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Meet Our Instructors

At the San Francisco Wine School, we hire instructors only with the very highest credentials, a deep knowledge of wine, and an effective, engaging communication style. Enjoy getting to know our industry leading team below.

Master Sommelier David Glancy, founder & Chief Education Officer of San Francisco Wine School

David Glancy, MS, CWE

Master Sommelier Mark Guillaudeau is on of San Francisco Wine School's industry leading instructors

Mark Guillaudeu, MS

Martin Reyes is a Master of Wine and is on of San Francisco Wine School's industry leading instructors

Martin Reyes, MW

Master Sommelier Chris Gaither is one of San Francisco Wine School's industry leading instructors

Chris Gaither, MS

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Featured Classes & Events

Certification Programs

WSET Level 1 by Grape Experience - Novice Wine Certification Program

January 18, 2025 WSET Level 1 by Grape Experience - Novice Wine Certification Program $ 499.00 Learn More

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Somm Essentials (Sommelier Preparation)

January 26, 2025 Somm Essentials (Sommelier Preparation) $ 1,795.00

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format

January 26, 2025 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format $ 1,195.00

WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program

February 08, 2025 WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program $ 895.00 Learn More

WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program

March 08, 2025 WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program $ 1,795.00 Learn More

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Certified Specialist of Wine Program - A Prerequisite for Certified Wine Educator

March 27, 2025 Certified Specialist of Wine Program - A Prerequisite for Certified Wine Educator $ 1,695.00

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Italian Wine Scholar™ (South) - Wine Scholar Guild Certification

January 21, 2025 Italian Wine Scholar™ (South) - Wine Scholar Guild Certification $ 1,195.00 Learn More

Grandes_Pagos_de_Espana_Winery

February 15, 2025 Grandes Pagos de España Terroir Workshop $ 495.00 Learn More

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Wine Program Management

January 27, 2025 Wine Program Management $ 895.00

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French Wine Essentials Certificate Program

January 23, 2025 French Wine Essentials Certificate Program $ 695.00 Learn More

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Restaurant Wine Service & Sales

January 28, 2025 Restaurant Wine Service & Sales $ 495.00

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Tasting Room Wine Service & Sales

January 28, 2025 Tasting Room Wine Service & Sales $ 495.00 Learn More

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French Wine Scholar Program - Discover the Wine Regions of France

March 25, 2025 French Wine Scholar Program - Discover the Wine Regions of France $ 1,595.00

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Northwest Wine Appellation Specialist NWAS™

April 13, 2025 Northwest Wine Appellation Specialist NWAS™ $ 695.00 Learn More

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Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild

March 24, 2025 Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild $ 1,395.00

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS®

June 01, 2025 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® $ 1,595.00

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Master Sommelier David Glancy's Certified Specialist of Wine Program

January 26, 2025 Certified Specialist of Wine Online - Asynchronous Format $ 1,295.00

Educational Series

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San Francisco Wine School Student Smelling Wine experiencing wine aromas

January 29, 2025 Intro to Wine Series $ 995.00

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Intermediate Blind Wine Tasting

April 02, 2025 Intermediate Blind Wine Tasting $ 895.00

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Advanced Blind Wine Tasting

January 27, 2025 Advanced Blind Wine Tasting $ 895.00

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Blind Tasting Wine Grapes of the World Series

March 15, 2025 Blind Tasting Wine Grapes of the World Series $ 995.00 Learn More

Individual Classes

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Wine 101

December 29, 2024 Wine 101 $ 145.00

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Intro to Blind Wine Tasting

February 12, 2025 Intro to Blind Wine Tasting $ 145.00

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Intro to French Wines

March 05, 2025 Intro to French Wines $ 145.00 Learn More

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Intro to Italian Wines

December 12, 2024 Intro to Italian Wines $ 145.00 Learn More

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Intro to World Wines

February 05, 2025 Intro to World Wines $ 145.00 Learn More

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Intro to Food Pairing

February 19, 2025 Intro to Food Pairing $ 145.00

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Intro to California Wine

February 26, 2025 Intro to California Wine $ 145.00

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Tasting, Chemistry, and Flaws

