Specialty Courses

Embark on a delightful journey through the vineyards of Tuscany in this engaging wine tasting class with Italian Wine Scholar and Wine Guide, John Ospina. We will delve into the rich history, unique grape varietals, and captivating flavors that define Tuscan red wines. While tasting five delicious wines, John will lead you through winemaking traditions, terroir (influence of geography), and…

Unwind with 'Spanish Summer Sippers' and explore the fun of Spanish white wines! Immerse yourself in five fun varieties, each connected to the cool breezes and balmy nights of Spain. You'll be guided by our own Jose Manzanares through this fun and lively experience.  Let's raise a glass to the magic of warm, Spanish evenings! Light cheese and charcuterie will…

Love to drink pink?  Us too!  Join us for a wonderful night of learning all about rosé wines.  Led by our founder and lead educator, Kat, she'll cover how rosé wines are crafted, classic and new regions for production and discuss key tasting components while exploring five distict wines.  One hour never tasted so good!  In addition, light cheese and…

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy bubbly wines.    Refreshing and bright, these wines cross styles and regions.  From Prosecco to Cava, California sparkling to Champagne, we'll explore various winemaking techniques for crafting summer bubbles as well as taste five prime examples of these wines.  Find your favorite summer sparkler without leaving the Treasure Valley!   In addition, light cheese…

What do you know about orange wine?  As one of the most on trend yet ancient wine styles in existence, orange wine has been re-energized in today's market.  But, what is orange wine? Hint, it doesn't involve oranges.  Join Kat, our founder and lead wine educator, in exploring orange wine from across the world.  You'll learn how orange wines are…

Join us for "The Many Faces of Cabernet Franc: A Tasting Adventure" and explore the depth and diversity of this amazing grape varietal. Experience five unique styles from red to rosé and even a sparkling white!  Each glass reveals a different facet of Cabernet Franc's charm.  Taught by Lindsey Wallace of Linara Wines, this specialty class will enlighten you to…

Celebrate Idaho Wine Month with five dazzling wines from around the Gem State. Enjoy some of the state’s best wines from all three designated wine regions and see why Idaho is a rising star in the wine world.  You'll join our Wine Guide, Michael Lane, for a tour of Idaho wine country through five different wines complete with a light…

Imagine sipping wine while overlooking the Mediterranean ocean or in the vast vineyards and lavender fields.  Warm saline breezes and tingly sunshine pour over you. This is the South of France.  Now you can travel to the South of France without leaving Boise!  Join us for the "Summer in the South of France" class where we'll cover sparkling, white, rose…

Behold, the power of cheese!  There’s an old adage that states, “Buy wine over apples and sell it over cheese” which highlights how well wine and cheese pair together.  In this class we’ll taste five distinct styles of wine (white, rose, orange, red, and fortified) and pair them with different cheeses.  We’ll explore the why behind each pairing and you’ll…

Are you curious about the wines of Rioja, Spain? This class will be your passport to exploring this world-renowned wine region. Come join Spanish Wine Scholar and Wine Guide, John Ospina, as we delve into the rich history, unique grape varietals, and intriguing flavors that define Rioja wines. We will taste five delicious wines while we explore the history, terroir,…