Join us for part 6 of our 10 part wine seminar series where we uncork the stories behind 80 iconic wines from the world’s most celebrated regions.

Long ocean voyages in hot, cargo holds, and rolling seas led to the discovery and refinement of fortified wines which accompanied sailors around the globe, the discovery of the New World, and the wine that toasted to the formation of America.

In this session we'll explore the unusual discovery of fortification and the most important fortified wines today including Port, Madeira, Sherry, and other fortified wines around the globe.

Join in anytime! Each seminar stands alone so if you've missed one or more of the series segments, you won't be lost. We'll be offering this series on a rotating basis so you'll be able to catch up on the other stops in the near future.

Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious enthusiast, you'll deepen your knowledge, refine your palate, and gain a deeper appreciation of the artistry in every bottle. Explore the globe, one wine at a time — no passport required.

No prior experience required!!!

Central Coast School of Wine's Open Tasting Group session for anyone interested in sharpening their tasting skills or preparing for a WSET or Court of Master Sommelier's Exam.

Our tasting groups are fun, lively and conversational with the group sharing and comparing their impressions of each wine before we reveal each one. A great networking opportunity and a chance to learn about wines from around the world in a casual, conversational format. Limited to 12 seats per session.

It's the holiday season and what better time to pop a few bottles of bubbly and discover what makes this wine region so famous and synonomous with celebration. Join us for a 90+ minute taste-and-learn discussion of the history and appellation structure of Champagne as we explore how this complex wine went from evil villain to the hero of good times and celebration around the globe.

Join us for part 7 of our 10 part wine seminar series where we uncork the stories behind 80 iconic wines from the world’s most celebrated regions.

Shortly after the discovery of the "New World" Conquistadors and Missionaries rushed to bring wine grapes to this wild and untamed land. The first place grapes were established was in modern day Chile in the 1530's. From this launching point, grapes made their way across the Andes to (modern day) Argentina, Uruguay, Peru, Mexico, and into the United States. In this session, we'll follow the wine grape's humble beginnings in Chile through to North America and discover the grapes and regions that owe their roots in the Americas to these early pioneers.

Join in anytime! Each seminar stands alone so if you've missed one or more of the series segments, you won't be lost. We'll be offering this series on a rotating basis so you'll be able to catch up on the other stops in the near future.

Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious enthusiast, you'll deepen your knowledge, refine your palate, and gain a deeper appreciation of the artistry in every bottle. Explore the globe, one wine at a time — no passport required.

Tucked in the upper Northeast corner of France, Alsace as a compicated past. Fortunately, its wines and appellations are uncomplicated and amazing, showing off depth and complexity in contrast to what should be a cold, difficult place to grow wine grapes (but isn't...) Jopin us for a 90+ minute taste-and-learn discussion of Alsace and its "Noble" wines and why the grapes here bathe in warmth and sun despite the relatively high northern latitude.

Join us for part 8 of our 10 part wine seminar series where we uncork the stories behind 80 iconic wines from the world’s most celebrated regions.

In the 1830's a young viticulturist and politician from Scotland made his way to the far reaches of the British Empire in the South Pacific. Among the important items he brought with him on his journey were cuttings of wine grapes from the warm mediterranean region of the Southern Rhône on a hunch they might thrive in the warm Australian farmlands. His hunch paid off and Australia (and New Zealand) have since grown to become world class wine regions. Join us for the story of James Busby's founding of two incredible wine regions on the other side of the world and the wines that captivate enthusiasts around the globe.

Join in anytime! Each seminar stands alone so if you've missed one or more of the series segments, you won't be lost. We'll be offering this series on a rotating basis so you'll be able to catch up on the other stops in the near future.

Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious enthusiast, you'll deepen your knowledge, refine your palate, and gain a deeper appreciation of the artistry in every bottle. Explore the globe, one wine at a time — no passport required.