Always telling yourself you want to learn a little more about wine or broaden your wine horizons? Maybe you’re interested in the difference between Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Pinotage? Learning some basics like understanding the different wine grape varieties, what to expect from different regions and how to read a wine label will enhance your wine experience and enjoyment 100-fold in the coming year. Not to mention, reading and finally understanding the wine list and recommending options for your friends is satisfying and fun!
If you’re really hard core about wine, you might be interested in studying for a certification and become a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), or you may simply be interested in learning about Italian wines one week or Spanish wines the next. Either way, the Atlanta Wine School is the authority on wine education in the Southeast and offers all types of classes for all levels of expertise. Click here to see the current courses available and sign up today! Look for a wine school near you.
Another way to learn more about wine is to attend more wine tastings. Many restaurants, wine shops and bars offer such an experience and are often themed from month to month. Here are a couple of favorites in the Atlanta area, but feel free to locate other options at LocalWineEvents.com at any time.
- Join Chris Gaither, the People’s Sommelier, at Parish in Inman Park every other Wednesday. Chris puts a fun twist on his tastings and is very entertaining. Yet, he is very serious about wine and you’ll leave dazzled and enthused. Address: 240 N. Highland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307
- Muss & Turners in the Vinings offers a tasting every Tuesday night in a laid back atmosphere. Ryan Turner himself often hosts these events. Address: 1675 Cumberland Pkwy, Ste 309, Smyrna, GA 30080
- Sherlock’s in Brookhaven offers free tastings every Saturday from 3 – 5p. Address: 4062 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA. 30319
Make wine a priority and a source of inspiration for you this coming year.
Cheers!
YES! This is the years I finally tale the two (non service) Sommelier courses here in Seattle! Thanks for reminding me to get my butt in gear Ed. (@SeattleWineGal)
Ed, sounds like some great stuff is happening in Hotlanta! I’ve made a comittment to explore new wine this year too. I’m joining the wine century challenge. Currently I’m only at 42 and would like to be closer to 70 by the end of the year.
Great post! Talk to you online! Josh
Sounds great you guys… keep me in the loop as you go through your classes. I just started class #4 of 5 for my UC-Davis winemaker certificate focused on wine stability and sensory analysis.
Josh: keep up the good work on the grapes. I am up to around 70 now and hope to complete 100 this year.
Cheers!