San Francisco Wine School is the largest wine school in the U.S., offering a comprehensive approach to wine study. With a state-of-the-art facility and industry-leading instructors, they provide educational programs and workshops for serious students and wine enthusiasts to advance their careers or pursue their passions.
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San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Explore the diverse flavors and reputation of Napa's coastal neighbor with this dynamic workshop. Gain essential knowledge of Sonoma County's impact on the wine market and appreciate its range of climate, soil conditions, and AVAs. Taste 6-8 wines related to the curriculum in this workshop, which is part of the California Wine Appellation Specialist® program.
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Explore the rugged coastline of Big Sur and the quaint village of Carmel as you dive into the unique wines of Monterey. Discover the distinct AVAs and climb into the Gabilan Mountains to uncover the hidden gems of the San Benito wine region. Immerse yourself in this workshop and taste the wines that define these extraordinary regions.
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Explore the vibrant wines of California's fastest-growing region, known for its Cabernet, Zinfandel, and Rhone-style wines. Discover the unique characteristics of Paso Robles, Edna Valley, and Arroyo Grande in this essential workshop for wine professionals. Taste and learn about 6-8 wines related to the curriculum.
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San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Uncover the secrets of global cool climate wines as we journey through regions such as Germany, Austria, and Oregon. Discover the distinct characteristics of Chenin Blanc, Pinot Gris, Riesling, and more in this immersive tasting experience. Expand your sommelier knowledge with our exclusive workshop.
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Discover the exceptional wines of Santa Barbara County and beyond, as you delve into the unique factors that make this region so desirable. Learn about the influence of the Humboldt Current and the Coriolis Effect, and explore the many small AVAs and producers of the South Coast. Expand your wine knowledge and gain a deeper appreciation for California's southern origins.
Discover the wine denominations of Northern Italy’s Valle d'Aosta and Liguria. Explore the regions surrounding Piemonte starting in the Italian Alps to the north and traveling down to the Ligurian Sea and the famous Cinque Terre. Learn about these drastically different places, their grapes, wine styles, and an introduction to foods and culture of the regions. This workshop can be taken as part of the Italian Wine Scholar North program or on its...
Discover the major wine denominations of Northern Italy’s Lombardia and Emilia-Romagna regions. Explore the famous appellations of Francicorta, Valtellina, various Lambrusco PDOs and much more. Learn where they're located, what grape varieties they're made from, their styles and importance, and an introduction to foods and culture of the regions. This workshop can be taken as part of the Italian Wine Scholar North program or on its own. As part...
The region of Castilla y León in Spain occupies one-fifth of the mainland and is home to some of the country’s top wine growing areas such as Ribera del Duero, Rueda and Toro. The Duero River Valley is a high-elevation, high-quality wine production area that experiences extreme seasonal temperature variations. In fact, an old Castilian saying states that the year is comprised of nine months of winter and three months of hell. Yet Tempranillo...
Rioja’s wine culture represents a composite of tradition and modernity. Rioja was one of Spain’s first demarcated wine regions yet it continues to reinvent itself. It has set itself apart as one of the world’s greatest wine-producing areas and has maintained that allure for centuries. It is largely responsible for the growth of Spain’s wine reputation around the wine world; it is also the country’s most recognizable wine region by consumers...
Cataluña is home to cava, Spain’s traditional method sparkling wine. Utilizing local Macabeo, Xarel.lo, and Parellada grapes, Cataluña has put a very Spanish accent on this classic winemaking process. Did you know that the prototype of the gyropalette was developed here! The cooperative concept was also given a brand-new image here! Dubbed “wine cathedrals” many are stunning examples of modernist architecture. In Cataluña, wine has always...
Our first stop, the Central Mediterranean Coast, occupying nearly half of Spain’s Mediterranean coast, is not only home to Spain’s national dish, paella, but to two underrated, local grapes quietly taking the world by storm—Monastrell and Bobal. Monastrell has been globe-trotting under the radar for a long time. Fondillón, a dessert wine crafted from this grape, is believed to have been the first wine to join Magellan as he circumnavigated...
The dazzlingly white limestone-rich soils of the Andalucía wine region have been given voice by the Palomino grape. The combination of sea and heat and sun have taken wine and elevated it into something that reflects the passage of time—in barrel under a film of surface yeast or in barrels via a complex fractionalized blending process known as the “solera.” These fortified wines bear the salty tang of their birthplace, the heat of their climate...
Discover the major wine denominations of Northern Italy’s Trentino and Alto Adige. Discover the geographic, climatic, cultural and wine differences between these neighboring regions and much more. Learn where they're located, the indigenous and international grape varieties, German synonyms, the wine styles and an introduction to foods and culture of the regions. A portion of the class will be dedicated to review of northern Italian regions...
Discover the multi-faceted nature of Beaujolais as expressed through its different soil types and vinification techniques. Learn how carbonic maceration and traditional fermentation changes the flavors in the glass. Find out how the granitic soils of the Crus Beaujolais create wines of different character and age-ability from the rest ofBeaujolais. Beaujolais Nouveau may be a light-hearted quaff, but the subject is far from simple. This class covers...
The San Francisco Bay Area is under order to Shelter in Place through April 7th. During this time, all in-person classes will be conducted in live webinar format unless otherwise indicated. All webinar participants will receive pdf handouts, suggested wine lists, and a calendar invitation to attend the webinar with login details. No live tastings will be conducted during these sessions, however all webinar participants are invited to...
The San Francisco Bay Area is under order to Shelter in Place through April 7th. During this time, all in-person classes will be conducted in live webinar format unless otherwise indicated. All webinar participants will receive pdf handouts, suggested wine lists, and a calendar invitation to attend the webinar with login details. No live tastings will be conducted during these sessions, however all webinar participants are invited to...
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Introducing Cult Oenologist Roberto Cipresso and his Inaugural California Pinot Noir Portfolio Release Meet celebrated winemaker Roberto Cipresso as he unveils his inaugural California Pinot Noir portfolio release, where Roberto’s work focuses on vines that are pushed to the limit in “heroic viticulture”, developing complex grapes and producing expressive wine. This Cult Oenologist will discuss how his life's work in Italy and Argentina...
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Discover the major wine denominations of Northern Italy’s Piemonte or Piedmont as they say in English. Explore the famous appellations of Asti, Gavi, Barolo, Barbaresco and much more. Learn where they're located, what grape varieties they're made from, their styles and importance, and an introduction to foods and culture of the regions. A portion of the class will be dedicated to review of southern Italian regions covered in prior classes. This...
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Explore the famous wine appellations of Italy's Toscana region, including Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, in this immersive workshop. Discover the grape varieties, styles, and cultural significance of these renowned wines, while enjoying a tasting of six to eight curated selections. Join us for a preview of the Italian Wine Scholar South program and unlock the secrets of Tuscan wines.
San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA
Discover the secrets behind the exceptional wines of the Willamette Valley in this in-depth workshop. Dive into the unique soil types, mesoclimates, and AVAs that contribute to the region's distinctive wine personalities. Get a taste of the curriculum with 6-8 carefully selected wines.
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