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Wines of Germany & Eastern Europe
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Discover the rich wine traditions of Germany and Eastern Europe, where dynamic regions and centuries-old empires have shaped a remarkable range of styles. From Germany's crisp Rieslings and refined Spätburgunders to Austria's Grüner Veltliner and Hungary's iconic Tokaji, take a closer look at complex labels, varied grapes, and the lively character of these often-overlooked regions.
Dec 21st
6–9pm PT
Dec 21st
6–9pm PT
Dec 21st
6–9pm PT
Cool Climate Wines of the World
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Examine the defining qualities of cool climate wines from celebrated regions such as Germany, Austria, Northern France, Oregon, and New Zealand. Discover how cooler growing temperatures produce the refreshing acidity and crisp profiles of grapes like Riesling, Chenin Blanc, and Sauvignon Blanc. A guided tasting of 6 to 8 wines highlights the contrasts between Old and New World styles.
Oct 25th
10am–1pm PT
Oct 25th
10am–1pm PT
Oct 25th
10am–1pm PT
Temperate Climate Wines of the World
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Explore how temperate growing conditions shape the character of wines from Central France, Italy, Spain, and California. Through tasting 6 to 8 wines, you'll compare Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, and Nebbiolo across Old World and New World expressions, discovering how moderate climates influence flavor, structure, and balance in each variety.
Nov 1st
10am–1pm PT
Nov 1st
10am–1pm PT
Nov 1st
10am–1pm PT
Burgundy's Cote d'Or
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Explore one of the world’s most complex wine regions, where ancient geology and precise microclimates shape extraordinary character. Uncover how subtle variations in soil, slope, and climate create remarkable diversity across this celebrated landscape. With expert guidance, you’ll deepen your understanding of its history, terroir, and renowned wines.
Nov 3rd
6–9pm PT
Nov 3rd
6–9pm PT
Nov 3rd
6–9pm PT
Blind Tasting High Acid, Unoaked White Wines
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Refine your palate with Master Sommelier David Glancy, dissecting high-acid, unoaked whites. Explore nuanced flavors, from neutral to herbal, and uncover regional influences. Lift your expertise in this advanced blind tasting journey.
Nov 4th
10:30am–1pm PT
Nov 4th
10:30am–1pm PT
Nov 4th
10:30am–1pm PT
Low/Non-Alcoholic Wines & Wine Alternatives of the World (Blind Tasting)
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Explore the fast-growing world of low and non-alcoholic wines through a guided blind tasting of global selections. See how production methods shape aroma, texture, and balance, and assess each pour using a professional tasting framework. Ideal for the curious enthusiast or industry professional seeking insight into modern wine culture and food pairing.
Nov 5th
6–8pm PT
Nov 5th
6–8pm PT
Nov 5th
6–8pm PT
Rieslings of the World (Blind Tasting)
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Discover the remarkable range of Riesling in a guided blind tasting that highlights its global diversity. From bone-dry to lusciously sweet, still to sparkling, see how climate, soil, and tradition shape this high-acid, age-worthy grape. Uncover its origins, signature characteristics, and the common threads that define its unmistakable style. A great fit for wine lovers ready to deepen their tasting skills.
Nov 6th
6–8pm PT
Nov 6th
6–8pm PT
Nov 6th
6–8pm PT
Warm Climate Wines of the World
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See how warm climates shape the bold, ripe wines coming out of regions like Southern France, Spain, South America, and Australia. Learn how higher temperatures influence grape varieties such as Grenache, Syrah, Malbec, and Cabernet. Taste 6 to 8 wines side by side to compare Old World and New World styles from the sunniest growing regions.
Nov 8th
10am–1pm PT
Nov 8th
10am–1pm PT
Nov 8th
10am–1pm PT
Alsace
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Explore one of France’s most intriguing wine regions, where French and German influences meet in a mosaic of soils, grapes, and styles. Uncover the secrets behind Alsace’s complex labeling, regional classifications, and unique varietals while tasting exceptional wines that reflect its rich history and terroir.
Oct 27th
6–9pm PT
Oct 27th
6–9pm PT
Oct 27th
6–9pm PT
Chablis, Chalonnaise & Maconnaise
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Travel beyond Burgundy's Côte d'Or to taste the region's distinctive terroirs, from the crisp, mineral Chardonnays of Chablis to the underrated wines of the Chalonnaise and Maconnaise. See how geology, climate, and history shape one of France's celebrated wine regions.
Nov 10th
6–9pm PT
Nov 10th
6–9pm PT
Nov 10th
6–9pm PT
Wines of Northern France
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Explore the celebrated wines of Northern France and the cool climates that shape their character. From the elegance of Champagne to the distinct expressions of Alsace, Loire, and Burgundy, see how terroir influences grape varieties and styles. Pick up a deeper grasp of this historic wine region and its impact on global winemaking traditions.
Nov 23rd
6–9pm PT
Nov 23rd
6–9pm PT
Nov 23rd
6–9pm PT
Blind Tasting Aromatic White Wines
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Sharpen your palate through our advanced blind tasting workshop centered on aromatic white wines. Build the ability to discern the nuances between dry and off-dry varietals while studying global regions. Grow your tasting expertise as you step into the practices behind aromatic whites in this essential class.
