Who It’s For: wine beginners, curious drinkers, and anyone who enjoys seeing how dramatically the same grape can change when it grows somewhere new.
Some grapes feel familiar ... that is until you taste them somewhere unexpected. In this approachable comparison class, we’ll explore three well-known grape varieties by tasting them side by side: one from its traditional home and another from a completely different corner of the wine world. Through these pairings, you’ll see how climate, soils, and winemaking choices shape the character of a wine far more than the grape name alone. The goal isn’t to memorize regions or technical details. It’s to experience how dramatically place can influence what’s in your glass. Expect a relaxed, curiosity-driven tasting that reveals why even the most recognizable grapes still have plenty of surprises.
Educator: Ted Beteta