MerchantofWine.com and Learnaboutwine.com partner together to produce and market amazing tasting experiences. We are thrilled to relaunch our "Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate” efforts… showcasing top quality products from smaller artisan producers - hosted by Sommelier Ian Todd Blackburn.

Exclusive evening promises to be a sensory delight, featuring a curated selection of fine wines, artisanal cheeses, and delectable chocolates.

Attendees will have the opportunity to savor an array of exquisite wines from around the world, carefully chosen to complement the rich flavors of cheese and the sweetness of chocolate. With a focus on unique and exceptional pairings, this event offers a rare chance to explore the intricate dance of tastes and aromas that only wine, cheese, and chocolate can provide.

The Pairings:

“Victorine de Chastenay” Crémant de Bourgogne, Brut, Burgundy, France, NV
With triple cream cheese

La Prevostura, “Corinna” Nebbiolo Rosato, Piedmont, Italy, 2020
With an Italian cheese of legend…

Thibault Liger-Belair, Bourgogne “Les Charmes,” Burgundy, France, 2022
Neighborly cows will provide a nearby cheese treat…

Domaine de Bellivière “Les Rosiers,” Jasnières, Loire, France, 2022
With a bleu that is barely bleu to pair with this barely sweet Jasnières… I adore!

Sandhi, Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills, California, 2023
Our milk chocolate will harmonize with this great Pinot.

Château d'Oupia “Les Hérétiques,” Roussillon, France, 2023
With a legendary chocolate of Paris from the 1700s, once given to help the medicine go down…

Poderi Sanguineto I e II “Nobile di Montepulciano,” Montepulciano, Italy, 2022
With Ritual Chocolate — Fleur de Sel Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt, 70% Cacao

Buhler, Graciano, Valle de Guadalupe, Baja, Mexico, 2022
With Milla Chocolates — Hazelnut Praline Bar with Turkish Coffee

Bodega DiamAndes, Grande Reserve Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina, 2017
With cave aged cheese — a salty beast

Kopke, Fine Tawny Port, Douro, Portugal, NV
With chocolate caramel

530 Molino St #214, Los Angeles

Located in the heart of the Arts District in downtown Los Angeles, The Classroom is the home and tasting center of LearnAboutWine.com. The loft space at 530 Molino provides and intimate and modern setting to accompany the next step in your journey into wine. Here you will explore the nuances and bold flavors of wines from all over the world, in a relaxed and discerning environment led by Ian Blackburn. Come and explore a new experience toward gaining an unparalelled appreciation of wine.

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Our Policy

All tickets are non-refundable. We can adjust your menu for dietary needs up to 72 hours prior without any additional cost. Wines can change without notice, failure or corked wine at the dinner does not result in any type of credit or refund. We open one bottle minimum per paying guest, and can reduce the total number of bottles being opened so that the dinner does not have to cancel should ticket sales not reach the minimum. Fewer bottles equals larger pours - you will get the same quantity of wine and we always open the best wines for the quality of the event. Cancellation due to illness is not allowed, you may however take food to go - or assign your seat to someone else without fee. The perishable nature of our product requires no cancellation, no credit, no refunds for any reason - this is like an airline flight or Dodger game… once it goes, its gone.

NOTICE REGARDING ALLERGIES, FOOD RESTRICTIONS + LIMITATIONS INCLUDING BEVERAGES BUT NOT LIMITED TO WINE

*Please carefully review any programs you may be interested involving food/refreshment/beverages.

No refunds, cancellations, or date swaps allowed.

Unfortunately, refreshments and food & beverage substitutions are politely declined. We try our best to accommodate food limitations/restrictions, however, it is our policy is to inform you that we make no promises or guarantees of any particular food/ beverage accommodation, regardless of whether learnaboutwine or our third-party venue is providing refreshments/ food and/or beverages. We make no promises guarantees that if/ any refreshments/food and/or beverages are free of any allergens and/or health restricting products/elements. We will not be held responsible/liable for/if any illness that may occur while consuming at his/her/their own free will and at his/her/their own discretion.

*Please be advised, outside food and beverage is not permitted at any of our events.

*Adult Participants must be 21 and over. Valid government issued ID required to attend this event. The entirety of the experience is important and vital for the enjoyment of all adult participants. Our private events are created for adults 21-years of age and older and unable to accommodate minors. Minors are not allowed into any of our events.

*ALL/ANY TICKET SALE IS FINAL. WE DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS/EXCHANGES/CREDITS/TRANSFERS BETWEEN OUR PROGRAMS.

Email us - tlc@learnaboutwine.com

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Email us: tlc@learnaboutwine.com

LearnAboutWine.com Office | 10am-4pm PST Tuesday-Friday | 310-451-7600

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