Nov 11th
10:30am–1pm PT
Nov 11th
10:30am–1pm PT
Nov 11th
10:30am–1pm PT
Beaujolais, Jura & Savoie
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Dig into the complexity of Beaujolais, where soil and winemaking choices shape everything from playful Nouveau to age-worthy Crus. Then head east to Jura and Savoie, regions near the Swiss border producing rare, distinctive wines now drawing the attention of sommeliers and wine lovers worldwide.
Nov 17th
6–9pm PT
Nov 17th
6–9pm PT
Nov 17th
6–9pm PT
Blind Tasting Thin-Skinned Red Wines
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Sharpen your palate with an advanced blind tasting that focuses on classic thin-skinned red grape varieties. Investigate how regional and varietal traits shape aroma, texture, and structure in some of the world's most subtle wines. With expert guidance throughout, build your confidence in identifying key characteristics across challenging flights.
Nov 18th
10:30am–1pm PT
Nov 18th
10:30am–1pm PT
Nov 18th
10:30am–1pm PT
Sauvignon Blancs of the World (Blind Tasting)
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Take a guided blind tasting through the world of sauvignon blanc and experience its very different expressions across regions. From bright and mineral-driven to herbaceous and fruit-forward, learn how climate, soil, and tradition shape this beloved grape. Discover its origins, defining characteristics, and the common thread tying its style together. A great way for wine lovers to grow their palate.
Nov 20th
6–8pm PT
Nov 20th
6–8pm PT
Nov 20th
6–8pm PT
Loire Valley
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Travel through one of France's most diverse wine regions, where dozens of AOCs line the banks of the Loire. Explore everything from age-worthy Savennieres to crisp Sauvignon Blanc grown on ancient marl. Get to know the grapes, history, and terroir that make this region a treasure for wine lovers.
Nov 24th
6–9pm PT
Nov 24th
6–9pm PT
Nov 24th
6–9pm PT
Pinot Gris & Pinot Grigios of the World (Blind Tasting)
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Explore the many expressions of Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio as you trace their global journey from Alsace to Alto Adige and beyond. See how soil, climate, and elevation shape their style, ranging from crisp and dry to rich and sweet. A guided blind tasting reveals the grape's complexity and regional diversity.
Nov 27th
6–8pm PT
Nov 27th
6–8pm PT
Nov 27th
6–8pm PT
Wines of Southern France
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Step into the bold, diverse wines of Southern France, where warm climates shape distinctive styles. From Bordeaux to Beaujolais, Rhône to Provence, examine regions that produce some of the world's most celebrated and inimitable wines. See how climate, terroir, and tradition influence these exceptional selections. Taste and uncover what makes them truly stand apart.
Nov 30th
6–9pm PT
Nov 30th
6–9pm PT
Nov 30th
6–9pm PT
Blind Tasting Thick-Skinned Red Wines
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Sharpen your blind tasting skills with Master Sommelier David Glancy as you dissect thick-skinned red wines. From jammy to tannic profiles, investigate global regions and grape varieties to identify their distinguishing characteristics. Build your expertise through this advanced workshop, part of the Blind Tasting program.
Dec 2nd
10:30am–1pm PT
Dec 2nd
10:30am–1pm PT
Dec 2nd
10:30am–1pm PT
Wines of Spain, Portugal & Greece
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Take a journey through the deep traditions and creative innovations of Mediterranean winemaking across Spain, Portugal, and Greece. From bright sparkling Cavas and age-worthy Riojas to the bold wines of Douro and the sun-warmed Greek islands, see how climate, history, and culture come together to shape an extraordinary spectrum of styles and grape varieties.
