I run wine education classes, formal and informal, at dinners, holiday parties, and other occasions. I can suggest a topic or work with you to pick a theme in which you're interested. Some topics include: Basic styles of wine

  • Old World vs. New World

  • Terroir

  • Wines for different seasons

  • The basics of food and wine pairing

  • Pairings for a particular meal (Thanksgiving, Christmas, pasta night, etc.)

  • Wines from a particular region or country

  • Overview of American wine

  • Off-the-beaten-track gems

  • The language of wine—or, how to ask for what you like

  • Reading a wine menu

  • A professional's guide to wines for business dinners

  • Grape-growing and winemaking basics

  • A brief history of wine

  • Sparkling wines from around the world

  • Get to know your palate

  • The joys of rosé

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