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Ian Blackburn

Teaches at LearnAboutWine/ wineLA

Ian Blackburn, Los Angeles, California - Educator, Host, Author, Winemaker, 2nd Year Master of Wine Student; Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), and Founder of wineLA.com and LearnAboutWine.com - America’s first wine education website established in 1995. Ian spends his time between developing his new wine education podcast, LearnAboutWine.com (Digital Wine Education-coming soon), and WineLA.com (Los Angeles based classes & tastings). Ian teaches/hosts over 100 public and private events a year in the Southern California Marketplace. These events consist of marketing, logistics, trade & consumer education efforts of Santa Barbara, Napa Valley, Sonoma County, Bordeaux, Portugal, Argentina, Champagne and all fine wine regions of the world. Ian is a frequent guest on TV & Radio, and has published a book, wine articles, and numerous blog posts. Ian is also the winemaker/founder of Beekeeper Cellars, a wine brand he established with his best friend Clay Mauritson, in Sonoma County (BeekeeperCellars.com).

Reviews of Ian Blackburn

(20 Reviews)
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Jason S. on 11/7/2023
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Virginia D. on 2/12/2023
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Patricia H. on 3/8/2020
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Krystina N. on 1/12/2020
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Marianne G. on 1/12/2020
    This class was everything and more! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it and can’t wait to try different wine camp classes!
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Anonymous review on 1/5/2020
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Abner M. on 12/9/2019
    The class was great. And Ian not only knows a lot about win, but he is also a great story teller.
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Anonymous review on 2/3/2019
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Rebecca T. on 8/7/2018
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Robert M. on 7/3/2018
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by David G. on 6/29/2018
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Grace L. on 6/28/2018
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Barbara G. on 6/23/2018
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Brianna G. on 6/22/2018
    I learned a lot about wine and tasted some really varied, interesting wines. It was in a neat loft space. I'd highly recommend this class!
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by omar g. on 1/28/2018
    The class was fun and informative. I look to go back for more in depth courses. Good wines with pairings. They provide everything you need, so come ready to have fun.
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Dixon E. on 9/20/2016
    Excellent introduction to serious wine drinking!
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Laurie E. on 9/19/2016
  • Wine Camp - An Introduction to Wine

    Reviewed by Diane M. on 9/14/2015
    Really enjoyed this class as it was vey informative. Ian is knowledgeable, and his passion for wine is contagious.
  • Wine, Cheese & Chocolate (do not reopen)

    Reviewed by Tina Wood on 9/3/2014
    Loved it - it was a suprise bday present and I had a great time - Teacher was smart, informative, and nice!
  • Wine, Cheese & Chocolate (do not reopen)

    Reviewed by Sioux-z Jessup on 9/2/2014
    Ian was a great teacher - I took my friend for her bday and we had a great time!

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