Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th Earn a complete wine education in a single semester. The Core Wine Course combines our Foundation and Intermediate programs into a unified wine education experience. Plus, the Core Wine Course will save you a sizable amount of tuition. Individually, the Foundation […]
Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th From the Italian peninsula to the docks of Bordeaux, the Intermediate Certificate of Global Wine Studies is a breathtaking exploration into the world of wine. “It is due to the Wine School of Philadelphia that I attended and […]
The First Step For Your Wine Diploma Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 4:30 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th The world of wine is built on the foundation of taste. The top professionals in the food, wine, and hospitality industries understand this: the committed student of wine must learn […]
Wine Scholar Program™ and Master Somm (CMS) Prep Course Classes are held Mondays, February 10th to March 30th, from 7:30 to 9:30pm Every sommelier knows about Tuscany, Napa, and Bordeaux. To be considered a true aficionado of wine, a deeper level of knowledge is required. Have you studied the wines of Kakheti, Brda, and Franschhoek? Every Master Sommelier […]
There is a $50 Supply Fee for This Class. Learn how to make fresh Gnocchi with Pomodoro Sauce. Learn how to pair your dish with the perfect wine. Enjoy the happy results! Even if you've never boiled water, this friendly, practical pasta cooking class is for you. It gives you the crucial jump-start to become […]
Italy has a well-earned reputation for being one of the world’s best producers of fine wine. Grapes are grown in all parts of the country, from mountainous terrain, volcanic soils, to the Mediterranean coastline. Italians have been master winemakers for centuries, an ancient culture influenced by Greeks, Phoenicians, and Romans. This diversity is why Italy grows […]
It’s becoming common knowledge that Sonoma wines are world-class. Despite being only an hour north of San Francisco, it remains a rural and beautiful wine region. Every year, millions of sommeliers and wine enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to what locals call the "North Bay". They are searching for boutique wineries. They are seeking the wine-equivalent […]
Beer and cheese have a natural affinity for each other: Craft brews transform a meal from everyday to extraordinary, while artisanal cheeses do the same. When combined, it’s an out-of-this-world flavor experience. This class combines the talent of one of Philadelphia’s top beer geeks and beloved cheesemongers for the ultimate class on beer and cheese […]
Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th Earn a complete wine education in a single semester. The Core Wine Course combines our Foundation and Intermediate programs into a unified wine education experience. Plus, the Core Wine Course will save you a sizable amount of tuition. Individually, the Foundation […]
Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th From the Italian peninsula to the docks of Bordeaux, the Intermediate Certificate of Global Wine Studies is a breathtaking exploration into the world of wine. “It is due to the Wine School of Philadelphia that I attended and […]
The First Step For Your Wine Diploma Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 4:30 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th The world of wine is built on the foundation of taste. The top professionals in the food, wine, and hospitality industries understand this: the committed student of wine must learn […]
This accelerated wine program is being held from April 6th to 10th. The entire program is being held in the vineyards of Sonoma. The advanced wine course held exclusively in the vineyards of Sonoma. From Russian River to Dry Creek to Carneros, students will explore America's wine trade directly from the wine cellars and vineyards […]
This accelerated wine program is being held from April 6th to 10th. The entire program is being held in the vineyards of Sonoma. The advanced wine course held exclusively in the vineyards of Sonoma. From Russian River to Dry Creek to Carneros, students will explore America's wine trade directly from the wine cellars and vineyards […]
This accelerated wine program is being held from April 6th to 10th. The entire program is being held in the vineyards of Sonoma. The advanced wine course held exclusively in the vineyards of Sonoma. From Russian River to Dry Creek to Carneros, students will explore America's wine trade directly from the wine cellars and vineyards […]
This accelerated wine program is being held from April 6th to 10th. The entire program is being held in the vineyards of Sonoma. The advanced wine course held exclusively in the vineyards of Sonoma. From Russian River to Dry Creek to Carneros, students will explore America's wine trade directly from the wine cellars and vineyards […]
This accelerated wine program is being held from April 6th to 10th. The entire program is being held in the vineyards of Sonoma. The advanced wine course held exclusively in the vineyards of Sonoma. From Russian River to Dry Creek to Carneros, students will explore America's wine trade directly from the wine cellars and vineyards […]
If you are new to the study of wine this class is for you. Here, you will experience each of the Wine School’s hallmarks: dispelling industry rumors, banishing popular wine myths, and delivering information in an easy-to-understand manner. Developed by a U.C. Davis winemaker and honed over twenty years of teaching experience, it represents a […]
Don’t deny yourself French wines. The lack of Bordeaux and Burgundy in your wine diet is unhealthy and will cause everlasting damage to your psyche. In this online wine class, you will learn about the essential French wine regions and grape varieties. Bordeaux, Burgundy, Languedoc, Loire, Rhone, Alsace: All the great flavors and stories will […]
Invitation Only This is the wine tasting club for Alumni and current students in the Advanced Program. We opened this club for three core reasons. First, we wanted to facilitate the friendships that have been formed within our walls. Supporting continuing education in wine is another core goal. Third, to foster our growing community of […]
You don't need to be book smart to be wine smart. In this class, you'll learn that wine has nothing to do with IQ. It has everything to do with passion and exposure to good wine. You've probably heard the buzzwords. Tannin, Full Body, Crisp. New World. Old World. Finish. Floral. Mineral. The list of wine […]
