WINE ACADEMY
Explore the world one glass at a time.
Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy welcomes you into our living room to enjoy some of the finest wines from around the world, and to learn about the people, places, and history that have made it for centuries.
Pane e Vino Wine Bar & Academy offers a range of wine education classes and special tasting events. Wine Passport Series classes can be purchased as an entire group or individually. Pop-Up Classes will be announced both on the website and via social media so make sure to follow us. We also offer classes for the service industry and can do private classes/corporate tastings for groups of up to 20 guests.
UPCOMING EVENTS / CLASSES
WINE PASSPORT SERIES
Wine Passport Series classes focus on a single country, region, varietal, or wine style and dive deep into the flavor profiles, geography, and backgrounds that make the wines what they are. Passport Series classes include tastings of 6 premium wines, cheese and bread plates, and often some special surprises.
Fall 2022 Wine Passport Series Classes
Wines of Spain, November 28
Sparkling Wine, December 4
Past Wine Passport Series Classes
Wines of France: Burgundy
Wines of France: Bordeaux
Wines of France: Rhône Valley
Wines of France: Loire Valley
Wines of Italy: Tuscany
Wines of Italy: Piemonte
Wines of Italy: Veneto & Northern Italy
Wines of Italy: Sicily & Southern Italy
Grape by Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape by Grape: Chardonnay
Grape by Grape: Syrah & Shiraz
Grape by Grape: Pinot Noir
WINE 101 CLASSES
Would you like to learn more about the basics of wine and wine tasting? Wine 101 classes will explore the foundational elements of wine tasting, with classes providing a full overview of the tasting process, as well as classes dedicated to the singular elements that make wine what it is: alcohol, acid, tannin, fruit, other flavor components, and winemaking basics. Wine 101 Classes are meant for people with any level of experience, from casual wine enthusiasts to seasoned collectors and travelers!
Past Wine 101 Classes
The 5 S’s: Wine Tasting Basics
Tannin
Acid Trip
Finding the Flavors, Part 1 (Primary / Secondary Flavors)
Fall 2022 Wine 101 Classes
Wine 101, Wine Tasting Basics, September 26
SERVICE INDUSTRY CLASSES
We are pleased to offer classes for restaurants and bars who are interested in having their staff trained to provide higher-level service and gain knowledge and tools to help boost the quality of the guest experience. Classes will be catered to your specific needs and requests. Classes are scheduled by appointment and can be held at the East Lawrence Wine Academy or in your own space.
Wine List Development / Cellar Management
Boost profits by crafting a wine list that not only complements your cuisine, but also entices customers to purchase more wine. I can work with you to redesign/restructure your current offerings, or to help create a new list for your restaurant concept featuring wines from around the world that fit with your individual tastes.
Pricing: rates negotiated based on work requested
Staff Training & Education
Create an enhanced experience for your customers by giving your staff the knowledge and skills to confidently navigate your wine list and engage with clients. Understanding the basics of the world’s wine regions and grapes will help them to promote and sell wine on the floor. They will also receive guidance in proper service of both still and sparkling wines. Trainings, including guided tastings, can be hosted in your establishment or at the East Lawrence Wine Academy & Tasting Room.
Pricing: $250 for 2 hours plus wine costs
additional hours $50/hour