Well, unfortunately what started as a catchy alliterative title is no longer accurate because the lineup has expanded. We're having an ongoing love affair with Sauvignon Blanc. It has come out of nowhere to be one of our true favorite wines. In this tasting we're going to take some of the very best from Napa […]
Each month, the Palate Pro Workshop digs into structure and sensory analysis with a new theme—in this case, off the beaten path whites. You’ll taste four wines blind and practice identifying grape varieties, winemaking styles, and origins under the guidance of Monika Bielka-Vescovi, DipWSET. Monika has over 15 years of WSET teaching experience and is […]
Welcome to The Blind Tasting Social a grape-by-grape sensory journey for wine lovers who want to level up their tasting skills in a relaxed, supportive setting. This week we will deep dive into Napa's most popular varietal - Cabernet Sauvignon. Whether you're an enthusiast or prepping for WSET or just curious about what's in your […]
For over a century, the Bussaco Palace Hotel in Portugal has been quietly producing some of the country’s most fascinating wines—wines that almost no one outside the hotel ever had the chance to taste. Since 1917, they’ve crafted just three wines each year—a white, a red, and a rosé—blending grapes from both Dão and Bairrada […]
I don’t know whether the best way to sell this event is “Rioja: so much more than Tempranillo” or “Rioja: Taste Legendary Tempranillo.” So let’s go with both. Friday night we’ll be tasting an incredible Rioja lineup that includes a broad array of Rioja. Want to taste legendary Tempranillo-based wines like Lopez de Heredias 2012 […]
Welcome to The Blind Tasting Social a grape-by-grape sensory journey for wine lovers who want to level up their tasting skills in a relaxed, supportive setting. On Thursday, September 25th we will deep dive into the wide range of Grenache. Whether you’re an enthusiast or prepping for WSET or just curious about what’s in your […]
An Evening in Burgundy Friday, October 17 | 5:30–7:30 PMOuter Space Wines – Downtown Napa Join us for an exceptional tasting devoted to the wines of Burgundy, one of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. We’ll explore a curated selection from Martine’s Wines, an importer renowned for championing artisanal domaines and classic expressions of terroir. […]
Welcome to The Blind Tasting Social a grape-by-grape sensory journey for wine lovers who want to level up their tasting skills in a relaxed, supportive setting. On Thursday, October 9th we will deep dive into the world of Orange aka Skin Contact Wines. Whether you’re an enthusiast or prepping for WSET or just curious about […]
Discover the Grape That’s Defining the Moment: Sauvignon Blanc in Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc is having its moment—and Napa Valley is leading the way. On October 10, join Napa Wine Class at the creative hub Outer Space in Napa for an unforgettable evening of wine exploration, flavor, and storytelling. The Art of Sauvignon Blanc is an engaging community tasting on October 10 at […]
Burgundy Tasting with Martine’s WinesFriday, October 17th | 5:30–7:30 PMOuter Space Wine • Downtown Napa$50 per person Join us for an evening of discovery as we explore the elegance and depth of Burgundy, in partnership with Martine’s Wines — one of the country’s most respected importers of fine, terroir-driven French wines. Known for their meticulously […]
Welcome to The Blind Tasting Social a grape-by-grape sensory journey for wine lovers who want to level up their tasting skills in a relaxed, supportive setting. On Thursday, October 23rd we will deep dive into a wine that needs no introduction – Champagne! Whether you’re an enthusiast or prepping for WSET or just curious about […]
Sparkling Wines of the World Outer Space Wines – Downtown NapaDate & Time: Friday, October 24, 5:30-7:30 Pop, fizz, clink! Join us at Outer Space Wines for an exciting tasting that explores sparkling wines from across the globe. Guided by internationally renowned wine educator Monika Bielka-Vescovi, DipWSET, you’ll discover how terroir, grape varieties, and winemaking […]