Spain: It’s hands down the most exciting wine region in the world today. This online wine class will set you off on a journey into Spanish wine. This class cuts through the jargon and complexities to give you an insider's view. You'll learn about the different types of grapes used in Spanish wines, the essential […]
The marriage of wine and cheese is older than dirt, and a whole lot tastier! Crafting the perfect wine and cheese pairing is a skill everyone should have. After all, it's easier than cooking but just as creative. In this class, we introduce wine and cheese pairings that range from the solidly traditional to the […]
Want to discover the grandi classici del vino italiano and explore the viticultural gems in the mezzogiorno? This online wine class that will give you a fantastic overview of Italian wine. Right now, Italy is one of the most compelling wine destinations. The American love affair with Italian wines began a century ago and has only […]
From fortified wines like Port and Banyuls, to late-harvest bottlings such as Sauternes and Tokaji, to the amazing passito styles of Vin Santo del Chianti: what could be more decadent than a two-hour class focused on dessert wines? Some of our favorite and rare sweet wines in the world will be poured! Although we have […]
Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th Earn a complete wine education in a single semester. The Core Wine Course combines our Foundation and Intermediate programs into a unified wine education experience. Plus, the Core Wine Course will save you a sizable amount of tuition. Individually, the Foundation […]
Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th From the Italian peninsula to the docks of Bordeaux, the Intermediate Certificate of Global Wine Studies is a breathtaking exploration into the world of wine. “It is due to the Wine School of Philadelphia that I attended and […]
The First Step For Your Wine Diploma Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 4:30 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th The world of wine is built on the foundation of taste. The top professionals in the food, wine, and hospitality industries understand this: the committed student of wine must learn […]
Dating back nearly 500 years, the winemaking tradition in Chile is one of the oldest in the New World. Today, their wines have sparked tremendous interest by everyone from Master Sommeliers to the casual wine drinker. There is no question as to why: Chile is one of the world's mow important wine-producing countries. In fact, many […]
Bordeaux has long symbolized the apex of fine French wine. They are some of the most delicious and sought-after in the world. Sadly, many books make Bordeaux sound as forbidding as the iron gates of a château. In this highly approachable online wine class, our sommelier-instructors walk you through the essentials. Enjoy an hour of […]
Beer and cheese have a natural affinity for each other: Craft brews transform a meal from everyday to extraordinary, while artisanal cheeses do the same. When combined, it's an out-of-this-world flavor experience. This class combines the talent of one of Philadelphia's top beer geeks and beloved cheesemongers for the ultimate class on beer and cheese […]
We are hosting an epic wine battle! In this very special class, we are pitting Italy versus Spain. These two titans of the wine world are going to wage a wine war to the very end. No cork or glass will be spared. Oh, the humanity! Italy is coming into this wine battle as the clear […]
South America is one of the most exciting places in the wine world right now. From Malbec to Syrah to lesser-known gems like Torrontes and Tannat, South America is a gold mine for delicious, smartly priced wines. We’ll show you how to buy great wine at fantastic prices, all while learning about the really good […]
What is the greatest invention in human history? The pyramids? The Suez canal? The space shuttle? The remote control? We'd argue it was cognac. The distillation of wine, the perfect moment of the Enlightenment: the idea of human rights and cognac were literally distilled at the same moment in history. The current moment in time is devoted […]
Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th Earn a complete wine education in a single semester. The Core Wine Course combines our Foundation and Intermediate programs into a unified wine education experience. Plus, the Core Wine Course will save you a sizable amount of tuition. Individually, the Foundation […]
Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 2:00 - 4:00 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th From the Italian peninsula to the docks of Bordeaux, the Intermediate Certificate of Global Wine Studies is a breathtaking exploration into the world of wine. “It is due to the Wine School of Philadelphia that I attended and […]
The First Step For Your Wine Diploma Sundays, March 8th to May 3rd from 4:30 - 6:30 pm Classes will not be held on April 12th The world of wine is built on the foundation of taste. The top professionals in the food, wine, and hospitality industries understand this: the committed student of wine must learn […]
Our Judgement of Paris wine class pits two of our favorite wine countries in an epic battle of uncorked fury. Our series of VERSUS classes are hugely popular, and this is one of the shining jewels. France was the undisputed heavyweight champ of the wine world until 1976 when California unseated the Gallic winemakers at […]
The marriage of wine & cheese is older than dirt, and a whole lot tastier! Crafting the perfect wine and cheese pairing is a skill everyone should have. After all, it's easier than cooking but just as creative. In this class, we introduce wine and cheese pairings that range from the solidly traditional to the […]
Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican culture that means many things to many people. But to us, it's all about that famous blue agave juice from Jalisco, more commonly known (and heartily consumed) as Tequila. We run this class before every year. It's a Wine School tradition. After all, luxury tequila is one of […]
Welcome to Wine 101 If you are new to the study of wine -- or simply new to the Wine School of Philadelphia -- this class is for you. Here, you will experience each of the Wine School’s hallmarks: dispelling industry rumors, banishing popular wine myths, and delivering information in an easy-to-understand manner. Developed by a […]