Who This Is For
You like wine, but feel like you’re guessing
You want to feel more confident ordering at restaurants
You’re tired of buying bottles you don’t love
You’ve been curious about learning more but not in a stuffy, academic way
If you’ve ever said “I don’t really know anything about wine, I just know what I like” this is for you.
Wine doesn’t have to be confusing, intimidating, or reserved for “special occasions.” It just hasn’t been explained to you the right way … yet.
OI Summer School is a 10-week series designed to give you the confidence to actually use wine in real life. Not memorize it. Not overthink it. Use it.
Each week, we tackle a different piece of the puzzle from how to taste and identify what you like, to navigating wine lists, shopping smarter, pairing with food, and finally… not ruining a good bottle once you get it home. Register for the classes you need or bring a friend who may need some help.
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Week 9 — How to Pair Wine Without Memorizing Charts
Forget rigid rules—wine pairing is easier than you think. This class breaks down the core principles behind great pairings, from acidity and fat to sweetness and spice. Through guided tasting, you’ll see how different wines interact with food and learn how to make smart, flexible pairing decisions at home.
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Wednesdays at 7:00 PM | Starting May 27
May 27 — Start Swirling Like You Know Things
June 3 — Main Character Energy (But Make It Wine)
June 10 — Sweet? Dry? Why Is This Lying to Me
June 17 — Read the Label, Don’t Let It Read You
June 24 — Aisle Anxiety, Solved
July 1 — Expensive Doesn’t Mean Better (Sometimes)
July 8 — Don’t Let the Wine List Win
July 15 — Fake It Till You Make It (But Actually Make It)
July 22 — Pair Like a Person, Not a Chart
July 29 — Don’t Ruin a Good Bottle