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Wine 101- Wine Education Classes

4.5 (9)
Baskerville, AU
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Wine 101- Wine Education Classes

4.5 (9)
Baskerville, AU
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Experience the essence of wine with Wine 101- Wine Education Classes. Whether you're a beginner or a wine enthusiast, this formal seated tasting will take you on a journey to understand the difference between sweet and dry wines, the impact of oak barrels, and the art of aging wines. In just 90 minutes, you'll be tasting like a pro, with all your questions and myths about wine answered. Immerse yourself in the working winery surrounded by barrels as you learn the basics of wine tasting and practice your new wine appreciation skills. And to top it off, choose the option of finishing with a delicious 2-course set menu in our restaurant overlooking the vineyard. Join us at Upper Reach Winery for a wine education experience like no other. Book now and elevate your wine knowledge to new heights.

About this experience

  • Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
  • 1 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Learn the basics of wine tasting
  • Become a wine connoisseur in no time
  • Experience the impact of oak barrels on wine
  • Discover how wines age and when to drink them
  • Enjoy a formal seated tasting surrounded by barrels
  • GST (goods and services tax)
  • Professional guide
  • Wine tasting
  • All wine tasting is free during wine classes, however if choosing the lunch option, any wine ordered during lunch option will be charged seperatly.

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Introduction

Introducing Wine 101- Wine Education Classes, the perfect way to dive into the world of wine and gain a real understanding of different wine styles. Whether you're a beginner or a wine enthusiast, this formal seated tasting experience will provide you with a friendly and casual environment to expand your wine knowledge. Get ready to have all your wine questions answered and debunk common wine myths. In just 90 minutes, you'll be tasting like a pro and savoring the complexities of various wines.

What to expect?

During this wine education class, you can expect to learn the fundamentals of wine tasting and gain practical skills to confidently appreciate wines. Experience what it's like to be a winemaker as you create your own wine, balancing sweetness and acidity. Discover how oak barrels can transform the flavors of wine and understand when wines are best aged and consumed. Immerse yourself in a formal seated tasting surrounded by barrels in a working winery. Practice your new wine appreciation skills by tasting a selection of wines. By the end of the class, you'll have a solid understanding of wine basics and refine your palate like a true connoisseur.

Who is this for?

This wine education experience is perfect for both wine novices and passionate wine lovers. Whether you're just starting to explore the world of wine or have been enjoying it for years, this class caters to all levels of expertise. The inclusive and welcoming environment ensures that everyone feels comfortable and eager to learn. So, whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a group outing, or simply looking to expand your knowledge, Wine 101 offers a memorable experience for all.

Why book this?

What sets Wine 101 apart is its emphasis on interactive learning and creating a memorable wine-tasting experience. This class goes beyond the traditional wine appreciation methods by providing hands-on activities such as creating your own wine blend. The opportunity to taste wines surrounded by the ambiance of a working winery adds authenticity to the experience. Wine 101 is not just a class, but a journey that leaves participants well-versed in wine tasting, demystifying the complexities of wines and empowering them to select and enjoy wines with confidence.

Good to know

Included in the Wine 101 experience is an optional 2-course set menu at the winery's restaurant, overlooking the picturesque vineyard. Indulge in a large share platter for two, followed by a seasonal dessert along with tea or coffee. This culinary addition creates the perfect pairing to complement your newfound wine knowledge. Be sure to dress comfortably and arrive at the Upper Reach Cellar Door, where the tour begins. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and palate while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the winery.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced Wine 101 rave about how it exceeded their expectations. They particularly appreciate how the class is structured to accommodate both beginners and wine enthusiasts. Participants love the interactive elements, such as creating their own wine blend and the chance to taste different wines. The knowledgeable and friendly guides help make the experience even more enjoyable. Many reviewers have expressed their newfound confidence in selecting wines and feel well-equipped to explore and enjoy wines even more. Overall, Wine 101 promises a fun and engaging educational experience that will enhance anyone's love for wine.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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77 Memorial Ave

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Upper Reach Winery

Reviews

(9)

4.5 (9)

lydiacR4618TZ

Laura charged as $100 +$50 an hour for her expertise. She was nowhere to be found. We pay $150 plus 20% gratuity an hour for essentially a driver. She made reservations for us and thats it. That's no knowledge sharing or nothing. You could get the same experience going to the wineries yourself. We are paying over $900 for a driver got 5 hours!

