Everything you always wanted to know about wine, but didn’t know what to ask!

Instructor Len Gulino, The Wine Tutor, has conducted beginner and advanced wine tasting classes around Connecticut since 1988.  Working with adult education programs, wine retailers, professional organizations, and private social groups, he has instructed more than 2,000 people in the basic techniques of wine tasting and appreciation.  With formal wine certification from the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in Napa Valley, he uses his expert presentation skills and humor to demystify wine and promote its pure enjoyment.

Tuesday, January 12 – White Wines of the World

White wine grapes and regions around the world

5 S’s of wine tasting, 4 taste zones of the tongue

White Grapes Aroma Chart

Basic terminology, Glassware etiquette

Tuesday, January 19 – Red Wines of the World

Red wine grapes and regions around the world

4 basic wine components (the F.A.A.T. acronym)

Red Grapes Aroma Chart

Breathing a wine, Wine cellar requirements

Tuesday, January 26 – Sparkling & Dessert Wines

Primary Fermentation

 Secondary Fermentation

Fortification, Solera System

Decanting

Wine tastings start at 7:00PM.  Light hors d’oeuvres are served. After the tasting stay for dinner and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine from our wine by the glass list (up to $8 value) or a complimentary dessert with your dinner.

***  GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT IDEA FOR A FRIEND OR LOVED ONE  ***

Complete 3-week series:  $105 per person. 

If you are unable to attend all three sessions,

each Tuesday night is available at $40 each per person.

Reservations with Credit Card only:  203-787-3466