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Zinfandels of the World (Blind Tasting)

Uncover the global story of Zinfandel through a guided blind tasting that explores its origins, characteristics, and diverse expressions. Compare California’s signature varietal to its genetic relatives from Italy, Croatia, and beyond, analyzing the impact of climate, soil, and tradition. Whether you're a Zin enthusiast or refining your tasting skills, this experience offers a deeper appreciation of this dynamic grape.

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  • 21 and older
  • $145
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  • 2 hours

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Class Description

Description

Learn the fascinating story of this red grape with multiple aliases.

Zinfandel is a California classic and accounts for almost 10% of California grape vine acreage. Learn its origins, other homes and characteristics. Compare it to its genetic relatives from Italy, Croatia & perhaps beyond.

Discover how it varies based on climate, soils and traditions in various international regions through a guided blind tasting of 6-7 wines. Despite the differences you will find common threads. This class is a must for Zin lovers and those seeking to improve their blind wine tasting skills and knowledge.


Online Info

  • You will receive the zoom link and any handouts needed a few days before class via email. Check spam and contact [email protected] if you have not received it within 1 business day of your class/event.
  • If you have a tasting kit, it may be picked up at San Francisco Wine School or delivered across the US.
  • Wine parameter lists are available for those participating in locations where kits cannot be delivered. View pickup and delivery options here.
  • Those who would like to attend online and forgo the wine tastings can choose "Skip the Wine".
  • Wine lists and instructions are included in your kit.

Remote Learning

This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.

Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.

Refund Policy

Cancellations and reschedules for full programs are accepted up to 11 business days prior to the start of the course with an option to transfer full credit to a future class OR receive a full refund less a 5% cancellation fee.

Recordings are available to students who are unable to attend live classes. Full program students who give at least business days notice of their absence in an individual workshop may request to have a tasting kit created for no additional charge. No further make ups will be allowed.

If you need to cancel registration in any other program after the notice period, you will be refunded $70 for each class that you do not attend with a minimum notice of 11 business days. Study guides and any other course material must be returned in unused condition or the cost of the materials will be deducted from the total refund.

If you need transfer to a future program within the 11 business days notice period, a $150 transfer fee will be collected at that time. Transfers will be effective 1 week after notice has been provided and fees must be paid at that time. Recordings will be available for workshops prior to the transfer effective date. Your registration is fully transferable to another person for the same program and session with no fees.

There are no refunds available for individual workshops or special events. Recordings are available to students who are unable to attend live classes. Full program students who give at least business days notice of their absence in an individual workshop may request to have a tasting kit created for no additional charge. Reschedules for the next available date are also accepted for individual workshops up to business days prior to the originally scheduled date. Reschedules are not available for special events.

If you are unable to attend a program, workshop or event and are not eligible for a reschedule or refund, and want to attend the session live, consider offering your seat to a friend or colleague. They will love you!

Notice for all cancellations, reschedules, format changes and transfers must be given by emailing [email protected]

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