Eight finalists. One champion. No labels. No mercy.

with Ted Beteta

The land knew what it was doing before we did.

She knows Syrah better than almost anyone. We made it harder anyway. Think you can beat her? There's something in it for you if you do.

One country. Every great wine idea you can think of. We are celebrating all of it.

32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.

with Ted Beteta

32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.

with Ted Beteta

Anyone can open a bottle. Doing it like a professional is a different skill entirely.

Educator: Jason Wilfore

32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.

with Ted Beteta

You think you know which you prefer… but can you prove it blind?

with Chelsea Young & Manuel Patterson

32 wines enter. Only one earns the crown.

with Ted Beteta

To understand where wine is going, start with where it began.

Special Guest Educator: Manjula deSilva

Often blended, rarely celebrated. Discover how Meunier shines when it takes center stage in Champagne.

Educator: Chelsea Young

Because one mimosa is never enough.

Educator: Jordan Alexandria

A long time ago, in a vineyard far, far away…

Educator: Jordan Alexandria

Wine may feel romantic but it has never existed outside policy, power, and place.

Educator: Chelsea Young

Not all wines are trying to be the same thing and that’s the point.

Special Guest Educator: Janeen Jason

A guided introduction to the bittersweet world of amaro where herbs, history, and balance meet.

Educator: Jordan Alexandria

A country small in size but enormous in wine personality.

Special Guest Educator: Manjula deSilva

Step out of the classroom and into the vineyard.

Hosted by Limoges Cellars

Less reverence. More revelation. May the best bubble win.

These Champagnes reflect confidence, clarity, and authorship and they all belong to women.

International Women’s Day

Explore the uncompromising philosophy and soulful craftsmanship behind one of Umbria’s most iconic and influential estates.

Educator: Chelsea Young

A decadent tasting where winter warmth meets the rich indulgence of cacao and the vine.

Educator: Kimberly Jones

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

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

Educator: Chelsea Young

Sommlympics 2026 | The Ultimate Wine Competition

Sommlympics is back—and bolder than ever. This high-stakes showdown pushes wine professionals to their limits, testing sharp minds, steady hands, and finely tuned palates across three equally demanding arenas: theory, service, and blind tasting. Teams of three industry experts—whether they work the floor, the cellar, or the classroom—will battle it out under pressure, all in a thrilling new venue with revamped rules and game-changing prizes. This isn’t just a competition. It’s a celebration of mastery, nerve, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in wine.

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

Educator: Chelsea Young

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.

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.