Wine Experiences & More
Noble Grapes- January 14th
An Evening of Exploration- The Noble Grapes!
🍷 $55.00
Location: Speckle Rock Vineyards
16138 Highland Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92025
Wednesday January 14th 6 to 8:30 pm
Check in begins at 5:30.
This Class is taught by Al Fischer. WSET Certified Educator of Wine and French Wine Scholar
Join us as we explore the six Noble Grapes. What is a Noble Grape? Come and learn about the history of these grapes- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
What to Expect:
- A guided tasting of carefully selected wines
- Tips on tasting techniques, identifying flavor profiles, and pairing suggestions
- A relaxed, friendly atmosphere perfect for learning and connecting with fellow wine lovers
- Insights into the grape growing and winemaking process of each grape varietal
- A welcome sample of Sparkling Wine
Wine List**
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Riesling
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
**list subject to change tickets are non-refundable
Tuscany - Janaury
Wine Exploration: Tuscany
🍷 $55.00
Location: Hungry Hawk Vineyards & Winery
3255 Summit Dr. Escondido CA 92025.
Tuesday: January 27th 6 to 8:30 pm
Check in begins at 5:30.
This Class is taught by Al Fischer. WSET Certified Educator of Wine and French Wine Scholar
5 years ago, we did our first class on Sangiovese in Italy. Join us tonight as we revist that journey to Tuscany!! This time around, we will also be exploring the white and dessert wines of Tuscany. We be trying Chianti, Super Tuscan, Brunello, and Montepulciano and comparing how the wine making and vineyard sites effect the style of the wines.
The evening will begin with a Welcome Taste of Sparkling Wine and end with sobremesa.
WINE LIST
- White Tuscany
- Chianti Classico
- Chianti Classico Riserva
- Brunello di Montalcino
- Super Tuscan
- Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
**list subject to change tickets are non-refundable
Wine Exploration
Wine Exploration: Tuscany
$55.00
Location: Hungry Hawk Vineyards & Winery
3255 Summit Dr. Escondido CA 92025.
Tuesday: January 27th 6 to 8:30 pm
Check in begins at 5:30.
This Class is taught by Al Fischer. WSET Certified Educator of Wine and French Wine Scholar
5 years ago, we did our first class on Sangiovese in Italy. Join us tonight as we revist that journey to Tuscany!! This time around, we will also be exploring the white and dessert wines of Tuscany. We be trying Chianti, Super Tuscan, Brunello, and Montepulciano and comparing how the wine making and vineyard sites effect the style of the wines.
The evening will begin with a Welcome Taste of Sparkling Wine and end with sobremesa.
WINE LIST
- White Tuscany
- Chianti Classico
- Chianti Classico Riserva
- Brunello di Montalcino
- Super Tuscan
- Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
**list subject to change tickets are non-refundable
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WSET Level 1 Award in Wines : 2-Day Course Apr 11th and 12th, 2026
04/11/2026
WSET Level 1 Award Details
This WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course will take place over two days, April 11 and 12th from 1 pm to 5 pm at Cork2Glass
Cork2Glass Wine Bar 601 East Whitestone Blvd, Suite 618 Cedar Park TX
THE EXAM will take place on April 12th.
Course fee: $340
**Please include your DOB when enrolling**
Enrollment ends 1 week prior to class.
Before enrolling, read our Policy and Procedures and Cancellation and Refund Policy.
For reasonable accommodations, you must contact us before enrolling for approval at freakygrapes@gmail.com
Resit fee is $120
What you’ll learn:
- The main types and styles of wine
- Common wine grapes and their characteristics
- How to store and serve wine
- The principles of food and wine pairing
- How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
- Level 1 Study Guide
- Six Hours of Instructor-led training
- 45-minute supervised assessment
- Introduction to Food and Wine Pairing
- All wine samples
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