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When it comes to wine, everyone has their own preference and flavors they enjoy on a regular basis. It can take time to find the right wine for your relaxing nightly glass with friends, but once you do, it will forever be your go-to when you need to wind down and relax. But what about those other times you want to try something new? Or you aren’t sure what wine to pair with the meal you’ve chosen to serve for guests? We’re going to talk about the three best ways to figure out how to go about learning about wine in [...]

There are many people who have looked into taking WSET wine classes in the past, but few understand what the WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) classes entail or mean for their careers and personal network as a whole. The WSET is not a walk in the park, and the classes and testing can be difficult; however, it is all worth it if you are looking to further your career in any way even if that career is not necessarily in the wine industry. We’re going to share a few reasons students have taken our WSET wine classes and how these [...]

Still looking for the perfect gift for your significant other, family member or friends? Or are you looking for a fun office party idea to thank your employees for a great year? Do you have a group getting together to celebrate a big milestone? Then we have the perfect idea for you: a private wine tasting. Whether you are looking to celebrate a birthday or holiday, have an office party for your employees or just want to get together with friends or family and try something new to make memories together, a private wine tasting is the perfect way to celebrate [...]

Are you tired of the same old routine for date night? The endless cycle of going to restaurants can get monotonous, so it's essential to think outside the box and explore new, exciting activities together. A perfect way to break the routine is by indulging in the unique experience of a wine tasting. Whether it's a private wine tasting or one of our engaging wine tasting classes, each event is tailored to focus on a specific region or theme, promising an unforgettable experience. Imagine making memories together while exploring different wines and learning about their origins. Is there anything more enticing [...]

The Wine Scholar Guild is an international provider of study and certification programs. Their mission is to provide outstanding educational programming for the professional development of wine industry members and committed students of wine. Whether you’re a wine industry professional or or serious wine hobbyist, the Wine Scholar Guild can offer in-depth, current wine knowledge and insider insights through their programs. The program includes instruction through print, webinars, study trips, and classes with tutored tastings. This program is meant for true wine enthusiasts and is designed to be both educational in a variety of ways as well as fun and memorable [...]

Whether you loved school or hated school when you were younger, we can all agree that school was a lot of hard work that took time, blood, sweat, and tears. From group projects to essays to tests to reports, there was a lot of preparation and work involved to get good grades and pass the classes for that year, all so you could do it again the next year. Some classes were fun though, especially the ones we excelled at or the ones with the fun teacher who told jokes and didn’t give a lot of homework. As adults, we look [...]

Virtual wine tastings can be extremely fun, memorable experiences with friends and family from the comfort of your own home. They are wonderful ways to bring you closer and make memories “together” even though you could be hundreds or thousands of miles apart. Here at Capital Wine School, we often get lots of questions about virtual wine tastings and what they entail and include, so we are going to answer a few of the more common questions we get about virtual wine tastings. Of course, if you have other questions about our virtual wine events that you don’t see in this [...]

When it comes to fine wines, there are so many questions many people have regarding the best flavors, the best brands, the best combinations, the best regions and seasons, and so much more. But every person is different when it comes to taste as well as best learning practices. Thankfully, there are so many different ways to learn about wine so you can work it around your own schedule while also choosing the way to learn that best suits your needs. Just as all wine is different, so are all people, so we have provided a list of options when it [...]

This year more than ever, we’re all eager to spend time with family and friends any way we can. For most of us, this will be through packages in the mail, cards, social media, phone time, and online. So how can you make this holiday season a little more festive with loved ones while at home? How about an online wine tasting! It’s a fun way to try new wines while spending time with the ones you love virtually. We could all use some extra holiday cheer, so why not pour some magic in a glass and have some fun learning [...]

It’s no secret 2020 has brought a whole slew of changes to so many people’s everyday lives. From going grocery shopping to virtual learning to spending time with family and friends via FaceTime, social media, and Zoom, 2020 has created a whole new world of changes in every area of our lives. One thing that hasn’t changed though is the very necessary need for a large glass of fine wine at the end of the day to help us unwind. If anything, there’s even more reason now to enjoy a large glass of good, quality wine after going through a full [...]