French Wine Essentials Course
This intermediate-level course offers an in-depth and expansive exploration of France’s most iconic wines. Dive into France’s best vineyards, learn about the country’s historic grapes, and discover how these wines intertwine with the history, cuisine, and culture of France.
All learning is underscored with guided tasting of iconic and delicious French wines!
What’s included in this immersive and in-depth class:
Two days of fun and interactive learning guided by a phenomenal educator
Guided tasting of classic French wine styles to amplify your learning
Course textbook complete with maps, photos and detailed content shipped to you before your course begins
An optional 50-question exam with certificate upon passing
Dates and Location:
Sundays, July 13 and 20, 2025; 10:00am to 4:00pm
Optional Exam: End of class on July 20, 2025
Location TBA: DeLille Cellars, Woodinville WA
Spring 2025 - dates TBA; 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Optional Exam: after course completion
The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR.
This intermediate-level course offers an in-depth and expansive exploration of France’s most iconic wines. Dive into France’s best vineyards, learn about the country’s historic grapes, and discover how these wines intertwine with the history, cuisine, and culture of France.
All learning is underscored with guided tasting of iconic and delicious French wines!
What’s included in this immersive and in-depth class:
Two days of fun and interactive learning guided by a phenomenal educator
Guided tasting of classic French wine styles to amplify your learning
Course textbook complete with maps, photos and detailed content shipped to you before your course begins
An optional 50-question exam with certificate upon passing
Dates and Location:
Sundays, July 13 and 20, 2025; 10:00am to 4:00pm
Optional Exam: End of class on July 20, 2025
Location TBA: DeLille Cellars, Woodinville WA
Spring 2025 - dates TBA; 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Optional Exam: after course completion
The Wine & Spirit Archive, 3319 SE 50th Ave, Portland, OR.
Who should take this course:
The French Wine Essentials Course is appropriate for both wine professionals and inquisitive enthusiasts. Accessible to all levels, this class offers a strong foundation for understanding French wine regions, grapes, and wine styles.
About the Instructors:
In Portland: This course is taught by Cheryl Wakerhauser. Cheryl is a certified French Wine Scholar, Champagne Master, author of Modern French Pastry, owner of Pix Patisserie, and recipient of the best Champagne and Sparkling wine list in the world for 9 years in a row!
In Seattle: This course is taught by Tanya Morning Star, one of the Pacific Northwest’s most esteemed wine educators. Tanya is a Bourgogne Wine Ambassador, Champagne Wine Ambassador, and in 2018 was named French Wine Scholar Educator of the Year. In addition to teaching throughout the Pacific Northwest, Tanya also regularly guides students on educational trips throughout Italy and France.
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