March 27, 2025 Tasting, Chemistry, and Flaws $ 165.00

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Intro to Spanish Wines

December 19, 2024 Intro to Spanish Wines $ 145.00

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Tasting, Chemistry & Flaws

January 26, 2025 Tasting, Chemistry & Flaws $ 165.00 Learn More

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Food Pairing Lab

March 09, 2025 Food Pairing Lab $ 165.00

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Pinot Noirs of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

March 15, 2025 Pinot Noirs of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $ 145.00

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Wines of Italy

April 24, 2025 Wines of Italy $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Southern France

April 17, 2025 Wines of Southern France $ 165.00 Learn More

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Blind Wine Tasting: Structure

April 02, 2025 Blind Wine Tasting: Structure $ 165.00 Learn More

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Blind Wine Tasting: Aromas

March 07, 2025 Blind Wine Tasting: Aromas $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Spain, Portugal & Greece

May 01, 2025 Wines of Spain, Portugal & Greece $ 160.00 Learn More

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Champagne

March 25, 2025 Champagne $ 165.00 Learn More

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Cabernet Sauvignons of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

March 29, 2025 Cabernet Sauvignons of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $ 145.00 Learn More

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Varietal Profiling: Blind Tasting Red Wines

April 30, 2025 Varietal Profiling: Blind Tasting Red Wines $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Northern France

April 10, 2025 Wines of Northern France $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wine Service Techniques

February 02, 2025 Wine Service Techniques $ 0.00 Learn More

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Syrahs (Shiraz) of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

March 22, 2025 Syrahs (Shiraz) of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $ 135.00 Learn More

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Wines of Napa Valley

June 08, 2025 Wines of Napa Valley $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Germany & Eastern Europe

May 08, 2025 Wines of Germany & Eastern Europe $ 165.00 Learn More

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How to Build A Successful Beverage Program

January 13, 2025 How to Build A Successful Beverage Program $ 95.00 Learn More

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Restaurant Wine Service & Sales

January 28, 2025 Restaurant Wine Service & Sales $ 495.00

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Viticulture & Enology

February 09, 2025 Viticulture & Enology $ 165.00 Learn More

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A hilltop castle in Toscana, Italy

January 21, 2025 Tuscan (aka Toscana) Wines $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Sonoma County

June 22, 2025 Wines of Sonoma County $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wines of North America

December 15, 2024 Wines of North America $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wine List Development

January 27, 2025 Wine List Development $ 145.00 Learn More

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Chardonnays of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

April 12, 2025 Chardonnays of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $ 145.00

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Beer & Sake

March 23, 2025 Beer & Sake $ 165.00 Learn More

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Viticulture & Enology Intensive

April 03, 2025 Viticulture & Enology Intensive $ 165.00 Learn More

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Varietal Profiling: Blind Tasting White Wines

April 23, 2025 Varietal Profiling: Blind Tasting White Wines $ 165.00 Learn More

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Paso Robles & the Rest of SLO

July 13, 2025 Wines of Paso Robles & The Rest of San Luis Obispo $ 165.00 Learn More

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California Wine Overview & Mendocino

June 01, 2025 California Wine Overview & Mendocino $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wines of the Southern Hemisphere

December 22, 2024 Wines of the Southern Hemisphere $ 160.00 Learn More

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Sauvignon Blanc Musqueclone from Lang Twins Family Vineyards Courtesy of Caparoso Photography

April 19, 2025 Sauvignon Blancs of The World - A Blind Tasting Class $ 145.00 Learn More

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Zinfandels of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

April 05, 2025 Zinfandels of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $ 145.00 Learn More

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Rieslings of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

April 26, 2025 Rieslings of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $ 145.00

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Wines of Santa Barbara & Beyond

July 20, 2025 Wines of Santa Barbara & Beyond $ 165.00 Learn More

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Beverage Cost Control

February 03, 2025 Beverage Cost Control $ 145.00 Learn More

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Santa Cruz, Livermore & Lodi

