COURSE SYNOPSIS Do you love a good mystery? Want to put your senses to the test? If so, this is the class for you! More than a parlor trick, blind tasting involves focused sensory skills connected to a keen puzzle solving mentality. In this course we'll connect our senses and minds to unravel the mysteries behind the wines we find…
Welkom in Suid Afrika! South Africa has a wine tradition going back to the 1600’s but is just now emerging as a rising star in the wine world. We’ll taste our way through some of the country’s major wine regions and learn what makes them so unique. From sparkling wines, white wines, old-world red blends and even a native varietal,…
Come join us at House of Wine for our exciting “First Thursday” event in October! For this night we'll put aside our regular wine by the glass options and offer selections for a free three wine tasting from our good friends at Barrique Distributing! The festivities begin at 5pm and last until 8pm. This is a free event and no…
This October, discover the grape that knows how to keep you guessing. Syrah and Shiraz share the same DNA, but their flavors tell two very different stories. This event will showcase just how versatile one grape can be. Five wines, one fascinating journey. Led by Retail Manager, Jose. Sip, savor, and decide: are you Team Syrah or Team Shiraz? Light…
As leaves turn golden and temperatures drop, discover the reds that perfectly complement autumn's cozy atmosphere and harvest flavors. Learn why wines with earthy undertones, warm spice notes, and medium-to-full body profiles harmonize beautifully with fall's shorter days and heartier meals. Sample 5 carefully curated red wines that capture autumn's essence, from medium-bodied wines perfect for crisp October evenings to…
Do you have a hard time figuring out what wine pairs best with spicy food? We admit it. Spicy foods are a little bit fussier than others. What’s the secret? We will share that with you by tasting five wines perfect for spicy foods and pairing them with a few food samples with varying amounts of heat. This will give…
We're celebrating Taste of Downtown, October 17–26! Stop by to enjoy the comforting notes of Fall. We've put together the perfect experience to celebrate the great food and beverage scene in Boise! Here's what we're offering: $14 "Fall Flavors" Wine Flight! Enjoy a guided tasting of three wines selected to complement the flavors of autumn. Perfect for the season! Snack…
Interested in taking your love of wine to the next level? Start with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines and continue your journey!
Dive deep into the fascinating world of Pinot Noir, often called the "heartbreak grape" for its finicky nature and the "holy grail" for its transcendent potential. We’ll examine how terroir, climate, and winemaking philosophy create dramatically different expressions of this single, noble grape variety. Global Exploration: Journey across renowned Pinot Noir regions to understand how geography, culture, and passion shapes…
'Tis the season for ghouls, ghosts and stealing gooey candies! Candy can be a particularly challenging food to pair with wine but behold, we've got the class for you! You'll enjoy five distinct wines and candies and learn the why behind each pairing. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to explore your own pairings as well. This hands on class will…
