Category: wine class
Wine & Wellness with Daniela DaSuta
During these unprecedented times, it’s more difficult than ever to stay present and relaxed. But what if you could use wine as a tool to center your mind amidst the chaos? Come virtually join local wine educator Daniela DaSuta for Wine and Wellness, a class that will offer not only tips on how to achieve mindfulness, but also recommendations on how to choose bottles without hidden additives, sneaky sugar, or other undisclosed ingredients.
Not available to join us on Friday, but still want to contribute to our #classesforacause? Opt for a copy of the class below and we’ll send you a recording for you to enjoy on your own time!
Date: Friday, September 18th
Time: 6 p.m. CST
Where: via Zoom
Donation: $25
All donations from this event will directly benefit Vintrigue Scholarship! This scholarship will offer assistance to a furloughed beverage industry professional looking to advance their wine and spirits studies. If you’d like to make a separate donation, we are collecting funds via Venmo @DanielaDaSuta or @TheStayAtHomeSomm.
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Cheers!
Sauvignon Blanc From Around the World with J.R.
Sauvignon Blanc, or ‘wild white’, is one of the oldest cultivated wine grapes in the world and has worked its way into every major wine-growing country. Whether you’re familiar with the bright, charismatic wines of New Zealand, or the refined, mineral-driven classics from France, we’ll explore the subtle differences between the many identities of this universally popular grape. Join Sommelier J.R. for a global breakdown of how this “savage” variety behaves across hemispheres and beyond borders.
When: Sunday, August 23rd at 4 p.m. CST
Where: via Zoom
Donation: FREE -or- Donate What You Want
Any donations for this class will go towards providing wines and continued education for displaced service industry workers.
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Sign Up: Unconventional Wine Grapes with Paige
Most of us are familiar with grapes like Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and even Gamay… but did you know there are around 10,000 different wine grape varieties in the world? We will explore just a tiny fraction of these lesser known varieties, focusing on those that are more widely available and may even be hiding in plain sight. Grab your favorite bottle made from an offbeat grape variety, or even take a chance on a grape you have literally never heard of before and we will talk about where these grapes are cultivated, what to expect from some of these bottles, and just begin to scratch the surface of the world of wine grapes.
When: Sunday, August 16th at 3 p.m. CST
Where: Zoom
Donation: $25
50% of the donations from this event will benefit International Rescue Committee
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Early Sign Up: August Wine Classes
Be the first to sign up for one of our online weekend wine classes taught by a sommelier! More information on each of these classes coming soon on our blog.
Aug 8th 3pm CST:
Sake 101 with Mandi of Austin Shift Meal
Aug 16th 3pm CST:
Unconventional Grape Varieties with Paige
Aug 23rd 4pm CST:
Sauvignon Blanc from Around the World with J.R.
Aug 29th 4pm CST:
Beaujolais Breakdown with Ashley
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Unless otherwise indicated, each class donation is $25 and directly benefits either a hospitality focused non-profit or displaced Sommelier. Once you have completed your donation via Venmo or PayPal, your reservation will be complete. After filling out this form you should receive an email within 24 hours.
Cheers! Thank you for supporting our hospitality community!
Sign Up: Sake Class with Mandi, Benefiting Austin Shift Meal
When: Saturday, August 8th at 3 p.m. CST
Donation: $25
*All donations from this event directly benefit Austin Shift Meal*
In the last month, the Stay-at-Home Somm project has pivoted to include sommelier-led beverage classes to support local non-profits. Austin Shift Meal has been providing meals for unemployed service industry workers who are facing food scarcity. Partnering with local restaurants, this initiative is organized and led by resident wonder woman, Mandi Nelson. Mandi will be guiding us through the world of Sake to raise funds for Austin Shift Meal. Sign up below FOR A RECORDING OF MANDI’S CLASS.
Bottle Recommendations
Please feel free to purchase any or all of the following bottles to taste during Mandi’s class. All of these producers are available in Austin, but if you can’t find them, then any bottle of Sake made in the following styles would be a great substitute.
Style- Junmai Daiginjo
Dassai 45 – available at Austin Wine Merchant
Divine Droplets – available at Central Market
Style- Kimoto/ Yamahai
Kuro Kimoto Sake – available at Austin Wine Merchant
Cowboy Yamahai – available at Central Market
Style- Ginjo, unfiltered
Kuroushi Omachi – available at Austin Wine Merchant
Cheers! Thank you for supporting our hospitality community!
May 30th: Exploring Napa Valley with Lindsay
Saturday, May 30th from 3pm – 4pm CST
Two flanking mountain chains, swirling hills, endless bunches of mustard-colored blooms, and over 500 wineries in under 30 miles. The Napa Valley is home to some of the most famed wines in California. Join Certified Sommelier, Lindsay, as she breaks down this stunning region, home to styles that have defined American food and wine culture for decades.
