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Discover the fascinating world of Pinot Noir and explore its diverse expressions from around the globe in this immersive wine tasting experience. Delve into the unique terroirs and production methods that shape the flavors of this beloved grape variety, all while enjoying palate-cleansing bites of bread and cheese. Expand your wine knowledge and find out which Pinot Noir regions speak to your taste buds in this guided tasting session.

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Pizza Making (Includes Wine)

Pizza Making (Includes Wine)

Murray's Cheese See all classes by this school @ 254 Bleecker St, New York, NY

Master the art of pizza making in this hands-on workshop led by expert instructors. Learn to knead, stretch, and top your dough with premium ingredients before baking your creation to perfection. Enjoy the process from start to finish, with expert guidance and continuous pours of wine to complement your handmade masterpiece. Plus, take home a batch of dough to continue your culinary adventure.

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Sparkling Wine Uncorked: A Bubbly Adventure

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Pop, fizz, clink! Dive into the world of sparkling wines in this 2-hour class, where you'll explore everything from Champagne to Pet Nats, learning about production methods, tasting techniques, and how to talk about the bubbles you love (and the ones you don’t).

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The History of Wine in 7 Glasses

Astor Center
4.7 77 reviews

Trace the fascinating history of wine from its ancient origins in the Caucasus to the traditions, classifications, and innovations that shape the industry today. Through guided tastings and engaging storytelling, discover how trade, religion, politics, and unexpected discoveries influenced the grapes, regions, and winemaking practices we know today.

  • Beginner
  • 21 and older
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  • 23 E 4th St, New York, NY
  • 2 hours
The History of Wine in 7 Glasses
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From ancient clay pots to modern stainless steel tanks, the evolution of wine is nothing short of fascinating. Every glass carries traces of monks, merchants, wars, and accidents spanning thousands of years. The first fermented grapes appeared in the Caucasus; the rules that still govern how wine is made and sold today came centuries later. The wine world wasn't built by chance. Join us for a journey through the key moments that shaped wine as we know it.

Class is 2 hours long, featuring an interactive format, with questions expert instructor Vitalii Dascaliuc.

What you can expect:

  • 1 Welcome wine
  • 6 Tasting pours tracing key moments in wine history.
  • Palate cleansing bread and cheese
  • A 20% discount on all wines tasted to use in-store after class

What you will learn:

  • How trade, religion, and politics shaped wine
  • Where today's major grapes and regions came from
  • Why certain wine rules and classifications exist
  • How old accidents and innovations still shape the wine in your glass

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Style: Presentation + Tasting

Refund Policy

All class purchases are non-refundable.

Class reservations can be exchanged up to 72 hours prior to the date of the class for another class of equal or lesser value. Classes may also be transferred to another attendee by emailing [email protected] 24 hours before the start of the class.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.


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Astor Center

Astor Center is a modern educational hub located above Astor Wines & Spirits. With a state-of-the-art tasting room and learning facility, it offers public programming that combines education and entertainment and access to unique wines, craft spirits, and expertly crafted cocktails.

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