Beer and Wine   

Take a cabernet sauvignon tasting trip to various locations around the world where you will learn about the rich differences of this most noble grape variety. You will taste cabernet sauvignon from various regions such as California, Australia, South America and more. Compare notes with classmates and engage in a lively discussion about which "cab sauv" is the best. Please join us for a wine exploration of the the very popular cabernet wine that promises to be fun and educational.

Take a Pinot Noir tasting trip to various locations around the world where you will learn about the rich differences of this most popular grape variety. You will taste Pinot Noir from various regions such as California, France and more. Compare notes with classmates and engage in a lively discussion about which "Pinot" is the best. Please join us for a wine exploration of the very popular cabernet wine that promises to be fun and educational.

This five week course with commercial winemaker Rob Lewis of Lewis Station Winery and Stable Rock Winery will cover the full winemaking process from fermentation to bottling. Learn techniques to start or improve your own home winemaking while creating your own wine during class in small teams. You will hone your wine evaluation skills with topics on sensory evaluation, wine making knowledge and learning some of the secrets to food and wine pairing. Students will get to take wine home to enjoy.

Learn to evaluate and appreciate wine. Black glass is used so the taster doesn't know if it’s a white, rose’ or red wine. You get to learn the science of taste using a guide to evaluate the wine and then everyone guesses and the wine is revealed at the end of the class.

Join us for a virtual trip to France through the world of French wine. You will try white and red wine from Bordeaux, find what Burgundy wines are all about and some other wine areas that are less famous but also delicious.. The class promises to be both fun and educational as you learn about what goes into making a bottle of wine and why the French are often considered masters of this craft. Class discussions will be lively and entertaining.

If you have ever been curious as to whether that expensive bottle of bubbly is truly worth it, now you can find out! In this class, members will sample French Champagne along with other sparkling white wines such as Italian Prosecco and Spanish Cava at different price points. There will definitely be some lively discussions amongst your fellow classmates. Join us for a wine exploration that just might change your mind about cost versus quality when it comes to your wine budget. Some wine tasting experience would be beneficial but not mandatory.

Take your palate on a journey through South America as you explore wines from Chile, Argentina, and other emerging wine regions across the continent. In this guided tasting experience, you will sample a variety of reds, whites, and unique regional wines while learning about the climates, grapes, winemaking styles, and traditions that make South American wines distinctive. Discover new favorites and gain a deeper appreciation for one of the world’s most exciting wine-producing regions.

Venture beyond the conventional and immerse yourself in the captivating world of wine. In this comprehensive tasting experience, you will embark on a sensory journey as you sample and explore wines that showcase unique expressions of terroir, structure, and style. These are not your everyday classics, but distinctive wines you may have never encountered before. You’ll uncover hidden gems, broaden your palate, and perhaps discover a new favorite wine along the way.