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Description

A certified Master Sommelier diploma is the highest distinction a professional can attain in fine wine and beverage service. Testing is focused on the areas of Blind Tasting, Practical Dining Room Performance, and the global knowledge of wine, spirits, beers, and cigars.

During this experience you will have the opportunity to explore the seductive world of wine up close and personal with one of the world’s best.

Typical areas of experiential instruction are regional history and geography, grape varietals and blind tasting techniques for the wine consumer. For the new enthusiast, enjoy a thorough introduction providing you a strong foundation to comfortably explore wine.

More About Your Instructor:
Ron Edwards, Master Sommelier, has taught thousands of people how to enjoy wine through an inquisitive perspective while Director of Education for The Grapevine School of Wine.

He mentors and teaches the next generation of professional sommeliers all over the United States through the Court of Master Sommeliers. He is a nationally published writer on wine list design.

Some of his past and current clients:

• Grand Hotel
• Townsend Hotel
• Tapawingo
• Galley Gourmet
• La Becasse

In addition to his personal achievements, Ron has collaborated with some of the more distinguished chefs in the industry.

Examples include:

• Chef Brian Polcyn, author and owner of Five Lakes Grill
• Stuart Brioza, one of the Top 10 Best New Chefs by Food and Wine Magazine
• Jean Robert de Caval of Pigalle
• James Beard Winner Takashi Yagihashi

Availability
Year Round: Events must start by 2pm unless otherwise agreed upon. Sundays are not available.

Location

Most areas of Michigan

Duration
4 hours

Essential Information
Participants must be 21 years of age. Due to the subjectivity of the event, wine is not included. When estimating additional costs for wine, consider the following:
You will taste between 8-14 wines over the course of your experience. A good budget of $75/bottle will allow for great flexibility for wines purchased.

Participants
Private experience for up to 12 people.

Weather
This experience is not weather dependent.

What to Wear
Casual Attire

Booking Information
For this experience, it is recommended to request bookings at least 14-21 days in advance.

Cancellation Policy
All bookings are final. Cancellations outside of 2 weeks from the book date will receive a 50% refund. There is a 25% rebooking fee within 2 weeks of the initial booking and there is no refund of the booking fee, as it will be applied to the new date.