Wine Wednesdays

Wines of Burgundy — A Four-Part Journey with Dan Dawson

Few wine regions carry the weight of history and reverence quite like Burgundy. Over four Wednesdays this autumn join Napa Valley wine instructor, writer, and entrepreneur Dan Dawson for an exploration of the vineyards, traditions, and wines that have shaped this storied region for centuries.

Dan will guide you region by region — from Chablis to the Mâconnais — sharing not just what's in the glass, but the land, the classification rules, and the stories behind them. Fresh from his own recent travels through Burgundy, Dan brings a firsthand, current perspective to this deep dive into one of the world's most influential wine regions.

Schedule:

• Wednesday, October 21, 6:00pm to 7:30pm — Top & Bottom: Chablis and Beaujolais
• Wednesday, November 4, 6:00pm to 7:30pm — Côte de Nuits
• Wednesday, November 11, 6:00pm to 7:30pm — Côte de Beaune
• Wednesday, November 18, 6:00pm to 7:30pm — Mâconnais and Côte Chalonnaise

What to Bring:
Please bring at least three wine glasses to each session. If you have Burgundy-style glasses, we'd encourage you to use them — the shape is designed to draw out the aromatic character of these wines, and it makes a noticeable difference in the tasting experience.

Pricing:
$90 per class, or join us for the full four-part series for $325 (a 10% savings).

$10 Cheese Plate add-on (cheese plates must be purchased for individual classes, if you have a four-part series ticket and want a cheese plate with each class then you will need to puchase 4 add-ons)

Seating:
Space is limited to 18 guests per session — early registration is recommended.

Participant Requirements:

Kindly bring your own glassware (preferably 4-6 glasses); spit cups will be provided. Given the limited seating capacity, purchasing tickets early is strongly encouraged.

All attendees must be 21 or older to participate in this event. By purchasing tickets, you confirm that you are 21 or older and acknowledge responsibility for complying with all laws and regulations regarding the consumption of alcoholic beverages. A valid ID will be required to participate.

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Message in the Bottle: A Guide to Tasting Wine — with Tim Gaiser & Paul Wagner

NVC Viticulture and Winery Technology instructor instructor Paul Wagner will interview Tim Gaiser, Message in the Bottle: A Guide to Tasting Wine & master sommelier, and explore the topics of blind tasting, food and wine today, and "did that really happen?"

Schedule:

• Wednesday, October 28, 5:00pm to 6:30pm

Pricing:
$35

Seating:
Space is limited to 35 guests — early registration is recommended.

Participant Requirements:

Kindly bring your own glassware (preferably 4-6 glasses); spit cups will be provided. Given the limited seating capacity, purchasing tickets early is strongly encouraged.

All attendees must be 21 or older to participate in this event. By purchasing tickets, you confirm that you are 21 or older and acknowledge responsibility for complying with all laws and regulations regarding the consumption of alcoholic beverages. A valid ID will be required to participate.