Join Erin Rooney, an accredited Wine Professional and past Wine Executive for an in person or virtual educational event designed to build your confidence with wine and to equip you with the knowledge to confidently open, taste, pour and enjoy wine. Each guest will receive a selection of 4 wines that we will taste together to learn about some of the key varietals. You will also be tasting some different foods with your wines to understand more about the cause and effect certain foods can have on wine and some wine/food pairing tips. You will enjoy Erin’s friendly and approachable style and there will be many opportunities for questions along the way. This event will be approximately 1.5 hours

Learn to understand and appreciate the many beautiful sparkling wines from around the world. You will learn the differences in how they are made, the grapes used, best pairings and which sparkling wines are best for which occassions. We will taste together through 5 different sparkling wines finishing with Champagne but you will leave this course with the knowledge of how to enjoy sparkling well beyond the world of just Prosecco and Champagne.

Learn to appreciate the many styles of the worlds most popular grape. From the lean and austere Chabils to the beautiful fruit forward wines of Chile to the rich and creamy chardonnay's of California and France - you will leave with an appreciation for all but a better understanding of your palette and your favourite style of this beautiful and versatile grape.

Learn to understand and appreciate the different ways Rose's are made, the different regions it comes from and the impact that has on both taste and colour and some of the best food pairngs for this fabulous wine! Together we will taste through 4 rose's.

Discover the rich and exciting world of red wine in this fun, beginner-friendly 90-minute course. You’ll explore four distinct reds—two from Europe and two from the New World—designed to highlight the key differences in style, flavor, and winemaking traditions. We might taste the elegance of a classic French Bordeaux and the bold character of an Italian Chianti, then contrast them with the vibrant fruitiness of a Californian Cabernet and the smooth, spicy notes of an Argentinian Malbec. Along the way, you’ll learn the basics of tasting, pairing, and selecting red wines, all in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for anyone looking to build confidence and enjoy wine with ease.

Dive into the refreshing world of white wine with this relaxed, beginner-friendly 90-minute course. You’ll taste four distinct whites—two from Europe and two from the New World—that showcase a variety of styles and flavors. As an example, we could experience a rich, full-bodied Alsatian Pinot Gris and turn to the aromatic elegance of a German Riesling, then explore the vibrant citrus of a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and the rich, creamy notes of a Californian Chardonnay. Along the way, you’ll learn the essentials of tasting, food pairing, and choosing white wines, all in a fun and approachable setting. Ideal for those eager to enjoy and appreciate white wine with confidence.

Learn to appreciate the best of our local wines - taste through the varietals Ontario and BC do best and how to pair them locally. Together we will taste through 5 wines.