Specialty Courses

Enjoy a casual walkaround wine social while you taste gems from Italy! Tom Cwiklinski from Tastevin Wines traveled to Italy this year with Dalla Terra Imports visiting most of the key wine regions from north to south. Join him as he takes you to four of his favorite regions and wineries from Emilia-Romagna, Veneto, Tuscany and Piedmont.  The following wines…

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…

Take a road trip through wine! Jackie Elo of Amphora Wine Company will be your tour guide of European wines as we taste our way through the Old World. Showcasing a wine from 5 different countries: Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. Let's travel our way across Europe through our senses. Attendees will receive 10% off event wine orders (Flight…

Join us for a fun and informative game of wine trivia!  In two rounds with ten questions each, teams will compete to find out who will be crowned vino kings and queens for the night.  Plus, you'll vie for the fantastic prizes for first and second place. Your ticket includes one glass of wine to help you get in the…

Calling all white wine lovers (and those who may lean towards red).  Join us for a little trip around five different regions in Italy to showcase their vivacious, unique white wines that will broaden the number of options you have when selecting wines for your meals this summer or anytime during the year. Light cheese and charcuterie will be provided…

Discover the extraordinary world of volcanic wines in this immersive tasting experience that explores how ancient geological forces shape some of the world's most distinctive and mineral-driven wines. From the slopes of Mount Etna to the volcanic soils of Santorini, you'll journey through regions where fire and stone create terroir unlike anywhere else on Earth. Join our founder, Kat, as…

Drift downstream with glass in hand as we sip our way through some of the world’s finest river wine regions.  Join our Wine Guide, Michael, as he tastes five wines and learn the crucial role rivers play in helping create world-class wines, from influencing soil to changing climate.  More than just creating beautiful backdrops, wine grapes could not exist in…

Celebrate the artistry and innovation of women winemakers who are shaping the future of wine while honoring its traditions. Through carefully selected wines, you'll discover the diverse styles and philosophies of female vintners across the globe. Taste selections from established icons alongside innovative newcomers who are experimenting with natural winemaking, forgotten grape varieties, and sustainable practices that prioritize both quality…

Pop. Fizz. Crunch! Join us for a laid-back evening of sparkling wine and salty snacks. Our friend Railli Kowall from American Northwest Distributors will be pouring four fantastic bubbly selections, each paired with what else...chips! This isn’t a formal tasting or class. It's more of a come-and-go social hour where you can sip, snack, and mingle at your own pace…

Kaixo! (“Hello” in Basque) Join us as we celebrate Boise’s awesome Basque heritage and the famous Jaialdi festival with a fun tasting of Basque wines. Join our Retail Manager, Jose (who’s sold Basque wines for years), as he walks you through some great bottles and shares what makes these wines so unique. If you know you LOVE Basque wines or…