June 29, 2025 Santa Cruz, Livermore & Lodi $ 165.00 Learn More

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Spirits

March 30, 2025 Spirits $ 165.00 Learn More

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Tasting Room Wine Service & Sales

January 28, 2025 Tasting Room Wine Service & Sales $ 495.00 Learn More

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Monterey & San Benito

July 06, 2025 Monterey & San Benito $ 165.00 Learn More

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Cool Climate Wines of the World

February 16, 2025 Cool Climate Wines of the World $ 165.00 Learn More

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Wine Vendor Relations and Staff Training

February 10, 2025 Wine Vendor Relations and Staff Training $ 145.00 Learn More

Events

2026 Wine Education Cruise - New Zealand to Australia

February 19, 2026 2026 Wine Education Cruise - New Zealand to Australia $ 250.00 Learn More

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Spill The Wine - A Members Only Monthly Online Conversation with Master Sommelier David Glancy

January 03, 2025 Spill The Wine - A Members Only Monthly Online Conversation with Master Sommelier David Glancy $ 0.00 Learn More

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Members Only Quarterly Wine Club Tasting

January 31, 2025 Members Only Quarterly Wine Club Tasting $ 0.00 Learn More

Members Only Semi-Annual Cellar Raid Tasting Reception

April 25, 2025 Members Only Semi-Annual Cellar Raid Tasting Reception $ 75.00 Learn More

2025 Spanish Wine Education Cruise - Lisbon to Barcelona

COMING SOON 2025 Spanish Wine Education Cruise - Lisbon to Barcelona $ 3,099.00 Learn More

San Francisco Wine School's Anniversary Celebration & Scholarship Auction with Roland Passot and Jenni Burgess

COMING SOON SFWS Anniversary Celebration & Scholarship Auction! $ 175.00

WSET Level 1 by Grape Experience - Novice Wine Certification Program

January 18, 2025 WSET Level 1 by Grape Experience - Novice Wine Certification Program $ 499.00 Learn More

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Somm Essentials (Sommelier Preparation)

January 26, 2025 Somm Essentials (Sommelier Preparation) $ 1,795.00

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format

January 26, 2025 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format $ 1,195.00

WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program

February 08, 2025 WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program $ 895.00 Learn More

WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program

March 08, 2025 WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program $ 1,795.00 Learn More

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Certified Specialist of Wine Program - A Prerequisite for Certified Wine Educator

March 27, 2025 Certified Specialist of Wine Program - A Prerequisite for Certified Wine Educator $ 1,695.00

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Italian Wine Scholar™ (South) - Wine Scholar Guild Certification

January 21, 2025 Italian Wine Scholar™ (South) - Wine Scholar Guild Certification $ 1,195.00 Learn More

Grandes_Pagos_de_Espana_Winery

February 15, 2025 Grandes Pagos de España Terroir Workshop $ 495.00 Learn More

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Wine Program Management

January 27, 2025 Wine Program Management $ 895.00

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French Wine Essentials Certificate Program

January 23, 2025 French Wine Essentials Certificate Program $ 695.00 Learn More

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Restaurant Wine Service & Sales

January 28, 2025 Restaurant Wine Service & Sales $ 495.00

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Tasting Room Wine Service & Sales

January 28, 2025 Tasting Room Wine Service & Sales $ 495.00 Learn More

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French Wine Scholar Program - Discover the Wine Regions of France

March 25, 2025 French Wine Scholar Program - Discover the Wine Regions of France $ 1,595.00

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Northwest Wine Appellation Specialist NWAS™

April 13, 2025 Northwest Wine Appellation Specialist NWAS™ $ 695.00 Learn More

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Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild

March 24, 2025 Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild $ 1,395.00

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS®

June 01, 2025 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® $ 1,595.00

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Master Sommelier David Glancy's Certified Specialist of Wine Program

January 26, 2025 Certified Specialist of Wine Online - Asynchronous Format $ 1,295.00