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TCWE: The Blind Syrah Challenge
November 7, 2011 (Mon)
from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Minneapolis, MN
Cost: $35.00 per person
Event ID #384665
Twin Cities Wine Education presents...
THE BLIND SYRAH CHALLENGE
There are few grapes I love more than Syrah. The smoky, peppery, ripe fruit aromas. The firm structure. The acidity it gives when it's from a cooler climate. It's so delicious and so revered and so perfect with many of the foods I enjoy the most (especially off the grill).
And then there's the jammy and hedonistic fruit bomb style, loved and embraced by critics but often vilified by chefs and other wine lovers (including your truly).
So what is the best? When all things are presented equally, does the hedonistic fruit bomb style stand out (in a positive or negative way)? Which style goes best with cheeses? When you have Syrah from the Northern Rhone, the west coast of the United States, and Australia all side by side, does one win?
Join Twin Cities Wine Education for a fascinating evening of Syrah from around the world, tasted in a double-blind format.
Before our blind tasting (which will feature hard to find gems and highly rated trophies from around the world) we'll have an in-depth discussion on the Syrah grape (including history, terroir, food pairings, and more). As we taste through the wines we'll discuss the art of blind tasting and how to deconstruct the aromas and flavors that wine presents. And best of all, we'll try to answer the question "What makes a great wine?"
Bring your toothbrush!
Only $35 per person -- all online registration fees paid by Twin Cities Wine. You may also call North Loop Wine and Spirits for registration at (612) 338-5393. Class begins at 6:30pm sharp. Free parking behind North Loop Wine and Spirits.
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Twin Cities Wine Education is the premier source for private wine education and wine seminars in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul area. Wine educator Jason Kallsen brings over 15 years of experience teaching people, from beginners to experts, about the joy of wine in fun, entertaining, informative, and surprising ways.
Since 1998 we have taught hundreds of students the joys of wine appreciation in an independent and entertaining fashion. Jason has also been featured over the years by WCCO television, KSTP Channel 9 with Andrew Zimmern, by Dara Moskowitz in City Pages, as well as the internationally broadcasted production Performance Today, featuring wines to pair with specific pieces of classical music. Additionally, Jason has taught wine related courses for the University of Minnesota since 2003. Our education, organization, connections, and experience sets us apart from all others. Satisfaction is guaranteed.
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Twin Cities Wine Education presents...
THE BLIND SYRAH CHALLENGE
There are few grapes I love more than Syrah. The smoky, peppery, ripe fruit aromas. The firm structure. The acidity it gives when it's from a cooler climate. It's so delicious and so revered and so perfect with many of the foods I enjoy the most (especially off the grill).
And then there's the jammy and hedonistic fruit bomb style, loved and embraced by critics but often vilified by chefs and other wine lovers (including your truly).
So what is the best? When all things are presented equally, does the hedonistic fruit bomb style stand out (in a positive or negative way)? Which style goes best with cheeses? When you have Syrah from the Northern Rhone, the west coast of the United States, and Australia all side by side, does one win?
Join Twin Cities Wine Education for a fascinating evening of Syrah from around the world, tasted in a double-blind format.
Before our blind tasting (which will feature hard to find gems and highly rated trophies from around the world) we'll have an in-depth discussion on the Syrah grape (including history, terroir, food pairings, and more). As we taste through the wines we'll discuss the art of blind tasting and how to deconstruct the aromas and flavors that wine presents. And best of all, we'll try to answer the question "What makes a great wine?"
Bring your toothbrush!
Only $35 per person -- all online registration fees paid by Twin Cities Wine. You may also call North Loop Wine and Spirits for registration at (612) 338-5393. Class begins at 6:30pm sharp. Free parking behind North Loop Wine and Spirits.
***
Twin Cities Wine Education is the premier source for private wine education and wine seminars in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul area. Wine educator Jason Kallsen brings over 15 years of experience teaching people, from beginners to experts, about the joy of wine in fun, entertaining, informative, and surprising ways.
Since 1998 we have taught hundreds of students the joys of wine appreciation in an independent and entertaining fashion. Jason has also been featured over the years by WCCO television, KSTP Channel 9 with Andrew Zimmern, by Dara Moskowitz in City Pages, as well as the internationally broadcasted production Performance Today, featuring wines to pair with specific pieces of classical music. Additionally, Jason has taught wine related courses for the University of Minnesota since 2003. Our education, organization, connections, and experience sets us apart from all others. Satisfaction is guaranteed.
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Where?
North Loop Wines and Spirits
218 Washington Avenue North, Minneapolis MN 55401Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 338-5393
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