Jenny G

We thoroughly enjoyed our morning doing the Wine 101 course with friends of ours. Stephen was a wonderful guide. He has great knowledge and was very informative, but was also relaxed and easy going, with a fun sense of humour. We enjoyed the tasting experience very much, and feel that the course helped deepen our understanding and appreciation of wine and how to pair it with food. Upper Reach have some great wines! We went on to enjoy a delicious lunch in the Upper reach restaurant, topped off with a terrific Tempranillo (highly recommend this!). A relaxed wander down to the Swan River and through the vineyards was a great way to end a delightful experience. Thanks to the warm and welcoming team in the wine tasting particularly. We will certainly be back!

alanwedd

We really enjoyed our morning, taking part in the Wine Education 101 class, after a breakfast at the restaurant for a family group of 6. None of us are 'wine experts', apart from knowing what we like and what we don't, so Steven's approach of starting with some ordinary everyday tastes before moving onto wines themselves helped us feel comfortable with our lack of expertise. Then, as we moved on to the basics of tasting beyond 'sniff/swirl/sip', the small techniques as well as the prepared 'handouts' of a 'tasting wheel' to help identify flavours and a page for our own notes were really helpful, too. A really good morning, definitely 'value for money', no condescending 'wine conneisur' talk and some extra knowledge to take away with me. I must pay more attention to what I'm actually tasting now! Oh - and Upper Reach's wines are well worth tasting, too. Alan

Daisy B

A fun and informative class! The guide was wonderful and engaging, and the experience was very relaxed while still learning a lot. Lots of tips and methods for tasting wine that will be helpful and easy to apply in everyday life. Really learned what we like in wine which will make it easier to buy well in the future!

jaynep_13

Great experience, lovely walk around the vineyard with a glass of wine in hand! Then into the working parts of the winery to try wines straight from the tanks and compare them with their bottled counterparts. All this followed by a lovely lunch in the restaurant. Perfect.

296erikaw

What a wonderful way to learn more about wine appreciation instead of just drinking it and never giving it another thought. Loved the plate with all the items you could sniff to identify the flavour you were trying to identify in the wine. The atmosphere was great and the presentation fantastic. The meal afterwards soaked up all the wine and was top notch.

kathrynlh2017

An excellent experience. 🍷 Stephen was knowledgeable,informative and funny. Can’t wait for the next one.

petersA7461VJ

The tasting was great and gave us a good appreciation of different wines and how they are made. The lunch was superb and was a great way to finish a marvellous day.

Rob1808

My wife purchased two tickets to the 101 Wine Education Class back in November as a Christmas gift to each other. At the time, I thought what a wonderful idea, as it's always hard to find gifts for each other after 31 consecutive years of Christmas's, Birthday's and Anniversaries together. Whilst I was originally pleased with the gift idea, as anything to do with Wine and the wealth of knowledge there is to learn about it has always been of interest to me, what I didn't factor in was just how much of a family owned and run business Upper Reach is, and the service standard and presentation of the property is surely testament to owners who obviously take a great deal of pride in what they do. Our 90+ minute Education Class, more affectionately referred to on the day as more of an appreciation than an education (although I was of the opinion it was both) involved the tasting, evaluation and discussion of a vast array of both Red and White wines. Steve, our Education Class host and highly trained wine guru, delivered what our party of 4 wine lovers felt was a highly informative, relaxed and entertaining session, and I sensed that the rest of the group, approximately 15-16, felt the same way. The wines we tasted were fabulous, and the accompanying info sheets and character charts used to assess each variety, together with the contrast sample pots of fruits/minerals/soil etc we all used to prepare our senses prior to smelling and tasting each wine, were a great learning tool in themselves. After our session with Steve, we were escorted to the Dining area of the winery. where we enjoyed a beautiful lunch, which if included in the booked activity, included a generous tasting plate which was more than enough to satisfy two people (you can choose from 3 different Platters) followed by a good selection of freshly made desserts. Of course, having just sampled many of Upper Reach's wines as part of the education class, I couldn't not order a glass to compliment my meal. The icing on the proverbial cake for our party of four however, was the outstanding setting in which we enjoyed our Lunch together, seated on the outdoor terrace verandah, which is elevated above the rear lawn area (which is used for live music concerts in Feb/Mar each Summer) with a West facing aspect overlooking the immaculate Vineyard, as it sprawled across the landscape to join the banks of the upper reaches of the Swan River. We did two more things as we departed this newly discovered little gem in our own backyard in the Swan Valley..... we collected our complimentary bottle of wine from Steve at the cellar door, and then we made a pact together that we would return to Upper Reach in the very near future. 10/10 for the 101.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-30 19:18