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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

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS®

Su Jun 01 - Jul 27 11-2 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® $1,595.00

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Master Sommelier David Glancy's Certified Specialist of Wine Program

Flexible Hours Jun 29 - Aug 30 Certified Specialist of Wine Online - Asynchronous Format $1,295.00

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Somm Essentials

Tu Jul 8 - Sep 16 6-9 PT M Oct 13 - Dec 22 6-9 PT Somm Essentials $1,795.00

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Responsible Beverage Service Training - a required certification for all California alcoholic beverage servers

Su Aug 24 10-2pst Responsible Beverage Service Training - a required certification for all California alcoholic beverage servers $95.00

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Wine Program Management

M Sep 8 - Oct 13 10a-1p PT Wine Program Management $895.00

in person Special Event

2-Day Somm: SommCon Edition - Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Wine Theory, Tasting & Service

Sa-Su Sep 6-7 9a - 4p 2-Day Somm: SommCon Edition - Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Wine Theory, Tasting & Service $745.00-$1,195.00 Learn More

WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program

Weekends Aug 03 - Oct 05 Times Vary WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program $1,795.00 Learn More

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Italian Wine Scholar

T Sep 23 - Nov 11 6-9 Italian Wine Scholar™ (North) - Wine Scholar Guild Certification $1,195.00

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

W Oct 15 - Dec 17 6-9 Certified Specialist of Wine Program - A Prerequisite for Certified Wine Educator $1,695.00

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Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild

Sa Nov 1 - Jan 17 2-5 Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild $1,395.00

WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program

Sa Jul 26 - Aug 16 Times Vary WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program $895.00 Learn More

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format

Flexible Hours Sep 19 - Dec 20 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format $1,195.00

Educational Series

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San Francisco Wine School Student Smelling Wine experiencing wine aromas

Th Jun 26 - Aug 21 6-8 PT Sa Sept 6 - Nov 1 3-5 PT Intro to Wine Series $995.00

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Blind Tasting Wine Grapes of the World Series

Fr Sept 12 - Nov 7 6-8 Blind Tasting Wine Grapes of the World Series $995.00 Learn More

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Advanced Blind Wine Tasting

Su Sep 14 - Oct 19 10:30-1:00 Advanced Blind Wine Tasting $895.00

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2-Day Wine Immersion Experience

Sa-Su Dec 6-7 10-4pm 2-Day Wine Immersion Experience $695.00

Individual Classes

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Wine 101

Fr Aug 01 6-8 pst Sa Sep 6 3-5 pst Wine 101 $145.00

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Intro to Blind Wine Tasting

Sa Sep 20 3-5 Intro to Blind Wine Tasting $145.00

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Intro to French Wines

Th July 31 6-8 Sa Oct 11 3-5 Intro to French Wines $145.00 Learn More

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Intro to Italian Wines

Th Aug 7 6-8 Sa Oct 18 3-5 Intro to Italian Wines $145.00 Learn More

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Intro to Food Pairing

Th Jul 17 6-8 Sa Sep 27 3-5 Intro to Food Pairing $145.00

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Intro to World Wines

Sa Sep 13 3-5 Intro to World Wines $145.00 Learn More

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Intro to California Wine

Th Jul 24 6-8 Sa Oct 4 3-5 Intro to California Wine $145.00

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Food Pairing Lab

T Aug 19 6-9 M Nov 24 6-9 Food Pairing Lab $165.00

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Tasting, Chemistry & Flaws

T Jul 08 6-9 M Oct 13 6-9 Tasting, Chemistry & Flaws $165.00 Learn More

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Spain's Rioja Wine Region in Spring

Th Aug 14 6-8 Sa Oct 25 3-5 Intro to Spanish Wines $145.00

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Tasting, Chemistry, and Flaws

W Oct 15 6-9 Tasting, Chemistry, and Flaws $165.00

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Pinot Noirs of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

Fr Sep 12 6-8 Pinot Noirs of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $145.00

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Wines of Italy

W Nov 12 6-9 Wines of Italy $165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Southern France

W Nov 5 6-9 Wines of Southern France $165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Spain, Portugal & Greece

