Wine Essentials
Wine Essentials: Unlock Your Palate
Master the essentials of understanding wine tasting and discover your personal preferences. In this course, a professional sommelier will guide you in a sensory experience sampling diverse wines to uncover their distinct flavors, aromas, and character. Discover the science of wine and food pairing and understand how your unique palate influences your wine experience. Gain confidence with terminology to navigate the world of wine and find your preferred wines while delighting in new ones. Please note: Students must be at least 21 years of age to register. IDs must be presented at each class.
Instructor: Kathryn August
Wine Essentials: Sips of Italy
From vineyard to table, Italian wine tells a story that’s been centuries in the making. In this immersive course, students explore Italian wines through the lens of culture, history, and craftsmanship — learning how wine styles developed, how to read and understand Italian wine labels, what distinguishes a good wine from a great one, and how Italian flavors are paired to enhance the tasting experience. Through guided tastings of two wines each day, participants gain the confidence to select, taste, and discuss Italian wines with deeper appreciation, cultural insight, and practical knowledge they can apply when dining, traveling, or entertaining.
Instructor: Kathryn August