Specialty Courses

Experience the quality and value of a winery that's been producing delicious Washington state wines from the iconic Red Mountain AVA for over 25 years- Fidélitas. Join us in welcoming Greg Giere, National Sales Manager for Fidélitas. What is Fidélitas winery? Fidélitas is nestled in the heart of Washington’s most distinctive terroir, Red Mountain. What began in a family kitchen…

Ever had a wine and wondered, "Is this BAD or do I just not like it?".  Explore the wide world of wine faults with us.  Yes, this is a class where you pay to learn about wines that aren't quite right!  No foolin'! We'll taste and smell our way through the most common offenders from physical and microbiological sources including…

Explore one of Walla Walla's best kept under the radar wineries- Caprio Cellars.  We love the high quality and high value wines they produce and can't wait to share them with you.  You'll enjoy five wines which highlight their commitment to great fruit, respectful winemaking, and a sense of place. Join us in welcoming Robbi Ebel, Director of Sales for…

Ready to Run for the Rosés?  While the Kentucky Derby is not here quite yet, rosé season IS here.  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…

Think you can taste a wine's price? More importantly, do you know which one do you actually prefer? Join us for an interactive blind tasting where we strip away the labels and let the wine in the glass do the talking. Get ready to experience three head-to-head pairings (six wines total), matching value wines ($10-$15) against "splurge-worthy" wines(+$50) of the…

When the afternoon sun starts sticking around a little longer, our wine cravings start to shift. Join us for a night dedicated to the "Patio Red". Those versatile, easy-drinking wines that are built for spring sunshine and outdoor hangs. We’re moving away from the heavier reds of winter and looking for wines with a bit more "lift." We’ll explore the…

International Sauvignon Blanc Day is celebrated in May and for good reason. It’s time to shake off those heavy winter reds and start the new season with something light and bright. Sauvignon Blanc is an ancient grape grown around the world and its wines are made in a fascinating range of styles. Join wine guide Michael in a delicious, fun…

Ever heard wine tips and tricks and wondered if there's any truth to them?  In this class you'll explore the effects of glasses, aeration, and temperature on wine expression.  You'll taste the same wine presented in different ways to compare and contrast different service techniques.  Led by lead wine geek and founder, Kat, you'll learn what tips and tricks work…

Experience the versatility of your favorite wines this May as we showcase how the right glass can elevate the bold, bright flavors of tacos! Join our Retail Manager, Jose, as he leads this delicious tasting experience. We’re sourcing some of downtown Boise’s favorite tacos from Parilla Grill and enjoying them with wines that highlight how vibrant flavors can transform your…

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…