Wine, Cheese and the Pursuit of Happiness | Boston Wine School @ Solera

Wine and cheese are a natural combination. They've been together for 8,000 years that we know of, and our species has been busy figuring out ways to make both of them more and more delicious all the time. The match of wine and cheese is partly natural and automatic, but by applying ourselves, or tastes, or abilities to understand and choose, we can put together pairings that are many times greater than just the sum of the parts

This class - limited to 14 students - will taste six major wine + cheese combinations together that express the full range of how these foods match up: by style, by texture, by flavor, geography, even temperament.

WINE & CHEESE MENU (tentative)

Prosecco + Ricotta fresca
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc + Local goat's milk chevre
Argentina Bonarda + Robila a due latti
Spanish Monastrel + Manchego
California Pinot Noir + Gres des Vosges
French Syrah + Fourme d'Ambert blue
Artisan breads, olives

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This is a Level 1 survey course for beginners and enthusiasts. It assumes some exposure to wine but little formal wine knowledge. This program is appropriate for both consumers and professionals in all wine, food, hospitality and service industries.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

At the Boston Wine School, we are a 100% Wine Snob Free Zone. We believe that learning about wine and food involves learning about yourself, and we promise to challenge all our students to do that. Our goal is to help you understand deeply and communicate completely what you are experiencing when you are enjoying a glass of wine or a morsel of food.

ABOUT SOLERA www.SoleraShrineToWine.com

Nestled in the middle of Rozzie Square, the store first opened one block away from its present location; “the place was small with a Mediterranean feel and it reminded me of a wine cellar.” In 2011, Solera moved to its current location overlooking the courtyard and surrounded by great restaurants and little shops. Like a fine wine, Solera has only gotten better with age. The shop just celebrated its 15th anniversary and has lived up to its motto as a Shrine to Wine. The store accommodates about 500 different wines and about 100 different craft beers from around the globe all of which are carefully selected by all the staff. Throughout the years, we have gotten to know the wine preferences of so many of our customers. A common phrase in the store is “you have never steered us wrong”. Roslindale residents make up 80 percent of the customers and the other 20% are people from adjacent communities such as, West Roxbury, Jamaica Plain, Newton and Brookline.

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Guests, students and certificate candidates must meet the legal minimum age for the retail purchase of alcoholic beverages in the country where the program is being held: 21 in the USA and 18 in China.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Call +1-844-WINE-SCHOOL (946-3724) or email info@bostonwineschool.com

What's the cancel policy?

If I have to cancel class for any reason — weather, illness, emergency, whatever — I will do my best to re-schedule the class. If the new schedule doesn’t work for anyone, you will receive full credit toward any other class or event.

If you cancel MORE than a month ahead

If you cancel more than 30 days before the date of your class, you can re-schedule and receive full credit toward any other class or event.

If you cancel LESS than a month ahead

If you cancel less than 30 days before the date of your class, there are still options. Boston Wine School tickets are completely transferable, so you can give or sell them to someone else. People have said they have good luck with StubHub. Also, many classes are sold out and there is sometimes a waiting list. No guarantees, but if someone on the waiting list were to take your space, then you will receive full credit toward any other class or event.

Re-ticketing fee

If you need to cancel less than a month ahead, you may re-schedule by paying a 50% re-ticketing fee.

Refunds

Boston Wine School classes, events, and gift certificates are non-refundable and not redeemable for cash.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes, feel free!

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes, that is fine, happens all the time.