Virtual Wine Tasting Workshops in November & December
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Virtual Wine Tasting Workshops in November & December

Published: November 21, 2020

If you have a passion for wine, check out Jefferson Community College’s virtual wine tasting workshops to be held on November 20, December 2 and December 16, 2020. Led by Certified Sommelier Julie Purpura, enjoy an evening learning about wine varietals with your partner and/or friends from the comfort of your home. Virtual wine tasting workshops will be held at 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Registration includes up to four participants. The cost of wine is not included in the registration fee.

Register online. For more information, call JCC’s Workforce Development Division at (315) 786-2233. 

Holiday Wine 1: Wine and Tapas Tasting 
Join Certified Sommelier Julie Purpura and Chef Michael Simpson of the Clipper Inn for a wine and tapas workshop. Three wines (sparkling, white and red) will be recommended for pairing with three tapas during the one-hour virtual tasting. Recipes will be sent to participants in advance. Enjoy this tasting from the comfort of your home. Each registration includes four participants, so invite your friends to enjoy an evening in with wine and tapas! The cost of wine is not included in the registration fee.
Registration Fee: $60 (up to 4 participants)
Date: November 20, 2020
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30pm
Registration deadline: November 13, 2020 

Holiday Wine 2: Wine & Holiday Pairing
Join Certified Sommelier Julie Purpura to learn about three wines recommended for your holiday meals. Participants will be guided through a tasting and learn about the regions and styles represented, as well as pairing recommendations. Each registration includes four participants, so invite your friends to enjoy an evening in with wine! The cost of wine is not included in the registration fee.
Registration Fee: $50 (up to 4 participants)
Date: December 2, 2020
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Registration deadline: November 25, 2020 

Holiday Wine 3: Wine Around the World
Join Certified Sommelier Julie Purpura to learn about three wines of the same varietal from three different regions. Participants will explore the differences between each region and the history of the wines and producers. Each registration includes four participants, so invite your friends to enjoy an evening in with wine! The cost of wine is not included in the registration fee.
Registration Fee: $50 (up to 4 participants)
Date: December 16, 2020
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Registration deadline: December 9, 2020

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