Local Wine Events

Event ID #252456

Event Details

This Intermediate course takes up where # 1 left off, the "basics" having been covered. It will focus on the more than 2 dozen grape varieties which are distinct enough to produce interesting wines. $210.00 per person.

CLASS 1: "Crisp & Light Whites"- Sauvignon blanc, Sémillon, Melon, Cortese, Grüner Veltliner and Viura.

CLASS 2: "Perfumed & Gutsy Reds"- Pinot noir & Gamay plus Syrah, Petite Sirah, Nebbiolo, Grenache & Barbera.

CLASS 3: "Fruity/Floral Whites"- White Riesling, Chenin blanc, Muscat, Gewürztraminer and others.

CLASS 4: "Clarety Reds"- Cabernet (Sauvignon & franc), Merlot, Malbec, Zinfandel, Sangiovese and Tempranillo.

CLASS 5: "Classic Dry Whites" - Chardonnay, Pinots blanc & gris, Aligoté, Viognier, Marsanne & Roussanne.

The "Varietals" begins Thursday, July 16th at 5:30 PM and run through Thursday, August 13th each session lasting approximately 90 minutes. This course will take place at Boardman's (455 N City Front Plaza in the NBC Tower building) There is street and discounted lot parking.

All students who register for the Varietals course will receive a copy of The Vineyard Handbook (see website for preview / description)