Programs

This class is for novice wine drinkers who want to know more about the world of wine. You will be introduced to some basic styles
of wines, principal grape varietals, where grapes are grown, what wine is, how wine is made, how to properly taste wine and even
some food pairing. Each class will be interactive and fun and include practice at wine tasting. So, if you know very little about wine
and want to know more, this class is perfect for you.
Session 1: Wine basics. We’ll answer these questions. What is wine? Where are grapes grown? How is wine made? What are the
main styles of wine? What are the main wine varieties?
Session 2: White Wines: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Riesling
Session 3: Red Wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah (Shiraz)
Session 4: Rose (Blush) Wines:
Session 5: Sparkling Wines: Champagne, Cava and Prosecco and American Sparkling Wines
Session 6: Dessert and/or Fortified Wines. Review of class
The class will be taught by Cindy Wilson Dillard. Cindy has had an interest in wine for over 40 years. She has visited Napa, Sonoma,
and Central Coast (Monterey/Carmel) wineries and local vineyards here in Ohio and on her travels. She enjoys reading about
wine and talking to others about it, and she hopes to travel to old-world wineries during retirement. Cindy has earned a Level II in
Wine and Spirits with WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust.)