our French Wine Foundations Series. In this class we'll be exploring the history, terroir, production laws and appellations of Champagne. In this class you will learn the details behind the Grand Cru and Premier Cru designations, understand the negotiant and grower producers and the styles of each of the major sub-regions of Champagne
In Defense of the Disloyal Gameez
The History of Beaujolais
Thursday, November 21st @ 6pm (Beaujolais Day)
Join us for this Beaujolais Day celebration seminar! Gamay gets a bad rap. Banished in 1395 by Phillip II, but given refuge in the hills of Beaujolais, modern Gamay can produce wines on par with the best village wines of Burgundy. Don't be misled by the highly marketed Beaujolais Nouveau, Beaujolais Cru and Village wines are absolutely worthy of your time and table.