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The Edge of Balance: How Acidity Shapes Wine
Learn to recognize the force that gives wine its energy, lift, and longevity.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Alsace by the Glass: Five Grapes, One Place
Five grapes. One landscape. A region where variety and terroir speak in perfect harmony.
Educator: Manuel Patterson
Discovering Spanish Whites
If you think you know Spanish wine, this is where things get interesting.
Educator: Joel Verbist
The Tasting Lab | Foundations of Blind Tasting & Aroma Training
Train your palate, trust your nose, and unlock the language of wine one blind glass at a time.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Spain, Deeper Cut: Red Wines Worth Knowing
You’ve had Spanish red. You just haven’t had this side of it.
Educator: Joel Verbist
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines | Exam Only
The WSET Level 3 Award in Wine Exam is a 2.5 hour closed-book examination comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions, short written answer paper, and a blind tasting of 2 wines.
This is for exam registration only.
May the Pour Be With You: A Star Wars Wine Experience
A long time ago, in a vineyard far, far away…
Educator: Jordan Alexandria
Somms Around Town: A Field Trip for the Curious Palate
Step out of the classroom and into the city, where Atlanta’s top sommeliers pour what they truly love.
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines | 1 Day Intensive
Looking to learn about wine? Our WSET Level 1 course equips you with the essential skills to talk and taste like a pro.
There is no previous knowledge necessary to enroll in this course.
This course guides you through exploring various wine styles using your senses of sight, smell, and taste. You'll also learn crucial principles related to wine storage and service.
Educator: Ted Beteta
Momosa: A Sparkling Cocktail Celebration
Because one mimosa is never enough.
Educator: Jordan Alexandria
Meunier Uncovered: Champagne’s Most Misunderstood Grape
Often blended, rarely celebrated. Discover how Meunier shines when it takes center stage in Champagne.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Beyond Napa: California’s Central Coast
California wine, just not the version you’re used to.
Educator: Ted Beteta
France, Off the Map: Hidden Gems to Know
France is more than its famous names… this is where the real discoveries begin.
Educator: Manuel Patterson
Origins & Continuity: Wines of the Ancient World
To understand where wine is going, start with where it began.
Special Guest Educator: Manjula deSilva
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines | 1 Day Intensive
Please note: This course will be held at our satellite location in Carrollton, GA.
There is no previous knowledge necessary to enroll in this course.
This course guides you through exploring various wine styles using your senses of sight, smell, and taste. You'll also learn crucial principles related to wine storage and service.
Educator: TBD
Salty & Bright: Rías Baixas Up Close
You think you know Albariño. Joel is about to complicate that.
Educator: Joel Verbist
Stranger Wine Things
Most wine lists never go here. We do.
Educators: Chelsea Young & Jordan Alexandria
Riesling vs Chenin Blanc: A Blind Tasting Showdown
You think you know which you prefer… but can you prove it blind?
with Chelsea Young & Manuel Patterson
Champagne Specialist | 3 Day Intensive
The Champagne Specialist Course from Comité Champagne offers an in-depth exploration into the world of Champagne, covering its rich history, unique terroir, production methods, and diverse styles. Participants gain specialized knowledge and skills essential for understanding and recommending one of the world's most renowned sparkling wines, recognized globally for its quality and heritage.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Cozy Cellar Cinema | Community Event
A Monday afternoon well spent. A little wine. A little movie. A little friendly rivalry.
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 1 — How to Taste Wine (Without Being Weird About It)
Loire Valley, Who Dis?
You’ve had the grapes. You just didn’t know where they came from.
Educator: Ted Beteta
WSG Spanish Wine Essentials | 5 Week Course
Spanish Wine Essentials makes the complex world of Spanish wine accessible and engaging. Discover the culture, cuisine, history, viticulture, and winemaking principles behind Spain’s top wine regions to quickly grasp the intricacies of Spanish wine.
Educator: Joel Verbist
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines | 8 week Hybrid Course
WSET Level 3 Award in Wine is designed for both wine industry professionals and enthusiasts who want to expand their knowledge. It offers a comprehensive understanding of grape cultivation and wine production for those who want to delve deeper into the world of wine. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Bubble Battle: The 32 Wine Showdown - Week 1
32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.
with Ted Beteta
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 2 — Wine Styles 101: What Do You Actually Like?
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines | 4 Week Intensive
This 4 week intensive course guides you through exploring global wine styles, grape varieties, production methods, reading wine labels, and assessing wine with WSET's SAT. This course will include a tasting of approximately 35 wines.
Educator: TBD
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 3 — Sweet, Dry, and Everything In Between
Bubble Battle: The 32 Wine Showdown - Week 2
32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.
with Ted Beteta
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines | 3 Week In-Person Course
Looking to learn about wine? Our WSET Level 1 course equips you with the essential skills to talk and taste like a pro.
There is no previous knowledge necessary to enroll in this course.
This course guides you through exploring various wine styles using your senses of sight, smell, and taste. You'll also learn crucial principles related to wine storage and service.
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 4 — Wine Labels, Decoded
Legacy in the Glass: Celebrating Black-Owned Wine & Producers
A tasting that honors excellence, entrepreneurship, and the stories shaping today’s wine world.
Educator: Manuel Patterson
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 5 — The Grocery Store Survival Guide
Bubble Battle: The 32 Wine Showdown - Week 3
32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.
with Ted Beteta
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 6 — How to Find Good Wine at Any Price Point
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 7 — How to Read a Wine List Without Panicking
Bubble Battle: The 32 Wine Showdown - Week 4
32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.
with Ted Beteta
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 8 — How to Order Wine Like You Know What You’re Doing
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 9 — How to Pair Wine Without Memorizing Charts
Bubble Battle Finale: The Championship Round
Eight finalists. One champion. No labels. No mercy.
with Ted Beteta
OI Summer School | Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Drink Smarter. Order Better. Stress Less.
