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Alrighty...birthday month is coming down the ole pipeline and in the spirit of celebrating, I am doing a couple of my favorite events: Chocolate and wine and cheese and wine. Read on...

 WSET Level 2
 Enrolling for April 10th

WSET lgo The Spring series of the level 2 is official. We have a new venue party, The San Diego Wine and Culinary Center, who will be our host this time around. The schedule is as follows: Saturdays, April 10th, 17th, 24th, May 1st from 10am-2pm. Exam on May 15th. For enrollment information, email me or visit my website for more information: www.winesmarties.com

The WSET courses are ideal for wine and spirits enthusiasts, professionals, or those interested in entering the industry. For professionals and consumers alike, the WSET provides an easy to understand, professional approach to learning about each wine region in a comprehensive way. You will also learn learn how to systematically taste wines in a way that sets you apart. Its certifications are internationally recognized credentials that can be applied throughout the wine industry, not just to specific segments such as restaurants. If you wish to pursue the Master of Wine accreditation, WSET serves as an acknowledged feeder program to prepare you for that pursuit.

The WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines and Spirits The WSET Intermediate Certificate is intended as vocational training in product knowledge for those employed in the beverage industry, and those who have some previous knowledge of wines and spirits. The course is also appropriate for those not employed in the industry but have a serious interest in wine, and wish to broaden their knowledge in a structured way. The Intermediate Certificate course covers the wines and spirits of the world and is followed by a one-hour multiple choice examination. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Course Program * Level 2 systematic Approach to Tasting and food and wine matching * Grape growing and wine making * Key wine and spirit producing regions * Key grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Grenache * Sparkling and sweet wine * Fortified wines plus spirits and liquer

 


 Girls Night Out! 3rd Annual Chocolate and Wine Pairing
 Von Euw Chocolatier is Back!

chocolatesmall Grab your girlfriends and join The Wine Smarties and Von Euw chocolatier for the 3rd annual chocolate and wine pairing! Back by popular demand, this is one of our favorite wine tastings of the year! This year we will mix it up and showcase some very unusual yet tasty pairings. All different wine styles will be represented including sparkling wines, dry whites and of course some killer reds to complete the experience!

Event takes place on March 9th, from 6-7:30pm at The San Diego Wine and Culinary Center, 200 Harbor Drive, Suite 120 San Diego, CA 92101Costs $35 (or $30pp if you book with one or more of your girlfriends). Please rsvp to lindsay@winesmarties.com or 619-955-8884. You can also pre-pay online here: https://www.localwineevents.com/tickets/i_want/297914/girls-night-out-chocolate-and-wine-pairing

 


 Big Reds and Their Cheese Pairing Partners
 Saturday, March 20th 3-5pm

cheese Taste Cheese shop and I are at it again! Please join us for a cheese and wine pairing to remember! We will be focusing on big, bold reds,and intense powerful cheeses. For this cheese and wine pairing event we will challenge these bold reds with some interesting cheese pairing partners. We will showcase old world and new world styles of wines to bring you a complete cheese and wine pairing experience. Event costs $25 and includes 4 wines and 4 cheeses to pair with. Please RSVP with me! You can also purchase tickets online here: https://www.localwineevents.com/tickets/i_want/297926/bold-reds-and-their-cheese-pairing-partners

Address for Taste Cheese shop is: 1243 1/2 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103

 


 Tasting Wealth 9!
 March 3rd, 6:30-8pm

We are working on doing this next event at a country club, so stay tuned for more details and save the date!

 


 Free Wine and Tapas Pairing
 February 9th from 6:30-8pm!

feb9 RSVP to me: lindsay@winesmarties.com

 


See you soon and bring your friends..everyone can benefit from The Wine Smarties!

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