Wine Classes
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How to Taste & Talk Wine
Our introductory class. This is where your journey begins! Shopping for wine can be intimidating and overwhelming. Finding wines that are perfect for you begins with understanding the characteristics in wine that appeal to you most.
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Familiar Grapes, Unfamiliar Places
You’re familiar with Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. What about Sancerre, Chablis, Bordeaux and Burgundy… all made from these very same grapes? An eye-opening comparison of Old and New World wines.
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Tour del Nord Italia
Skip Tuscany. Discover the amazing wine regions of Northern Italy. Learn how climate and elevation influence these regions while exploring some of the local grapes and unique winemaking practices.
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Bubbles, Bubbles and More Bubbles
Develop a passion for sparkling wines through an exploration of Champagne, Franciacorta, Cava, Prosecco and others. Learn how specific grapes and production techniques influence these sparklers.
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Grapes of Spain
Spain is oh-so-much more than Tempranillo. With more land planted with grapevines than any other country, it’s no surprise that Spain offers an exciting amount of diversity in its wines. Join us as we explore the grapes of Spain including some less familiar, but important, varieties.
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Chile–Argentina
Chile and Argentina are neighboring countries and their wines often get lumped into one category. But the terroir and growing environments in both could not be more different. Learn about the primary grapes grown, the differences between these regions and try wines side-by-side to experience these differences.
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Pinot Noir
With autumn comes the transition to red wines. Join us for a study on one of our favorites, PinotNoir. Learn what makes this grape challenging to grow in the vineyard and why you’ll often pay a few more dollars for quality expressions. Taste Pinot Noirs from around the world including a white Pinot Noir. (Yes, you read that correctly!)
Tastings + Special Events
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Oct. 9 - Fall Wine Tasting & Sale (Westerville)
With autumn comes the transition to red wines. Join us for a study on one of our favorites, Pinot Noir. Learn what makes this grape challenging to grow in the vineyard and why you’ll often pay a few more dollars for quality expressions. You’ll taste Pinot Noirs from around the world including a white Pinot Noir. (Yes, you read that correctly!) Includes 7 wines and perfectly paired gourmet cheeses and snacks.
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Dec. 2 - Holiday Wine Tasting & Sale (Westerville)
Get holiday-ready with a curated tasting and sale at The Ria Room in Westerville. Samples wines from around the globe while nibbling on gourmet snacks. All wines will be available at state minimum pricing, so this is a great time to stock up for Christmas, New Years and other holidays. Each session runs 90 minutes.
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Sept. 5 - Pairings Made in Heaven - Jeni's Ice Cream (Dublin)
Sinfully satisfying! With Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, MySOMM is hosting an exclusive wine-and-ice cream event that combines two guilty pleasures into one amazing night of pairings. You’ll enjoy 3 different Jeni’s Street Treats ice cream cups, each paired with a wine. Seats are limited - register today!
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Nov. 4 - Yoga + Wine (Gahanna)
A combination for relaxation. We’ll start with 45 minutes of yoga suitable for all levels (especially beginners!) led by Heather Badger, RYT-500 certified Yoga teacher. Then, toast to life and good company with WSET® Certified Sommelier David Kusz, who will guide our wine tasting and provide light education. Includes yoga instruction, wine tasting and snacks. Advance registration required. Class takes place at Crossfit Gahanna, 145 S. Stygler Road, Gahanna, OH 43230. Approximately 2 hours.