Week 10 — How to Store, Serve, and Not Ruin Your Wine
Art of Tasting | Masterclass with Sietze Wijma
Discover the science behind wine’s aromas and flavors at this immersive, full-day workshop led by sensory scientist Sietze Wijma DipWSET.
Tuscany in Autumn | S O I L Enrichment Trip
SOIL enrichment trips are immersive educational experiences designed to deepen your understanding of wine in its place of origin. These expertly curated journeys blend hands-on wine education, cultural exploration, and sensory discovery. From walking historic vineyards to engaging in expert-led tastings and savoring local cuisine, each SOIL trip offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with the traditions, terroir, and craftsmanship behind the world’s finest wines.
Blind Tasting
Whether you're prepping for CMS or WSET—or just want to get better at calling what’s in your glass—our Sunday blind tasting group is the place to sharpen your skills in a relaxed, supportive setting.
The Nose Knows: Aroma Training
Train your nose to recognize the aromas hiding in your glass.
Theme: Citrus and Tree Fruits
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines | 1 Day Intensive
Looking to learn about wine? Our WSET Level 1 course equips you with the essential skills to talk and taste like a pro.
There is no previous knowledge necessary to enroll in this course.
This course guides you through exploring various wine styles using your senses of sight, smell, and taste. You'll also learn crucial principles related to wine storage and service.
Educator: TBD
From Old Vines to New Voices: South Africa Today
A wine culture rooted in history and propelled by a bold new generation.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Learning the Language of South American Wine
Discover South America’s rising wine regions and finally feel confident saying their names out loud.
Educators: Manuel Patterson & Sofia Yankelvitch
Blind Tasting
Whether you're prepping for CMS or WSET—or just want to get better at calling what’s in your glass—our Sunday blind tasting group is the place to sharpen your skills in a relaxed, supportive setting.
The Tasting Lab IV : Foundations of Blind Tasting & Aroma Training
Train your palate, trust your nose, and unlock the language of wine one blind glass at a time.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Apolitical? Can Wine Ever Be Neutral?
Wine may feel romantic but it has never existed outside policy, power, and place.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Wines Have Feelings Too | A Tasting Masterclass with Janeen Jason
Not all wines are trying to be the same thing and that’s the point.
Special Guest Educator: Janeen Jason
Blind Tasting
Whether you're prepping for CMS or WSET—or just want to get better at calling what’s in your glass—our Sunday blind tasting group is the place to sharpen your skills in a relaxed, supportive setting.
Old School vs. New School: Australia in Transition
Taste Australia through two lenses: heritage estates and the producers reshaping its future.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Grapes You Think You Know | Classic vs Unexpected Regions
Same grape. Different place. Completely different personality.
Educator: Ted Beteta
OI 1.5 relaunch: An Open House
Same spirit. New chapter. Come see what we’ve been building.
Austria, Spoken Through Its Grapes
Some regions are best understood through their grapes and Austria has some of the most distinctive voices in wine.
Educator: Manuel Patterson
Bitter is Better: Amaro 101
A guided introduction to the bittersweet world of amaro where herbs, history, and balance meet.
Educator: Jordan Alexandria
The Edge of Balance: How Acidity Shapes Wine
Learn to recognize the force that gives wine its energy, lift, and longevity.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Blind Tasting
Whether you're prepping for CMS or WSET—or just want to get better at calling what’s in your glass—our Sunday blind tasting group is the place to sharpen your skills in a relaxed, supportive setting.
Slovenia: Europe’s Quiet Wine Secret
A country small in size but enormous in wine personality.
Special Guest Educator: Manjula deSilva
One Grape, Many Worlds
What happens when the same grape travels the world?
Educator: Manuel Patterson
Brought to You by the Letter A : Discovering New Wine Grapes
A fun, low-pressure way to meet new grapes and the places they call home.
Somms Around Town: A Field Trip for the Curious Palate
Step out of the classroom and into the city, where Atlanta’s top sommeliers pour what they truly love.
Featured Restaurant: Desi Spice
With educator: Arushi Uppal
Blind Tasting
Whether you're prepping for CMS or WSET—or just want to get better at calling what’s in your glass—our Sunday blind tasting group is the place to sharpen your skills in a relaxed, supportive setting.
The Tasting Lab III : Foundations of Blind Tasting & Aroma Training
Learn how vineyard, climate, and winemaking theory show up clearly and consistently in the glass.
Educator: Chelsea Young
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines | 6 week In-Person Course
This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of wines or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. You’ll gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world, the regions in which they are grown, and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence.
Educator: TBD
Time in the Bottle: A Vintage Wine class
What happens when wine is given time and left undisturbed long enough to tell the truth.
Field Trip: Sunday Blind Tasting at Limoges Cellars
Step out of the classroom and into the vineyard.
Hosted by Limoges Cellars
The Vermouth Sessions: Exploring Aromatized Wines
Unlock the aromatic world of botanicals, balance, and craftsmanship hiding in every bottle of vermouth.
Educator: Jordan Alexandria
Champagne Specialist | 5 Week Course
The Champagne Specialist Course from Comité Champagne offers an in-depth exploration into the world of Champagne, covering its rich history, unique terroir, production methods, and diverse styles. Participants gain specialized knowledge and skills essential for understanding and recommending one of the world's most renowned sparkling wines, recognized globally for its quality and heritage.
Educator: Chelsea Young
Cozy Cellar Cinema | Community Event
A rare vintage, a little romance, and a touch of danger… taste along to one of cinema’s most charming wine adventures.
Between Mountains & Tradition: The Wines of Jura
A small region with a singular voice—where tradition, restraint, and originality converge.