San Francisco Bay Area Wine-Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Wines of Italy

Do you know that Italy has the most grape varietals, styles of wine, and largest per capita consumption than any other country in the world? And Italians are likely the most opinionated and passionate about their favorites. Mention a French wine in a piazza in Italy and you’re likely to get a black eye—maybe two! Here’s a two-hour wine class that’s guaranteed to get you Italia vino savvy in a flash. Taste 15 wines and listen to an expert wine educator—Roberto Hernandez—guide you thru a trek to many of the most notable wine regions of Italy. From Prosecco to the 4-Bs (Barbera, Barbaresco, Barolo and Brunello). Taste for yourself how Sangiovese can drive you crazy. When? Sunday April 13th. Where? The backyard garden of an Edwardian house in the Mission District. There will be plenty of Italian-inspired food to go along with all the vino. Time? 4 till 6:30 pm. Cost? $60/person. Gather all ye oenophiles. Viva Italia! Sign up thru robertgotwine@comcast.net or call 415-832-9871