Wine School September 17th: Austria Part 2 with Christine
Ready to dive deeper into Austria’s dynamic wine scene? In this second installment of our Austrian wine series, we’ll turn our attention to two styles that are reshaping the way the world thinks about Austrian wine: expressive red wines and elegant sparkling Sekts.
Leading the tasting is our general manager Christine, a Certified Wine Specialist and WSET Level 3 candidate, who recently traveled through Austria’s wine country, meeting with producers and exploring the regions firsthand. She'll share behind-the-scenes insights, personal stories, and expert tips to help you understand and enjoy these wines on a deeper level.
We’ll explore native red grapes like Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, and St. Laurent, cool-climate varietals that offer a fresh, food-friendly balance of fruit, spice, and structure, with plenty of Old World charm. Then, we’ll turn to Austria’s sparkling secret: Sekt. With growing attention to traditional method production, extended lees aging, and single-vineyard expressions, Austrian bubbles are quickly stepping into the spotlight.
Whether you joined us for Part I or are just jumping in, this class is your chance to discover a lesser-known, but no less exciting, side of Austrian wine, where reds and sparklers shine with authenticity, energy, and elegance.
Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable between friends! You can view our Cancellation Policy here!
Instructor Bio:
Christine is our General Manager and a lifelong hospitality professional, having worked in restaurants since the age of 15. She brings a deep passion for sharing food and wine with friends, family, and guests. Christine is a Certified Specialist of Wine and is currently pursuing her WSET Level 3 certification. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and crafting everything from spice rubs to tinctures and body creams. A dedicated traveler, Christine seeks out wine regions around the world to learn directly from the people and places that produce the wines she loves—most recently exploring the vineyards of Austria.