Dec 14th
6–9pm PT
Dec 14th
6–9pm PT
Dec 14th
6–9pm PT
Reviews for Intro Wine Classes Online
Intro Wine Classes Online are rated 4.6 stars based on 246 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Wine 101
The class was fun! The wines were good. -
Language of Wine Online Tasting: White Wine Intensive
Great wines and Lindsey was super knowledgeable and interesting and encouraged participation. Highly recommend. -
Wine 101
This class was informative and so much fun!! Would definitely recommend ! -
Italy: North to South
Lovely class. Very informative. Wonderful wines. Wonderful cheeses. Wonderful location. -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
What a great class. The wine and cheese were great and the instructor was very knowledgeable. -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
Great class! Andrew is so knowledgeable since he has lived all over the world in various wine regions. So grateful for his insight! The cheese options he chose for each wine pairing were amazing as well. Nothing but good things to say! -
France: Making Sense of It All
It was a very intimate class. Although a little difficult to find at first once we got going it was a blast. The instructor was very knowledgeable about wines and the science behind them. We tasted and enjoyed some delicious wines, learned a lot, and tried some delicious cheeses as well. Would definitely recommend this class and I personally would like to go back to take another kind. -
Italy: North to South
They are so knowledgeable! The class was fun and informative. -
Italy: North to South
Great instructor. He brought a lot of passion and knowledge to the evening, which made it one of the better wine classes I have done recently. I would highly recommend. -
Wine 101
Truly enjoyed the evening. -
Wine 101
Highly recommended! -
Wine 101
Andrew is very knowledgeable. I went solo, everyone else was in couples. The class was very enjoyable and people were friendly. There was plenty of bread and cheese to go with the wine. Will take other courses with Andrew. -
Italy: North to South
So wonderful. Perfect amount of information without being overwhelming and kept it fun. Beautiful location and wonderful cheese pairings. We had such a great time. -
Language of Wine Online Tasting: White Wine Intensive
Lindsay was fantastic. She is so passionate about what she teaches. Can’t wait to take more classes with her. -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
Loved all of it, we're going back for more! -
Wine 101
This class is amazing and Andrew (the instructor) is very knowledgeable! His help was very accommodating as well. Everything was served with very good portions. There was a wine poured as you entered, followed by the class where we tried 9 different wines, played a game with 2 blind tastings, and tried ~5 cheeses. Overall, I would highly recommend this class to anyone who loves wine and cheese and would be interested in taking another class :) -
Wine 101
Loved it! So fun and informative! -
Wine 101
I have been raving about this class all day, wildly informative and inter sting while also being fun. Can not recommend it enough to virtually anyone I know!!! -
Wine 101
Informative and fun! We were served more wine than I’d expected, the cheeses were scrumptious, and the atmosphere was fantastic. -
Wine 101
The instructor is very knowledgeable and entertaining. The cheese pairings were really good. I learned about the different factors involved in the final wine end product. Loved it! -
Wine 101
Good combination of fun and informative, easy to digest for people with very little familiarity with wine -
Wine 101
Great class. The teacher seemed very knowledgeable, the wines were illustrative of his points, and the cheeses we tried were all excellent. The one thing I would have liked more of was a general overview of the different types of grapes, ranging from white to red, and their general taste profiles, but that is perhaps too much to cover in one class! -
Italy: North to South
Great course! Tasted plenty of wines and learned a lot. The teacher was very knowledgable and was able to answer all questions. Class size was nice. The cheese selection is amazing! Will definitely continue to book other classes. -
Wine 101
Highly recommend this class! Andrew was extremely knowledgeable and the entire experience was fantastic. Great pours, great cheese, worth every penny. -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
Learn a lot, and had a lot of fun. -
Wine 101
Fun and informative. Highly recommend! -
Wine 101
Loved it - great teacher and great wine! -
Italy: North to South
Was an amazing class. Highly recommend. -
France: Making Sense of It All
Delicious wine, cheese and a great mini education into French wins. Loved the whole experience. -
Italy: North to South
Instructor was knowledgeable, atmosphere was intimate, wines were varied and delicious and the cheese was outstanding. -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
Informational and a relaxed, fun environment. Would highly recommend this class. -
Wine 101
The class was great - we learned a lot, had some great wines, cheeses, and bread. Overall a great experience. Andrew was great! -
Wine 101
good instructor. delicious wine & cheese -
Wine 101
Andrew is amazing. Very knowledgeable and funny. -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
Fun and informative! Learned a lot and the teacher was very informative. Great way to spend an afternoon. -
Wine 101
Really fun class. Felt like I got a great understanding of what makes wine taste the way it does. I'm not good at it, but the class definitely made me want to drink more wine -
Wine 101
Andrew was fantastic and very knowledgeable. Great class all around both fun and informative. -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
We tried 10 different wines, each very thoughtfully chosen and paired with cheeses and a few meats. The class was obviously thought through from beginning to end. Very informative but still relaxed and overall a good time. Would highly recommend! -
Wine 101
Loads of fun. Learned a lot about different wines -
Wine 101
The class was amazing -
Wine 101
Class was incredibly fun - perfect mix of learning and downtime to talk with your friends. Plus I feel like all the wines were wonderful, the cheese was delicious and you got a lot for what you paid. -
Wine 101
So knowledgeable!!! It was a wonderful class-- great pairings and beautiful space!! -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
Andrew is a wonderful instructor! The class was interesting, lively, and I definitely found some new favorite wines. -
Wine 101
My husband and I had a great time. We learned a lot, had fun, and very much enjoyed the wine, cheese, and bread! -
Wine 101
The instructor was great! Didn't know much at all about wine before the class and felt like I left with a much better grasp about the basics of wine. Would definitely recommend it. -
Wine 101
The class did start late, but it was effective for teaching the basics in understanding and enjoying wine. -
Wine 101
Passionate instructor! -
Wine 101
I have enjoyed wine all my life, but I finally wanted to know more about my favorite drink. The instruction was at a basic level, but in detail so it wasn't just generality. I now really understand why some wines are more acidic and others sweet and why many warm weather wines taste buttery (no spoiler). Good job! -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
The class went beyond my expectations. I liked the set-up, the knowledge of the facilitator and the way he explained things. I liked the flow and the informal ways of interaction. The cheese, chorizo, jamon and bread were simply delicious. Congratulations! -
Spain & Portugal: Classic Wines
This class was great and the instructor had a great wine vocabulary!