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08/04/2025
Do you have a desire to become a more confident
wine consumer, or perhaps you just want to impress your peers?!
Our Wine Immersion Courses are for you!
WineSmarts I and II are coming to Westfields Marriott, Washington-Dulles
in Chantilly, Virginia
on Thursday, November 6,2025 from 8am to 5pm.
In association with the American Wine Society (AWS) Conference.
Bring a friend!
AWS membership and conference attendance are not required to attend these courses.
WineSmarts I is an entertaining and interactive way to explore the basics of how wine is made, and to learn to taste and evaluate wines with Wine Aroma Wheels, using some principal wine varieties. The course includes some background information on where the grapes are grown, flavor profiles and region highlights from old and new world counterparts. 18 wines will be featured in this wine immersion course and as a bonus, the basics of food and wine pairing will also be covered and includes a certificate for passing the optional final Exam. Instructors: Brandon Seager, Master’s degree in Oenology, CSW, WSET3 and Donna Albano, Professor of Tourism, Hospitality and Wine Education, Stockton University.
WineSmarts I pricing: AWS members $225 non-AWS members $250 and includes lunch
WineSmarts II dives deeper into various winemaking processes, as well as exploring how climate and terroir affect growing regions and their resulting wines. Acquire a more in-depth ability to evaluate the 20 wines covered in this immersion course through blind tastings and fun, interactive learning challenges. Gain the skills and knowledge to make smarter, more confident wine purchases for your cellar or while dining out through label and wine list analysis. Take food and wine pairing to the next level by evaluating, comparing and contrasting flavors. WineSmarts I is not a required prerequisite for those with prior wine knowledge to register for this class as it is open to anyone. This course includes a certificate for passing the optional final Exam. Instructors: Susan Lynham, dipWSET, CWE, FWS and Sharyn Kervyn, dipWSET, CWJM, CSW, AWE, Sommelier.
WineSmarts II pricing: AWS members $250 non- members $300 and includes lunch
Sign up early to ensure your spot! Register online at: Home - American Wine Society
Contact Sharyn for more information: [email protected]
