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Experience the vibrant food and wine culture of San Francisco with an array of tasting classes, where participants can learn to savor the flavors of local wines, craft beers, and artisanal chocolates.

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Wine Cellar Management

San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA

Master the art of maintaining a flawless wine list and running a smooth cellar operation. Enhance your skills in order checking, inventory management, POS programming, and effective communication. Take the first step towards becoming a wine director or cellar master at San Francisco Wine School.

(13) All levels 21 and older
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$145
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Varietal Profiling: Blind Tasting Red Wines

San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA

Refine your palate and uncover the nuances of red grape varieties in a hands-on workshop led by industry experts. Explore the distinct characteristics of global wine regions and hone your ability to discern varietal and regional influences. Join us for an immersive tasting experience curated by Master Sommelier David Glancy.

(13) Intermediate 21 and older
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$165
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The Evolution & Diversity of Wines from Israel

San Francisco Wine School

WINES OF THE OLDEST WORLD:The Evolution & Diversity of Wines From Israel Join the Israel Wine Producers Association, the Consul General of Israel, and representatives from two of Israel’s most notable wineries for a Seated Masterclass and Guided Tasting through 8 of the region's top wines.  Uncover the  the recent history of the Israeli wine world and explore today's growing regions, popular varietals and winemaking styles. ...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Special Workshop: Do Points Matter?

San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA

Do you buy wines by the numbers?  With all of the information available at our fingertips these days, many people do!  Have you ever stopped to think about how those ratings are actually determined and what they really say about the wine in the bottle?  In this eye opening workshop, Master Sommelier David Glancy will explain the methodologies and differences in today’s wine awards, rating systems, and competing critics' palates...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Chardonnay: Burgundy, Butter and Beyond

San Francisco Wine School

Cab is often proclaimed as King, but Chard is everywhere...  Chardonnay is Pinot’s Burgundian cousin, California’s most widely grown grape and is grown all over the world. Learn its origins, other homes and characteristics. Taste it with and without oak, from cool and warm climates. Discover how it varies based on climate, soils and traditions in various international regions through a guided tasting of 5-6 wines. Despite the differences...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Veneto

San Francisco Wine School

Discover the major wine denominations of Northern Italy’s Veneto. Explore the famous appellations of Bardolino, Valpolicella, Soave, various Prosecco PDOs and much more.  Learn where they're located, what grape varieties they're made from, their styles and importance, and an introduction to foods and culture of the regions. A portion of the class will be dedicated to review of northern Italian regions covered in prior classes. This workshop can...

(13) Advanced 21 and older
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Savvy Sauvignon Blanc - Too Cool for the Pool

San Francisco Wine School

Gooseberry to Kiwi to Cat Pee-the many styles of Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc is grown all over the world and ranges from easy poolside sipping to intensely herbaceous to lean and minerally to succulently sweet. Learn its origins, other homes and characteristics. Discover how it varies based on climate, soils and traditions in various international regions through a guided tasting of 5-6 wines. Despite the differences you will find common threads....

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Wine & Dine Experience

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Pans on Fire is partnering with our local Fine Wine Concierge, Shelley Goldblum, to offer an afternoon of wine & food tasting. We’ll start with a glass of bubbles and then move on to tasting four different wines, each paired with a delightful dish. As you taste these wines from Napa and Sonoma Valley, we’ll share information on the wines, the wineries, and why each food pairs perfectly with each wine. You’ll have the opportunity to order...

(9) All levels 21 and older
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$76.50
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Fall Cocktails Class: Maple Old Fashioned

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Pans On Fire’s exclusive Fall Cocktails Class. Get ready to mix and mingle with fellow guests as we craft delicious drinks like the Maple Old Fashioned, the Campfire Mule, and the Great Pumpkin.  Come explore the unique flavors of the season with us, as we celebrate the wonders of fall with tasty spirits and delightful company. Let’s get together and toast to the season!  21 and older welcome...

(9) All levels 21 and older
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$66.30
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Abruzzo, Molise, Lazio & Review

San Francisco Wine School

Discover the major wine denominations of Abruzzo, Molise and Lazio. Explore the famous appellations of Colline Teramane Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Cesanese del Piglio and much more. Learn where they're located, what grape varieties they're made from, their styles and importance, and an introduction to foods and culture of the regions. A portion of the class will be dedicated to review of southern Italian regions covered in prior classes. This workshop can...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Marche and Umbria

San Francisco Wine School

Discover the major wine denominations of Central Italy’s Marche and Umbria.  Explore the famous appellations of: Conero Offida Montefalco Sagrantino Torgiano Rosso Riserva and much more.  Learn where they're located, what grape varieties they're made from, their styles and importance, and an introduction to foods and culture of the regions.  This workshop can be taken as part of the Italian Wine Scholar South program or on...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Fine Wine Collection & Cellar Strategies

San Francisco Wine School

By popular demand, San Francisco Wine School is proud to present an intimate evening seminar and tasting to explain the best practices of fine wine collection, appreciation & cellar management with Master Sommelier David Glancy and Special Guests Melissa Smith of Enotrias & Christopher Hillin of Riedel USA The evening will begin with a Champagne welcome and seated seminar where Melissa Smith will discuss: Purchasing: Collecting...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Wine Dojo - A Blind Tasting Workout

San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA

Wine Dojo is a focused, efficient 90-minute session for tasting skill development and feedback. This ongoing blind tasting workshop offers students an opportunity to do a timed blind analysis of 6 wines then compare and discuss their analysis with Master Sommelier David Glancy. This is a must for any student looking to prepare for an upcoming certification exam, offering a consistent day and time for tasting classic wines. Leave the selection...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Beyond the Bubbles - Sparkling Wines of the World

San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA

“Champagne is Never Wrong!” – David Glancy  Champagne is not the first sparkling wine of the world but is its most famous and highly regarded. Learn a brief history of bubbly wine, various production methods, regions and styles from various grapes. Discover through a guided tasting how it varies based on climate, soils and traditions in various international regions. Despite the differences you will find common threads.  This class...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Rosé All Day

San Francisco Wine School @ 415 Grand Ave, San Francisco, CA

Real Men Drink Pink... and So Do Real Women  You too can become a “Rosé Bro”! Any red grape can be used to make rosé and there are classic examples from hot to cool climates all over the world. Learn the classics and some wild cards, various production methods, regions and styles from various grapes.  Rose, or Blush, wine consumption has been increasing rapidly in recent years. Discover through a guided tasting how it varies based...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Wine Program Management

San Francisco Wine School

With his BA degree in Hotel, Restaurant & Institutional Management from Michigan State University and 15 years of experience successfully managing and consulting for some of the world’s finest hotels and restaurants, Wine Program Management is one of Master Sommelier David Glancy’s specialties. This indispensable certificate program, written by Master Glancy, himself, helps students grasp the art and science of Wine List Development, Beverage...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Cocktail Series

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

In our new hands-on Cocktails series, you'll learn to make a classic cocktail and a trendy cocktail. You'll also learn about various bar tools and techniques. Nibbles will be served during class. Notes: 21 years of age and older are welcome - valid IDs required. Recipes will be sent after the class.

(9) All levels 21 and older
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$66.30
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Riesling Rules

San Francisco Wine School @ Live Webinar, San Francisco, CA

Who says Riesling is sweet?  Riesling thrives in cool climates and ages for decades but many only know the sweet and simple styles. It is made in many places from still to sparkling, bone-dry to dessert sweet. Learn its origins, other homes and characteristics. Discover how it varies based on climate, soils and traditions in various international regions through a guided tasting of 6 wines. Despite the differences you will find common threads. ...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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