Specialty Courses

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…

Uncover the fascinating alchemy that creates wine. Take a closer look at the magical process that transforms grapes into wine and gain a better understanding of steps that happen along the way. What is fermentation? What are different fermentation methods? Who really does the heavy lifting of making wine? Hint: it’s not “winemakers”! How do winemakers nudge the process to…

Join our wonderful Wine Guide, Cece, for a exploratory gourmet chocolate and wine evening that starts with one intentional bad pairing, so you can taste exactly what clashes on the palate and why. From there, we explore four curated pairings that move from lighter to richer styles, each one showing how the right balance of sweetness, texture, and intensity can…

This is your invitation to experience the pinnacle of American winemaking. For one evening, Jose is opening the cellar to showcase some true heavyweights of Napa Valley. We are uncorking a collection of premium bottles that define the luxury and prestige of the United State’s most famous valley. This journey will take you through Napa’s elite subregions. We will explore…