Dig beneath the surface and discover how the soil beneath the vine becomes the soul within the glass.

This class is intended for advanced wine students, industry professionals, and enthusiasts looking to get nerdy.

Taste the intersection of deep history and modern innovation in one of the world’s oldest and most exciting wine cultures.

Trade your ski pass for a glass with a tasting adventure through the high-altitude vineyards of the Alps.

Educator: Arushi Uppal

Elevate Dry January with flavor-forward, low or zero-proof cocktails that prove you don’t need alcohol to sip in style.

Educator: Jordan Alexandria

Train your palate, trust your nose, and unlock the language of wine one blind glass at a time.

Educator: Chelsea Young

Trace the life of a barrel from forest floor to finished wine while you learn how oak shapes aroma, flavor, and feel.

Educator: Chelsea Young

Crisp, peppery, and endlessly expressive. We explore how Austria’s signature white grape mirrors its terroir and maker.

Explore the philosophy, precision, and poetic terroir behind one of Alsace’s most visionary domaines.

Educator: Chelsea Young

A journey through Italy’s four great wine heartlands where landscape, language, and legacy pour into every glass.

Educator: Chelsea Young

Experience Champagne not just as celebration but as structure, soul, and the pinnacle of precision.

Educator: Chelsea Young

Discover the secrets to pairing wine with holiday classics — from roast to revelry — no plate required.

Educator: Kimberly Jones

When the cork pops, when the glass sings — taste through a lineup of Ted’s very favorite things.

Educator: Ted Beteta

Unlock the aromatic world of botanicals, balance, and craftsmanship hiding in every bottle of vermouth.

Educator: Jordan Alexandria

Explore how technique, grape selection, and craftsmanship give each sparkling style its distinct voice in the glass.

Taste the evolution of a continent rewriting its wine story — from heritage vines to modern icons.

Educator: Chelsea Young

Learn to taste like a pro by comparing wines side by side. Expand your knowledge from grape to glass one sip at a time.

Theme: Sparkling Wine

Curious about taking your wine knowledge to the next level? In this free, no-pressure session, we’ll walk you through the certification programs offered at The Oenophile Institute, including WSET Levels 1–3, Wine Scholar Guild courses, and specialist programs.

Where smoke, spice, and a touch of sweetness meet — a tasting that feels like wrapping yourself in a flannel blanket by the fire.

Discover the world’s most misunderstood masterpieces — wines strengthened by spirit and steeped in centuries of tradition.

Special Guest Educator: Jordan Alexandria

Join industry expert David Kemmerer for an in-depth look at four of Portugal’s most important wine regions: Vinho Verde, Douro, Lisboa, and Alentejo. The class will explore the hallmark grape varieties of each region and the distinctive styles they produce — from the crisp, mineral-driven whites of Vinho Verde to the concentrated reds of the Douro, the coastal freshness of Lisboa, and the generous, structured wines of Alentejo.

Think you know Beaujolais? Time to meet the whole family. In this deep-dive tasting, we’ll explore all 10 crus of Beaujolais. From the light and floral to the dark, structured, and age-worthy. Same grape (Gamay), same general region, but wildly different expressions thanks to shifts in soil, slope, vintage, and microclimate.

Step into the shoes of a wine sleuth for an evening where every glass becomes a delicious mystery. Blind tasting isn’t just a party trick—it’s one of the most rewarding ways to understand and develop your palate. By exploring wine without any labels or expectations, you’ll learn to trust your senses and uncover the hidden clues that reveal what’s in the glass.

Sure, you know Chianti and Pinot Grigio — but Italy’s real treasures are hiding in plain sight. In this tasting, we’ll pour wines made from native grapes you’ve probably never met, each with its own story, personality, and sense of place. From mountain vineyards to sun-soaked islands, these wines prove that Italy’s most exciting bottles aren’t always the most famous.

Educator: Arushi Uppal

Some wines come with more than just tasting notes — they come with legends. In this spine-tingling class, we’ll pour wines tied to ghost stories, haunted vineyards, and eerie winery lore. As you taste, you’ll hear tales of phantom winemakers, cursed vintages, and historic cellars where not all the residents are living.

Join us for a hands-on class designed to help you identify and connect aromas found in wine. Through smelling fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices, we'll explore how these "banker aromas" relate to specific grape varieties. With five or more wines available for tasting, you’ll gain practical experience while participating in an open community discussion. This is a fun and interactive way to enhance your wine knowledge and sensory skills!

Theme: Smells Like Fall to Me

South Africa is no longer a “New World” wine country—it’s a region defined by centuries-old vineyards, ancient soils, and a new generation of producers reshaping its global reputation. In this in-depth class, we’ll explore the full scope of South African wine

Educator: Kimberly Jones

The Northern Rhône isn’t just the spiritual home of Syrah — it’s also where Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne reach breathtaking heights. In honor of her birthday week, Chelsea is pulling bottles from her personal cellar to share the wines that made her fall in love with this region. Together, we’ll explore benchmark appellations and lesser known gems.

The Loire Valley is one of France’s most complex and diverse wine regions — a 600-mile stretch of vineyards producing everything from bone-dry whites to structured reds, and méthode traditionnelle sparklers. Yet many of its most distinctive styles fly under the radar outside of France.

Educator: Kimberly Jones

Join us for a hands-on class designed to help you identify and connect aromas found in wine. Through smelling fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices, we'll explore how these "banker aromas" relate to specific grape varieties. With five or more wines available for tasting, you’ll gain practical experience while participating in an open community discussion. This is a fun and interactive way to enhance your wine knowledge and sensory skills!

Theme: Citrus and Tree Fruits

Love Burgundy but hate the price tag? Dreaming of Classified Bordeaux without the splurge? This class is your guide to drinking France’s boldest, most iconic wine styles — for way less. We’ll explore how to spot the best-value bottles from the same regions, often made by the same producers, but labeled under lesser-known appellations or declassified names