W Nov 19 6-9 Wines of Spain, Portugal & Greece $165.00 Learn More

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Cabernet Sauvignons of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

Fr Sep 26 6-8 Cabernet Sauvignons of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $145.00 Learn More

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Wine Service Techniques

T Jul 15 6-9 M Oct 20 6-9 Wine Service Techniques $0.00-$165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Northern France

W Oct 29 6-9 Wines of Northern France $165.00 Learn More

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

Fr Sep 19 6-8 Syrahs (Shiraz) of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $145.00 Learn More

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2-Day Wine Immersion Experience

Sa-Su Dec 6-7 10-4pm 2-Day Wine Immersion Experience $695.00

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Wines of Germany & Eastern Europe

W Dec 3 6-9 Wines of Germany & Eastern Europe $165.00 Learn More

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How to Build A Successful Beverage Program

Mon Aug 25 10:00a-11:00a How to Build A Successful Beverage Program $95.00 Learn More

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Viticulture & Enology

T Jul 22 6-9 M Oct 27 6-9 Viticulture & Enology $165.00 Learn More

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Chardonnays of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

Fr Oct 10 6-8 Chardonnays of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $145.00

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Wine List Development

M Sep 8 10-1 Wine List Development $145.00 Learn More

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Beer & Sake

T Sep 2 6-9 M Dec 8 6-9 Beer & Sake $165.00 Learn More

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Wines of North America

W Dec 10 6-9 Wines of North America $165.00 Learn More

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Wines of Piemonte aka Piedmont

T Sep 23 6:00-9:00 Wines of Piemonte aka Piedmont $165.00 Learn More

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Viticulture & Enology Intensive

W Oct 22 6-9 Viticulture & Enology Intensive $165.00 Learn More

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Spanish Wine Fundamentals & Wines of Rioja

Sa Nov 1 2-5 Spanish Wine Fundamentals & Wines of Rioja $165.00 Learn More

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Wines of the Southern Hemisphere

W Dec 17 6-9 Wines of the Southern Hemisphere $165.00 Learn More

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

Fr Oct 17 6-8 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

Fr Oct 3 6-8 Zinfandels of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $145.00 Learn More

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Rieslings of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

Fr Oct 24 6-8pm Rieslings of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $145.00

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Wines of Santa Barbara & Beyond

Sun Jul 20 11:00 - 2:00 Wines of Santa Barbara & Beyond $165.00 Learn More

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Blind Tasting Thin-Skinned Red Wines

Su Sep 28 10:30-1 Blind Tasting Thin-Skinned Red Wines $175.00 Learn More

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Beverage Cost Control

M Sep 15 10-1 Beverage Cost Control $145.00 Learn More

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Spirits

T Sep 9 6-9 M Dec 15 6-9 Spirits $165.00 Learn More

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Cool Climate Wines of the World

T Jul 29 6-9 M Nov 3 6-9 Cool Climate Wines of the World $165.00 Learn More

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Warm Climate Wines of the World

T Aug 12 6-9 M Nov 17 6-9 Warm Climate Wines of the World $165.00 Learn More

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Vineyard

T Aug 5 6-9 M Nov 10 6-9 Temperate Climate Wines of the World $165.00 Learn More

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Wine Vendor Relations and Staff Training

M Sep 22 10-1 Wine Vendor Relations and Staff Training $145.00 Learn More

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Wine Cellar Management

M Oct 6 10-1 Wine Cellar Management $145.00 Learn More

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Beverage Law

M Sep 29 10-1 Beverage Law $145.00 Learn More

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Blind Tasting Thick-Skinned Red Wines

Su Oct 5 10:30-1 Blind Tasting Thick-Skinned Red Wines $175.00 Learn More

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Blind Tasting Aromatic White Wines

Su Sep 21 10:30-1 Blind Tasting Aromatic White Wines $175.00 Learn More

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Blind Tasting Bubbles, Botrytis & Fortified Wines

Su Oct 12 10:30-1 Blind Tasting Bubbles, Botrytis & Fortified Wines $175.00 Learn More

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Blind Tasting High Acid, Unoaked White Wines

