Upcoming Wine House Classes - UPDATED February 18

SUMMARY OF UPCOMING WINE HOUSE
CLASSES AND EVENTS (FEBRUARY 18)

What You Absolutely Need to Know About Wine
Tuesday, February 28, $53

Dinner with Domaine l'Arlot *NEW*
With Géraldine Godot, Domaine de l'Arlot Technical Director
Wednesday, March 1, Only $150

WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate
Wednesdays, beginning March 1, $750

Italian Wine Specialist Certificate
Sundays, beginning March 5, $650

Burgundies and More from Becky Wasserman & Co. *NEW*
Sunday, March 5, $55

Even More That You Need to Know About Wine
Tuesdays, Beginning March 7, $210 ($195/person when booking groups of 3 or more)

In-Store Tasting with Copain Wines *NEW*
Thursday, March 9, $15

Introduction Whisk(e)y
Friday, March 10, $60

The Wines of Veneto, The Second of a Six Part Educational Series on Italy's Most Important Regions
Monday, March 13, $40

WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate
Saturday, March 18, $299

WSET Level 1 Award in Sake *NEW*
Sunday, March 19, $265

Scotch: Introduction to Single Malt Whisky
Friday, March 24, $75

Scroll down for details on these classes that are coming up soon... or click below to see ALL Wine House classes and events!

This class was previously named Absolute Beginning Wine Appreciation, but that title limited the participants to people who knew that didn't know the basics of wine. Truth be told, there is a lot of fundamental information about wine that most people have just skipped over in order to get to the drinking part! So whether an absolute beginner or hardened vet, this class will teach you something you didn't know or at least were not sure of in the complex, wonderful world of wine.

While based on the information offered in Absolute Beginners, this is a newly structured Power Point type of class presented along with nine great wines to illustrate the information. The most heard comments after this class are usually along the lines of "I've been drinking wine for 15 years, going tasting in Santa Barbara and Napa, etc, and I learned more about wine in the first 20 minutes of this class than I did in all that time!"

Join Tasting & Seminars Director JB Severin for an entertaining revelation.

The Wine House and Upstairs 2 are hosting a very special four-course wine dinner with Domaine de l'Arlot Technical Director, Géraldine Godot. Two kilometres to the south of Nuits Saint Georges, the Domaine de l'Arlot is a telling example of a long-lasting old Côte de Nuits Burgundian property. Domaine de l'Arlot cultivates vines and make wines which express the terroir from which they come. This vision, which respects nature to reveal the truth of great terroirs, defines the philosophy of Domaine de l'Arlot. A special feature of this dinner is that we will be pairing each course with an older vintage and a current vintage of each wine, adding yet another dimension to this unique experience!

Clear your calendar for March 1st – this is a rare opportunity to sample such distinctive wines with the Technical Director from the Domaine, paired with a sumptuous 4-course meal for only $150!

Click here for full menu and wines being poured!

Classes: Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Class & Exam: Wednesday, April 12
When: 6:30 to 9:30 PM
Where: Addie's Place, private room adjacent to Upstairs 2 Restaurant above The Wine House

The Level 2 Intermediate Certificate builds on the foundation established in the Level 1 Certificate class. It is the ideal starting level for those who already have a good foundation of wine knowledge, or who have depth of knowledge regarding particular types of wine but lack a true breadth of knowledge of all the world's wines. In Level 2 (Intermediate), students develop the essential tasting skills needed to reach Level 3 (Advanced).

The WSET Level 2 Intermediate Course includes: 18 hours of classroom instruction & exam, 35+ in-class tastings, printed study materials, exam fees, a one-hour multiple-choice exam plus a certificate for successful candidates.

