Join former New York City Wine Director Chris Struck for a red wine-filled tour of America's beautiful Pacific Northwest. We’ll explore both famous and under-the-radar regions of Oregon and Washington—tasting and talking through terroir and how it came to pass. Using multiple international red grape varieties as our lens, we'll see how historic geologic events led to fascinating soil types that are found nowhere else in the world, and discuss what that means for the wines' sense of place.
Classes are 2 hours long, including a Q&A session with Astor Center Instructor, Chris Struck.
What you can expect:
- 1 Welcome wine
- 6 Tasting pours of red wines from the US Pacific Northwest.
- Palate cleansing bread and cheese.
What you will learn:
- Taste profiles of the main red wine producing grapes of Washington and Oregon
- History of American wine regions.
- About major varietals, production styles, and wine classifications in the United States.
- How approachable and more affordable wines of the Pacific Northwest compare to Old World wines.
Level: Beginner – Beyond Basics Intermediate Imbibing
Style: Guided wine tasting
Food Served: cheese and bread
Good for: Wine Enthusiasts, Wine Curious, American Wine Education, Fun with Friends
What people are saying about this instructor:
“Chris was knowledgeable, friendly, and a great teacher. Amazing experience..”