Wine 101
- Beginner
- 21 and older
- $60
- Live Online via Zoom
- 3 hours & 45 minutes over 3 sessions
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Our Wine 101 is not only one of the best classes we offer, it's also my favorite one to teach. Yes, we talk fundamentals, but more than just a rote review of grapes and regions, our goal is to make wine your friend. In this class, you'll become familiar with what you like, but also why you like it. In turn, you'll know what questions to ask, what to look for on labels, and thus be able to find wines that fit your palate on a regular basis.
During our three sessions, we help you identify differences in body, we discuss tannins, we break down sweet vs. dry, and help you achieve a broad understanding of why wines have different characteristics from one another. And while I will discuss the science behind these principles, my primary teaching tool is the wines themselves. We will compare and contrast two wines in each of our three sessions. We'll break them down, pick them apart, and based on your personal preferences, help you identify which wines in a store or restaurant are best suited to your palate.
As we do this, we will explore numerous regions of the world, as well as discuss how grapes are grown and how wine is made (perhaps the most exciting part of the class, honestly). We believe that wine should be enjoyed by all on a regular basis. We help get you there.
As long as Covid remains in wide circulation, our classes will be held online, via Zoom. And while we miss meeting people in real life, there are many upsides to virtual classes. These include, but are not limited to:
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
All purchases are non-refundable, but any class registration can be rescheduled up until the day of the first class.
In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
Students at Wine 101 have generally positive things to say about their experience in the classes. They found the classes to be informative and fun, and many would highly recommend them to others. Students enjoyed tasting a variety of wines and learning about the different factors that contribute to the taste of wine, such as region and temperature. The cheese pairings were also well-received. Overall, students felt that the classes provided a good foundation for beginners. The instructor, Andrew, was frequently praised for his knowledge and entertaining teaching style. Direct quotes: - "I learned about the different factors involved in the final wine end product. Loved it!" - "I absolutely loved this class...I will definitely take a class from this provider again." - "Both Andrew and (the man who was pouring) were knowledgeable and informative...Would definitely recommend and plan to attend another class in the near future."
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Andrew Harwood, Founder
Andrew Harwood has worked in nearly every facet of the wine industry over the last ten years. His love of wine started while working in a number of the country's best dining rooms. Yet his true passion was discovered while making wine in Hungary, France, and California.
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