Specialty Courses

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 wines and pair them with exclusive artisan cheeses of different styles and origins from Capra's seasonal selection.  We’ll learn stories behind each wine and…

Grape harvest has begun in the southern hemisphere. Wait, what?! Yes, while we’re still shoveling snow here, grapes in South America, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa are coming off the vine and starting their wine journey.  From fresh whites to robust reds you'll experience the diversity and unique terroir in each wine with five wines from different regions south…

Have you tasted the wines from Walla Walla's hottest winery?  How about with a Master of Wine AND Master Sommelier? Now's your chance! Join the incomparable Doug Frost MS, MW and Echolands Owner and CEO for an evening tasting and learning about one of the newest cult Walla Walla wineries.  A great storyteller and a master palate (and one of…

Did you know March is officially Malbec Month? There’s no better way to celebrate than by exploring incredible Malbecs from around the world! Join our very own retail manager, Jose, as we dive into this bold and beloved grape, tasting how it transforms across different regions and winemaking styles. From deep and structured to lush and fruit-forward, this lineup will…

Taste and enjoy the wines of Bindi Sergardi from Tuscany, Italy with Michael of Barrique.  Bindi Sergardi's winemaking origins can be traced back 23 generations and their wines provide expansive quality at reasonable prices. In this relaxed four wine tasting mixer where you'll enjoy your selections while learning from Michael and mixing with other wine lovers. Attendees will receive 10%…

What do you get when you combine dynamic winemaking in France with a long, storied history and delicious wines with great value?  Move over high-priced Burgundy.  Enter Beaujolais. One of the hottest, most sought after regions by sommeliers and wine enthusiasts alike, Beaujolais offers a range of wines from light and fruity to elegant and supple to full and structured. …

What effect does oak have on wine? How different do wines taste after being aged in barrels? Can you discern wood notes in wine? Join our Wine Guide Michael as we answer these questions and many more as we explore the relationship between wine and wood, which goes back thousands of years. Taste oaked and unoaked versions of wines to…

One of Washington's most inspiring new winemakers is coming to town and we're proud to host her in for a class all about rose!  Fiona Mak, owner and winemaker at SMAK Wines from Walla Walla, Washington will guide us through a tasting of her four seasonal roses.  As a winemaker and winery dedicated to producing only rose wines, Fiona will…

Pinot Noir is one of the most popular international grapes.  Known for its ability to showcase a region's terroir and range of styles from fruit-driven to earthy, it's a world of wine in one grape.  Explore the wide world of Pinot Noir with our Wine Guide Kathy as you taste and learn about five different examples from across the globe. …

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…