Schedule:
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 (1 P.M.): Discovering Marsannay Masterclass with Monika Bielka-Vescovi, dipWSET and NVWA Director
Marsannay is the only appellation Village which produces wines from all three colours. Their typicity is that of the Côte de Nuits, and their style resemble that of their neighbouring appellations Fixin and Gevrey-Chambertin. Join Monika Bielka-Vescovi, IMW stage 2 candidate and Director of Napa Valley Wine Academy for this insightful Masterclass.
Thursday, July 14, 2022 (6 P.M.): Winemaking for non-winemakers with Kryss Speegle MW
You know how, when and where wine is made – want to dig deeper? Go beyond the traditional chronology of winemaking with this masterclass and explore decisions that drive quality and style. We will cover key concepts such as skin contact, oxygen and blending, and how the diversity of approaches around them impacts the wines we love. Wines will be served alongside the discussion.
6 PM arrival, 6:15 start.
Thursday, August 25, 2022 (6 P.M.): Discover Sake with Eduardo Dingler
Sake an emerging category with steady growth in the United States in the last couple decades with exponential appeal and versatility that transcends Japanese cuisine. In this masterclass we will do a deep dive into production, history, regionality and diversity. We will demystify this ancient beverage and enjoy a wide range.
6 PM arrival, 6:15 start.
Thursday, September 15, 2022 (6 P.M.): American Wine Expert with Peter Marks MW
From coast to coast and every state in between, wine production throughout the USA is a thing. Having discovered the amazing diversity of great wines in our Napa Valley Wine Academy’s American Wine Expert course, we bring you the finest examples live and share with you how the American wine culture is here to stay.
6 PM arrival, 6:15 start.
Monday, September 19, 2022 (7 P.M.): Napa Valley and the Evolution of Cabernet Sauvignon with Mollie Battenhouse MW
Epicruean Hotel, Tampa, Florida. Theatre room
Join Mollie Battenhouse, Master of Wine, and the Napa Valley Wine Academy on a journey through Napa Valley and the Evolution of Cabernet Sauvignon. Find out how Napa Cabernet Sauvignon became a powerhouse wine.
Presentation and tasting of 6-7 wines as well as a charcuterie tray.
Friday, October 28, 2022 (6 P.M.): Champagne Day with Monika Bielka-Vescovi, dipWSET and NVWA Director
We know that the world of champagne can be a little confusing. That’s why we created this event for you. You will learn about all the different types of champagne, from single varietal to blends and nonvintage to vintage. You will also get an opportunity to taste them all!
This event will teach you everything you need to know about this iconic drink so that when it's time for your own celebration, you'll feel confident ordering a bottle of this famous bubbly for yourself or your guests. And if all else fails, we've got some great ideas on how to make any day feel like Champagne Day!
Psst. We will serve delicious food bites with Champagne.
6 PM arrival, 6:15 start.
Thursday, November 17, 2022 (6 P.M.): Native Italian Grape Varieties with Monika Bielka-Vescovi, dipWSET and NVWA Director
Italy is not only home to some of the most popular wine grape varieties in the world, it is also home to over 500 unique and lesser-known grapes. In this class, you’ll explore some of Italy’s most interesting native grape varieties and learn about their history and potential for wine production. This class covers from Nebbiolo & Aglianico to Timorasso, Freisa, Nosiola, Nerello Mascalese plus wild mushroom pairings for each variety!
6 PM arrival, 6:15 start.
Thursday, December 8, 2022 (6 P.M.): How Sweet It Is! Most Famous Sweet Wines of the World with Peter Marks MW
Sweet wines just do not get the respect they deserve! But with the holidays upon us, there is no better time to find out why these wines are so special, where they come from, how they are made and taste some of the world’s finest examples. We’ll drop a hint – d’Yquem, Vin de Constance, Tokaji Essencia, Ruster Ausbruch, Trockenbeerenauslese plus many more!
6 PM arrival, 6:15 start.
What you need to know about these Master Classes
- All tastings are sit-down lecture format with a definitive start time
- You will be led through a tasting of 6 to 8 wines and learn a lot.
- All tastings will end at 8 P.M.
- Purchasing tickets ahead of time is recommended.