Classes: Sundays, March 5, 12, 19, and 26
Exam: Sunday, April 30
When: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Where: Addie's Place, private room adjacent to Upstairs 2 Restaurant above The Wine House

The North American Sommelier Association (NASA) is proud to present the "Italian Wine Specialist" certification program recognized throughout the world. This course is designed from the "Associazione Italiana Sommelier" (AIS, or Italian Sommelier Association) curricula, recognized as the leading educational and consulting authority on Italian wines. The teachers are all native Italians and professionally Certified Sommeliers by the WSA (Worldwide Sommelier Association). The AIS was founded in 1965 and is the foremost authority in wine education and sommelier services. Globally, it is part of the WSA, the largest Sommelier Association in the world, known for its extremely high curriculum standards. The NASA, headquartered in Los Angeles, is affiliated with the WSA and has the right and exclusivity of using the AIS curricula to teach this course in the territory of North America.

This course consists of 24 hours of class time, including tasting, plus an exam in order to earn the certification, issued by the NASA and approved by the AIS and WSA. The class will explore all 20 wine regions of Italy, their wine laws, grape varietals and include a brief overview of cuisine and culture. A portion of the class will be dedicated to wine tasting technique and to the sophisticated wine service for which the AIS is famous.

The course includes the following materials that will be distributed on the first day of class:
- "Wine Tasting" (published by Associazione Italiana Sommelier, Italy)
- "An overview of Italian wine" coursebook (published by NASA)
- Wine Colors Chart

Course participants will also receive promotional NASA membership for the current year. This course will be extremely beneficial to both wine industry professionals and enthusiasts who are interested in the vast world of Italian wine and requires no previous wine knowledge.

We are thrilled to welcome 8 producers, most of whom are from Burgundy, who will joining us in Upstairs 2 to pour their current wines. You don’t want to miss the incredible opportunity to meet these individuals – every single one of them has their family name on the bottle!

These families almost never visit to Los Angeles; usually, the only way to meet them is to travel to Burgundy. This is an extremely rare and unique opportunity – don’t miss out!

Producers and attendees include:
Domaine Berthaut, Amelie Berthaut
Domaine Jean-Marc et Thomas Bouley, Thomas Bouley
Domaine Pierre Morey, Anne Morey
Domaine Sylvain Pataille, Sylvain Pataille
Maison Jean-Baptiste Souillard, Jean-Baptiste Souillard (Northern Rhone)
Champagne Pierre Gerbais, Aurelien Gerbais
Domaine Bruno Clair, Isabelle & Bruno Clair
Domaine Lafarge, Chantal & Clothilde Lafarge

This is the updated version of our previously titled Ultimate Beginners and Intermediates Class. While based on much of the information contained in that class, this is a redesigned Power Point type of class created for people who want to expand their appreciation and enjoyment of wine but who don't want to invest the time or money necessary for a certification. (For that, please see our WSET courses.) This four-part series is a fun, in-depth, consumer-friendly take on topics such as: how to taste and evaluate wine, the major types of wine and grapes of the world, food & wine pairing and much more. We will taste 8-10 wines per session that will illustrate the information presented as well as establish the benchmarks for all of your future wine consumption! If you've enjoyed JB's What You Absolutely Need to Know About Wine introductory course, this is the natural continuation!

Join Tasting & Seminars Director JB Severin for all the fun that you would expect to have learning about wine.

Wells Guthrie discovered early on that his taste in wine gravitated toward Europe in general and France's Rhône Valley in particular. So much so, he picked up and moved with his new bride to the region to learn from the best. For two years, Wells apprenticed for esteemed winemaker and living legend Michel Chapoutier in France's Rhone Valley. During that time, Wells was deeply inspired by the traditions and practices of French winemaking, not to mention the European attitude that wine is an essential part of life.

At Copain, he creates wines that are firmly rooted in California, yet with the sensibilities of the European wines that so moved him. He is as committed to crafting these elegant, nuanced wines as he is to building a legacy that will be passed down to his daughters in the great tradition of European winemakers whose estates have been in the same family for generations.

