Ventura County Wine-Complete Wine tasting series by The Magical Kitchen

Wine Basics

Instructor(s): Tim Robertson

Tim, The Magical Kitchen sommelier, starts off our wine series with the basics of wine, where it comes from, how it is made, the magic of the wine label, selecting, serving and storing wine. Tasting includes five wines from California and The Magical Kitchen hors d’œuvres.

Thu May 15, 2008 @ 7:00 PM 2 Hours

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Wines of California

Instructor(s): Tim Robertson

Learn about the various wine making regions of California and discover their vast differences. Included are tastings from five California wineries and The Magical Kitchen tasting hors d’œuvres. See Complete Wine Series for more information.

Thu May 22, 2008 @ 7:00 PM 2 Hours

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Classic Italian Wines

Instructor(s): Tim Robertson

There are so many great Italian wines that we decided they need a class all to themselves: Chianti, Nebbiolo, Super Tuscan, Barolo-the list goes on and on. Learn about what makes wines from this part of the world so special. Also included, \\\"How the heck do I read those labels?\\\" Taste wine from six Italian wineries and of course, enjoy The Magical Kitchen tasting hors d\\\'oeuvres. See Complete WineSeries for more information.

Thu May 29, 2008 @ 7:00 PM 2 Hours

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French Bistro Wine Dinner

Instructor(s): Chef Florenece Bertheau and Tim Robertson, ,Sommelier

*Classic Cheese Souffle with Mesclun Vinaigrette

*Grilled Steaks with Bordelaise Sauce

*Potato and Garlic Gratin (Gratin Dauphinoix)

*Poached Pears Stuffed with Chocolate Truffles

*French wines poured and discussed with each course

Thu Jun 05, 2008 @ 6:30 PM 3 Hours 30 Minutes

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Old World/New/World/What in the World Wines!

Instructor(s): Tim Robertson

You know Old and New World wines, how about something different? How about an evening of tasting the wines from Hungary, South Africa, Chile, Greece? Step out of the box and try something REALLY different. You will be surprised and pleased at these great wines!

Thu Jun 12, 2008 @ 7:00 PM 3 Hours 30 Minutes

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Riedel Seminar

Instructor(s): Tammie Ward and Tim Robertson

WPlease join us for a wine & glass experience! Discover the effect of shape & size on the perception of wine in a glass & wine tasting tutorial. It is an evening you will never forget. Included are tastings of four wines, The Magical Kitchen tasting hors D\\\'oeuvres, and four new Riedel Vinum glasses for each participant. See Complete Wine Series for more information.

Thu Jun 19, 2008 @ 7:00 PM 2 Hours

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Taste Like A Pro

Instructor(s): Tim Robertson

In this grand finale to our seven week wine seminar, you will learn the tasting techniques taught by the Court of Master Sommeliers. Learn to identify a wine by its color, scent, and taste. Included in this class is tasting of seven wines from around the world and plenty of The Magical Kitchen tasting hors d\\\'oeuvres.

Thu Jun 26, 2008 @ 7:00 PM 2 Hours 30 Minutes