Wine and food are famous for breaking down barriers and bringing people together. They open doors inside us and between us as we learn about each other and ourselves. Prepare your palate for an enlightening world tour of wine to five different wine regions on three continents and two hemispheres with the smallest carbon footprint ever!

Each of the five courses represents a different wine region and its unique food tradition on the plate and in the glass. You'll meet and mingle with fellow wine lovers as you share tasting notes and experiences, and deepen your appreciation for the world of wine amidst good company.

Join us for a unique wine and food class that promises to transport you far and wide in pursuit of this planet's rich culinary culture. Space is very limited, so reserve your spot today!

WINE + FOOD MENU (tentative) Greenvale Vineyards Pét-nat + Rhode Island red canapés | Loire Valley, France, Muscadet de Sèvre-et-Maine + Seafood course | Tuscany, Italy, Morellino di Scansano + Porchetta (savory pork roast) | Mendoza, Argentina, Bonarda + International cheese course | Oliver Winery, Bloomington, Indiana, Moscato + Melon pudding & tea loaf

PLEASE NOTE Wine & food menus are subject to change based on availability, inspiration, and whimsy!

WHO SHOULD ATTEND This is a survey course for beginners and enthusiasts alike. It assumes some exposure to wine but little or no formal wine knowledge. This program is appropriate for both consumers and professionals in all wine, food, hospitality and service industries.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Students will learn technical wine tasting, international wine grapes, wine and food pairing basics, and fundamentals of wine style. The emphasis is on providing an overview of wine and food, plus an deep understanding of pairing concepts.

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS Guests & students must be at least 21.

JONATHON ALSOP is founder & executive director of the Boston Wine School, author of The Wine Lover’s Devotional and In Vino Veritas, and a commentator for National Public Radio on WGBH | Boston Public Radio and Under The Radar.

He began writing about wine, food and travel in 1988 and emerged as a wine expert through his syndicated wine column. He has contributed numerous articles to the Associated Press, Frequent Flyer Magazine, La Vie Claire, Beverage Business Magazine, Mobil Travel Guides, Fodor’s Travel Guides, Boston Globe, and many others.

Jonathon founded the Boston Wine School in 2000 where he teaches wine and food classes in a dedicated 100% snob-free zone. His new book Wine Life: A Collection Of Verses will be published in 2024.

PLATES BY LEAH | Leah Winship | instagram.com/leahship

GREENVALE VINEYARDS | greenvale.com | 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth RI 02871

Greenvale Vineyards is a sixth generation farm producing small quantities of exceptional estate-grown wines. Settled along the Sakonnet River, the vineyard and tasting room experience integrates stunning wines with a breathtaking landscape.