Wines being poured:
2016 Copain Rose "Tous Ensemble" Anderson Valley ($18)
2015 Copain Chardonnay "Tous Ensemble" Anderson Valley ($22)
2015 Copain Pinot Noir "Tous Ensemble" Anderson Valley ($27)
2014 Copain Syrah "Tous Ensemble" Anderson Valley ($22)
2014 Copain Pinot Noir "Les Voisins" Anderson Valley ($35)
2013 Copain Pinot Noir Wendling Vineyard Anderson Valley ($59)
2012 Copain Syrah Baker Ranch Vineyard Anderson Valley ($59)

Cheese and charcuterie will be served by Upstairs 2

Join hosts Richard Merenbach and Marla Foust on a journey of discovery as we explore the where and how of the world of whisk(e)y. From briny whiskies of the cold, windswept Isles of Scotland to the flattering imitations of Asia and on to the unique, rich whiskies of Bourbon County and other American hotspots, we will explore all that these aged distillates have to offer and see what they teach us about each region's history and geography. Travel with us and decide if you prefer the soft kiss of an Irish Blend or the rough slap of a Highland Malt. And maybe we can even decide if the whisk(e)y you come to love should have an "e" or not.

The Wine House is delighted to partner with Dalla Terra (Italian Winery Direct Importer) to present a six-part educational series covering Italy’s most important wine regions – including well-known favorites as well as the most exciting up-and-coming areas. The course will take place once a month on the 2nd Monday of the month. Participants will journey across Italy learning about historical events and outside influences, appellation breakdowns, native grape varieties, while tasting wines specific to the regions.

Italy is one of the most interesting countries for wine, but Italy can be intimidating, as it is vast, regionally specific, with tremendous diversity! This series gives you the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of each region in particular, and the entire country as a whole. This series is led by Diego Meraviglia, Vice President & Director Of Education of North American Sommelier Association, who was born and raised in Northern Piedmont. Diego’s passion, educational technique and experience gives you a whole new perspective on one of the most beloved wine countries. You will leave this course excited and inspired to learn and taste more!

This month, in the second class of the series, we journey to the Veneto region.

Course Schedule (remaining classes):
March 13: Veneto
May 8: Piedmont
June 12: Abruzzo, Le Marche, Emilia Romagna
July 10: Alto Adige & Friuli
September 11: Tuscany

When: Saturday, March 18, 2017 (9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, including exam)
Where: Addie's Place, private room adjacent to Upstairs 2 Restaurant above The Wine House

The Wine House is pleased to offer the WSET Level 1 Foundation course! A suggested prerequisite for the WSET Level 2 Intermediate course, this is an entry-level course in which students learn the basics of wine in a format specially designed for those with no previous wine knowledge. It is ideal for consumers or those new to wine, and focuses on the main styles of wines available, tasting technique, wine and food pairing as well as wine service and storage. The class consists of a session of 6 hours that concludes with a short 30-question multiple-choice exam of 45 minutes. Successful candidates receive the internationally-recognized WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines.

WSET Level 1 Foundation is strongly recommended for those who have little training in or knowledge of wine. Those who already have a good foundation of wine knowledge may begin with WSET Level 2 Intermediate course.

The WSET L1 Foundation Course includes: 6 tuition hours (including exam), printed study guide, tasting of 10 wines, food pairing exercises, exam fee, certificate and lapel pin to successful candidates. Click here for more information about WSET L1 Foundation Course including the course synopsis.

When: Sunday, March 19 (9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, including exam)
Where: Addie's Place, private room adjacent to Upstairs 2 Restaurant above The Wine House

The Wine House is pleased to offer the WSET Level 1 Award in Sake course for the first time. This class is ideal for consumers who want to learn more about sake and increase their enjoyment of this popular beverage. If you’ve looked at a sake menu and wanted to understand it better, this is a perfect opportunity to increase your knowledge. The class will focus on main sake ingredients, main production steps, principal categories and grades of sake, specialty styles of sake, controlled production steps, Japanese labeling terms, storage and service, common faults, principles of food and sake pairing, and social and health issues.

The WSET L1 Award in Sake includes: 6 tuition hours, printed study guide, tasting of 8 sakes, and a short 30-question multiple-choice exam. Successful candidates receive the internationally-recognized WSET® Level 1 Award in Sake. The instructor will be Toshio Ueno, SSI WSET Certified Sake Educator, Certified Master Sake & Shochu Sommelier.

Click here for a detailed course brochure.

This class includes a light sushi lunch.