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Wine 201

About this Class

  • Class Type: Wine Tasting & Basics

Take your wine knowledge to the next level with Wine 201, the perfect follow-up to Intro to Wine. This class is designed for enthusiasts ready to dive deeper into the fascinating world of wine.

Looking to build on what you learned in Intro to Wine? Wine 201 dives deeper into the world of wine, offering a more comprehensive understanding of key topics. This course covers:

  • Wine styles and how grapes, location, and climate shape them
  • The concept of terroir and an introduction to wine laws
  • How to decode American and Southern Hemisphere wine labels (grape + place + brand)
  • European wine labels, where the region is the brand, with a focus on iconic areas like Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhône, Tuscany, and Piemonte
  • Quality classifications and aging wines—when and why to do it
  • Practical exercises with wine lists and trends like natural wine, orange wine, and low-sulfur options

This interactive course provides the knowledge and confidence to navigate wine labels, understand quality hierarchies, and choose the perfect bottle for any occasion. Whether you’re a curious consumer or a budding connoisseur, Wine 201 will elevate your wine experience.

$75

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