Donations from this class support Austin Shift Meal, a crucial non-profit providing meals to service industry workers in need.
Bottle Recommendations
What’s more iconic to the Napa Valley than Chardonnay and Cab Sauv? Lindsay will walk you through two of her favorite producers, both available at the Austin Wine Merchant and elsewhere. Call for safe curbside pickup (512) 499 – 0512
White
Trefethen Chardonnay
Red
Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon
French Wine 101 with Ashley
Friday, May 22nd from 6pm – 6:45pm CST
Have you been waiting to finally understand the iconic wines of France? With over seven distinguished and flourishing wine regions, France can be intimidating for even the most seasoned consumer. Join Certified Sommelier, Ashley, for a trip through this historic country. We’ll get deep chatting all things terroir—the philosophy behind what creates character and typicity in a wine. We’ll also learn some important French terms that will help you learn to read a French wine label like a pro. Santé!
Reserve
The Stay-at-Home Somm is a donation-based project that supports displaced wine professionals that have been deeply impacted by Covid-19. To reserve your space, we ask for a $25 donation. Unless otherwise noted, 90% of all donations will directly support your teacher, while the remaining 10% is distributed to another unemployed service industry worker in need.
Once you have submitted your reservation, you should receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. If you do not receive this email, please reach out to thestayathomesommclass@gmail.com
Bottle Recommendations
To best enjoy this class, Ashley recommends either one of the following bottles that can be purchased from an Austin retailer:
white
Wine Producer: Jérémie Huchet
Bottle: Clos Les Montys
Grape & Geographical Area: Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine
Purchase at Travis Heights Beverage World
red
Wine Producer: Brendan Tracey
Bottle: Pour une Poignée de Bouteilles
Geographical Area: Vin de France
Purchase At APPT 115
If you are purchasing wines outside of Austin, look for:
- A crisp white wine from Muscadet, in the Loire Valley of France. This wine is made from a grape called ‘Melon de Bourgogne’, but will not be listed on the bottle.
- A rosé wine from Provence. These wines are some of the oldest in recorded history!
- A red wine from Beaujolais, made from the Gamay grape. This grape will probably also not be listed on the bottle. For some extra serious Beaujolais, rustic in character, look for a Cru Beaujolais at a specialty wine store.
We can’t wait to host you!
All About Orange Wines with Paige
This week Paige is back to teach us all about orange wines! Learn how it’s made, where it grows and what flavors you can expect from this ancient wine style. Plus, she’ll share with us her favorite producers and how you should pair orange wine with meals enjoyed at home.
Thursday, May 21st
from 6pm – 6:45 CST
Reserve
The Stay-at-Home Somm is a donation-based project that supports displaced wine professionals that have been deeply impacted by Covid-19. To reserve your space, we ask for a $25 donation. Unless otherwise noted, 90% of all donations will directly support your teacher, while the remaining 10% is distributed to another unemployed service industry worker in need.
Once you have submitted your reservation, you should receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. If you do not receive this email, please reach out to thestayathomesommclass@gmail.com
Bottle Recommendations
There is quite a range available for orange (or skin-contact) wines, so you’re encouraged to explore your local wine shops and restaurants that are offering to-go wine! Ask for help if you need it, wine shops are always happy to recommend their favorites. Here are some of Paige’s recommended wines that are available locally (in Austin!):
2016 Cantina Marilina ‘Sikelè’
Available for pickup via bufalinawine.com
2014 La Stoppa ‘Ageno’
Available for pickup via bufalinawine.com
2017 Angiolino Maule ‘Sassaia’
Available for pickup via Lolo.wine
We can’t wait to host you!
Friday’s Class: A Trip Through Oregon Wines
What types of wines are being produced in Oregon? Which wineries are Somms excited about these days? Just months before quarantine began, one of our Certified Somm’s (Dhruv) was able to take a dream trip across some of Oregon’s best wineries! Join Dhruv this Friday at 5pm CST as he re-explores and explains some of his favorites: Antica Terra, Ovum, Teutonic, Argyle, Soter, and more!
Friday, May 15th at 5pm CST
Reserve
The Stay-at-Home Somm is a donation-based project that supports displaced wine professionals that have been deeply impacted by Covid-19. To reserve your space, we ask for a $25 donation. Unless otherwise noted, 90% of all donations will directly support your teacher, while the remaining 10% is distributed to another unemployed service industry worker in need.
Once you have submitted your reservation, you should receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. If you do not receive this email, please reach out to thestayathomesommclass@gmail.com
The Stay At Home Somm 