Don't Miss This Opportunity!

Next week, Thursday, November 12th from 7:00 to 8:30, the Eugene Wine School will be hosting a free preview tasting for the upcoming classes!  Phillip will be sampling various wines in a meet and greet atmosphere.  Think of it as a get to know you with wine.  Also, if you sign up for the classs during the preview, a discount on the classes is available!  Don't miss a chance to save a little coin and sample some free wine.

The Eugene Wine School announces its first class offerings starting in January!

Phillip J. Patti will be teaching wine courses for:


·      Anyone interested in learning about wine in a relaxed, fun setting

·      Individuals wanting to broaden their knowledge of wine from around the world

·      Servers, foodies, restaurant owners

·      Sommelier exams preparation



The Schedule:

The Basics of Wine

Session I: 5 weeks- January 4-February 1, 2010

MONDAYS 7:00-8:30 PM          $190

Nib Dessert and Wine Bar



Session II: 5 weeks- February 9- March 9, 2010

TUESDAYS 7:00-8:30 PM           $190

Nib Dessert and Wine Bar



In The Basics of Wine we will spend the five weeks talking about the history of winemaking around the world, basic wine production, all the major wine producing regions of the world, and how to taste wine for quality and unique flavors. In each class session, we will taste 5-7 wines, enjoy and discuss them, and have some time for questions.



Intermediate Wine Course

5 weeks- February 8-March 8, 2010

MONDAYS 7:00-8:30 PM           $190

Nib Dessert and Wine Bar



The Intermediate Wine Course will build on the Basics of Wine Course. We will delve deeper into the winemaking process and into lesser-known wine producing regions, as well as broaden our knowledge of the more well-known regions. Our tastings will, likewise, take us farther afield and stretch our palettes.



Single-Night Tasting Seminars:



Hearty Winter Red Wines

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

7:00- 8:30 PM           $45

Nib Dessert and Wine Bar



Hearty Winter Reds will be a one-night seminar devoted to the red wines that are appropriate to these colder months. We will explore some classic wines, and touch on some lesser known- but equally appealing- heavy-weighted reds.



Food and Wine Pairing 101

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

7:00- 8:30 PM           $55

Nib Dessert and Wine Bar



Food and Wine Pairing 101 will go over the basics of pairing wine with food. I will share the principles of matching acidity, weight, and sweetness in the wines with the foods they are to accompany. We will sample some classic food and wine pairings, and discuss ways to heighten the experience of eating and drinking.



The first round of courses will take place at Nib Dessert and Wine Bar! www.nibdesserts.com

Nib is located at: 769 Monroe Street in Eugene.



To Register using a credit card:

Return the attached form filled out to : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax to 541-345-8890



To Register using cash or a check:

Send the attached form filled out to:

The Eugene Wine School

P.O. Box 3921

Eugene, OR 97403