Winston’s Restaurant at Sullivan University (3101 Bardstown Road) will introduce a new series of monthly wine tasting classes on Thursday, Jan. 26. Southern Wine and Spirits will kick off Winston’s Wine Academy with a presentation on the wines of Southern California from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The price per person is $25, which includes five tasting portions of the featured wines, light snacks and instructional materials. Winston’s Wine Academy will be held on one Thursday evening per month, and each class will feature a different region. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Winston’s Restaurant at (502) 456-0980.
Experts from area wine distributors, including Vintner Select and Republic National will lead Winston’s Wine Academy by providing geographic, historical and winery-specific facts. Guests will also be educated about tasting techniques that maximize any wine experience.
Winston’s Wine Academy Dates:
Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012
Northern California
6 – 7:30 p.m.
$25 per person
Guest Speaker: Joey Aavig, Southern Wines and Spirits
Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012
South America: Chile and Argentina
6 – 7:30 PM
$25 per person
Guest Speaker: David Dubou, Vintner Select
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Oregon
6 – 7:30 PM
$25 per person
Guest Speaker: Will Albert, Republic National