American History in 8 Glasses
Learn about American history in a way only the Wine School can offer. From the favorite wines of our Founding Fathers; to the first beers brewed in the American colonies; to the original spirits of Philadelphia. This is a class that will give you a whole new look at...Wine and Chocolate Pairing
Wine and chocolate are natural partners. Pairing chocolate with sympathetic wine flavors will make your mouth happier than it’s ever been. In this special class, we are pairing our favorite chocolates with some of our favorite wine styles. You (and your mom)...BBQ Smackdown: Wine Versus Beer!
It’s a beer and wine pairing competition and your palate is the judge. With four courses of hickory-smoked deliciousness you taste all the pairings and cast your vote. In this friendly competition, one of the city’s top sommeliers is pitted against a...The Top Wines for Springtime
Springtime is filled with wonderful flavors and scents. The asparagus and fava beans at the local farmer’s markets. The sweet almond scent of white Forsythia flowers… and the taste of a perfect springtime wine. Expand the glory of the season by attending...Upcoming Wine Classes
Wine Smarts!
4:30 pm on October 2nd
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.Tonight, you will learn how to taste and talk like a natural-born sommelier. You will gain
Wines of Israel
7:30 pm on October 6th
The Wines of Israel class.
Previous Classes Featuring Wines of Israel
Wines of Israel & Lebanon
The class starts in Israel 1. Ella Valley Vineyards 2010 Chardonnay, Ella Valleythen to Lebanon 1. Chateau Musar 2010 Jeune, Bekaa Valley2. Chateau Kefraya 2009 Les Breteches, Bekaa Valley<
Belgian Beer Experience
7:30 pm on October 7th
Eventually, every passionate beer lover takes a class on Belgian beer. After all, the beers are spellbindingly unique and diverse. It's incredible that a country half the size of Pennsylvania sports more indigenous beer styles than anywhere else in the world.In this class, you will experience the essential Belgian beer styles; and learn
Discover Your Wine Style
7:30 pm on October 20th
We know that choices in a wine store or on a wine list can be intimidating, and this class is designed to take the mystery out of the age-old question: will I like that wine? In this class, you will discover your personal wine style through a series of tastings.This is a two
Sommelier Smackdown
7:30 pm on October 26th
The Wine School's signature event!Imagine two of the city's top wine professionals competing to create the perfect food & wine pairing...and all for you! We pit one of Philadelphia's top sommeliers against one of our wine educators. Attendees sample each of food & wine pairings, then choose the winner.Past
Cooking Class with Wine Pairings
7:30 pm on October 27th
A cooking class like no other. In this class, our top chef teams up with one of our top sommeliers. Together they craft a seasonal and satisfying menu for the night, with a focus on farm-to-table ingredients.The class includes a cooking demonstration of each dish, along with a full description of the