Specialty Courses

A Journey Through the Valley’s Great Appellations Join us for an intimate tasting exploring the heart of the Rhône Valley — where granite, limestone, and sun converge to produce some of the world’s most captivating wines. This five-wine flight features a perfumed Condrieu, a majestic Hermitage Blanc, a silky, spice-laced Côte-Rôtie, and two Châteauneuf-du-Pape vintages side-by-side, revealing how time shapes…

Bienvenido a Sudamerica! Wine has been made in South America for nearly 500 years. Taste your way through some of the great regions of the continent including Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay with wine guide Michael. We’ll experience a rich range of styles and unique varietals to gain a new perspective on these old regions. Light cheese and charcuterie will be…

This is not just a tasting—it's an exclusive invitation to experience the pinnacle of global winemaking. For one evening, we are uncorking an unparalleled collection of bottles, featuring a combined retail value of over $3,300! Your evening is a carefully curated journey across the world's most prized wine regions, presented in the optimal tasting order to fully appreciate each wine's…

Have you ever heard wine described as spicy and not exactly sure what it means? Hint: it’s not about heat! From spices gained from grape characteristics to winemaking techniques, you'll learn what gives wines these wonderfully rich notes.  We’ll explore a wide range of spice notes in wine and discover ideal food pairings for holiday meals. Light cheese and charcuterie…

Love Champagne but not the price tag? This event is for you! Join Jose on a fun, globe-trotting trek into the world of sparkling wine. Instead of focusing on Champagne, we're featuring alternatives that offer great quality without breaking the bank. We’ll enjoy a variety of styles, explore different regions and even learn about how they're made and what makes…

You've heard the stories, seen videos, and maybe even delved into blind wine tasting yourself.  But how do you get better at learning about what wines you really enjoy without knowing the label, region, variety, or price?  In the Blind Tasting Series we'll explore key techniques to help you to uncover the clues behind sight, aroma, and taste that leads…

You've heard the stories, seen videos, and maybe even delved into blind wine tasting yourself.  But how do you get better at learning about what wines you really enjoy without knowing the label, region, variety, or price?  In the Blind Tasting Series we'll explore key techniques to help you to uncover the clues behind sight, aroma, and taste that leads…

When the temperature drops in January, we reach for wines that hug us from the inside out. Join Jose for a tasting event dedicated to the full-bodied treasures of Walla Walla, Washington! We'll be pouring the region's heavy-hitters. Think structured Cabernet Sauvignon, rich Syrah, and blends that showcase the depth of the Walla Walla Valley AVA. These are the wines…

You've heard the stories, seen videos, and maybe even delved into blind wine tasting yourself.  But how do you get better at learning about what wines you really enjoy without knowing the label, region, variety, or price?  In the Blind Tasting Series we'll explore key techniques to help you to uncover the clues behind sight, aroma, and taste that leads…

More than just Port wine, Portugal is the last frontier of Western European wine with a spectacular array of indigenous varietals and incredible value. Presented by Lisa Williams with Wine Bridge Imports, we’ll explore everything from bright brancos (whites) to full-bodied, meaty tintos (reds). Don’t worry, we’ll enjoy Port too! Passport not required. Who is Wine Bridge Imports? Wine Bridge…