Su Sep 14 10:30-1 Blind Tasting High Acid, Unoaked White Wines $175.00 Learn More

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Coffees, Teas & Bottled Waters of the World

T Aug 26 6-9 M Dec 1 6-9 Coffees, Teas & Bottled Waters of the World $165.00 Learn More

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Pinot Gris & Pinot Grigios of the World - A Blind Tasting Class

Fr Nov 07 6-8 Pinot Gris & Pinot Grigios of the World - A Blind Tasting Class $145.00 Learn More

Events

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2026 Wine Education Cruise - New Zealand to Australia

Deposit Only Feb 18-27, 2026 $250 (non-refundable) 2026 Wine Education Cruise - New Zealand to Australia $250.00-$1,750.00 Learn More

Drop In Fridays 5-8

The Secret Wine Bar

Fri Jul 11 5-9pm Sat Jul 12 5-9pm Thu Jul 17 5-9pm Fri Jul 18 5-9pm Sat Jul 19 5-9pm Thu Jul 24 5-9pm Fri Jul 25 5-9pm Sat Jul 26 5-9pm The Secret Wine Bar $0.00-$45.00 Learn More

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

F Jun 27 5:30-6:30 pt F Aug 1 5:30-6:30 pt Spill The Wine - A Members Only Monthly Conversation with Master Sommelier David Glancy $0.00 Learn More

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Members Only Quarterly Wine Club Tasting

F Jul 25 5:30-6:30 pst F Oct 24 5:30-6:30 pst Members Only Quarterly Wine Club Tasting $0.00-$45.00 Learn More

Members Only Semi-Annual Cellar Raid Tasting Reception

F Oct 24 6:30-8:00 pst 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-$195.00

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2025 Summer Wine Cruise Excursions

2025 Summer Wine Cruise Excursions $1,000.00 Learn More

in person Special Event

2-Day Somm: SommCon Edition - Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Wine Theory, Tasting & Service

Sa-Su Sep 6-7 9a - 4p 2-Day Somm: SommCon Edition - Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Wine Theory, Tasting & Service $745.00-$1,195.00 Learn More

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS®

Su Jun 01 - Jul 27 11-2 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® $1,595.00

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Master Sommelier David Glancy's Certified Specialist of Wine Program

Flexible Hours Jun 29 - Aug 30 Certified Specialist of Wine Online - Asynchronous Format $1,295.00

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Somm Essentials

Tu Jul 8 - Sep 16 6-9 PT M Oct 13 - Dec 22 6-9 PT Somm Essentials $1,795.00

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Responsible Beverage Service Training - a required certification for all California alcoholic beverage servers

Su Aug 24 10-2pst Responsible Beverage Service Training - a required certification for all California alcoholic beverage servers $95.00

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Wine Program Management

M Sep 8 - Oct 13 10a-1p PT Wine Program Management $895.00

in person Special Event

2-Day Somm: SommCon Edition - Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Wine Theory, Tasting & Service

Sa-Su Sep 6-7 9a - 4p 2-Day Somm: SommCon Edition - Intensive Sommelier Preparation for Wine Theory, Tasting & Service $745.00-$1,195.00 Learn More

WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program

Weekends Aug 03 - Oct 05 Times Vary WSET Level 3 by Grape Experience - Advanced Certification Program $1,795.00 Learn More

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Italian Wine Scholar

T Sep 23 - Nov 11 6-9 Italian Wine Scholar™ (North) - Wine Scholar Guild Certification $1,195.00

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

W Oct 15 - Dec 17 6-9 Certified Specialist of Wine Program - A Prerequisite for Certified Wine Educator $1,695.00

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Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild

Sa Nov 1 - Jan 17 2-5 Spanish Wine Scholar™ Program, designed by Wine Scholar Guild $1,395.00

WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program

Sa Jul 26 - Aug 16 Times Vary WSET Level 2 by Grape Experience - Certification Program $895.00 Learn More

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California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format

Flexible Hours Sep 19 - Dec 20 California Wine Appellation Specialist CWAS® Online - Asynchronous Format $1,195.00

Educational Scholarships are available for students looking to start or advance their career in the wine or hospitality industries.

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