Wine Course




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Wine Course

What: We offer an 8-week introductory wine course on Monday nights beginning October 6, 2008. Each session will include a lecture followed by a tasting and discussion. The course assumes no real wine knowledge, just a palate for dry wines and a thirst for knowledge (and wine!). We may start with the basics, but we will cover a lot of material, so even if you are knowledgeable about wine, you won't be bored. After the first week (introductory topics - how grapes are grown and how wine is made, serving, storage, etc.), the course is organized geographically. If you would like some references, I can put you in touch with several people who have already taken the course.

   Week 1 - Introductory Topics
   Week 2 - American Wines (Part 1)
   Week 3 - American Wines (Part 2)
   Week 4 - French Wines - Bordeaux and Loire
   Week 5 - French Wines - Alsace, Burgundy, Rhone, etc.
   Week 6 - Italian Wines
   Week 7 - Wines of the World - Spain, Germany, Australia, Chile, etc.
   Week 8 - Sparkling Wines - Champagne and other bubblies

How Much: The cost is approximately $175. The tuition portion is about $100. In addition, please bring a check or cash ($75) to the first class to cover the cost of the wines we will be tasting.

When: The course begins October 6th and will be held on Monday evenings from 7 pm to 9 pm. It is scheduled to end November 26th, but keep December 1st open as a "rain date" in case we have to cancel a session for some reason.

How to enroll: Enrollment is handled by the Ridgewood Community School (201-670-2659) and will begin August 25th. The class is limited to 25 people and fills up quickly, so don't wait until the last minute to enroll.

Where: Classes will be held at Christ Church, 105 Cottage Place (corner of Franklin Ave), Ridgewood, NJ

What else:
1. Bring your own wine glass to each class!
2. Please arrive promptly.
3. I will try to bring some cheese and bread, but don't count on me for dinner.
4. Please DO NOT BRING YOUR CELLPHONE. Leave it in your car, or at least remember to turn it off before the class starts.
5. If you have further questions, e-mail Joel at beekman@conversent.net or call at 201-445-0712.

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E-Mail: beekman@conversent.net