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Rethinking Food & Wine Pairings with San Francisco Wine School

I’ve attended many food and wine pairings... but I’ve never had an experience like this one, which completely changed how I’ll pair food and wine in the future. It was so enlightening, I felt compe...

Punch Magazine: Lessons from a Sommelier

Punch Magazine caught up with co-owners, David Glancy, MS, CWE and Kristin Campbell, CPA, CWAS to learn about their history and how the San Francisco Wine School came to be.

Wine Twins with Master Sommelier David Glancy and Wine Enthusiast

Certain varieties often confuse tasters in blind tasting flights.  What are the trickiest wine twins, and how do pros tell them apart?  Master Sommelier David Glancy talks to Wine Enthusiast about ...

Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation Donates $100,000 to Support Diversity in Wine Education

The contribution to the Glancy Wine Education Foundation will provide financial aid to disadvantaged and minority workers seeking wine education at San Francisco Wine School.

Wine Enthusiast: Four Virtual Wine Education Programs for Every Budget

Almost anyone of age can obtain, taste and enjoy wine in some capacity. When it comes to mastering what’s in the bottle, however? That isn’t always the case....

Food & Wine: The Truth About Pairing Red Wine with Meat

We asked the experts to tell us everything they know about red meat and red wine and this is what they said. 

Forbes: How Wineries are Keeping the Juices Flowing During the Pandemic

Forced to shutter their tasting rooms, U.S. wineries, which rely heavily on direct-to-consumer sales, are having to think fast on their feet.

Wine Institute: 6th Annual California Green Medal Award Winners

A panel of wine and sustainability experts, including San Francisco Wine School's MS David Glancy, judged the applications for the sixth annual California Green Medal.

Great Northwest Wine: San Francisco Wine School educator & writer Fred Swan is invited to judge at the McMinnville Wine & Food Festival

Professional wine judges from across the country meet Jan. 11, 2020, in Mattie’s Room at the Hotel Oregon in McMinnville, Ore. 

Action-Packed Philanthropy!

The Glancy Wine Education Fund paired food, wine, and fun for its October 21 scholarship fundraiser.  

David Glancy Talks Sauvignon Blanc

In preparation for his appearance at the 2018 Sauvignon Blanc Experience International Symposium, Master Sommelier David Glancy reflects on the versatility of Sauvignon Blanc...  

"Finding Closure" at SommCon San Diego

Where do you weigh in on the debate over the use of natural cork with wine bottles? Opinions vary on wine quality, cork taint, and environmental concerns.

IWS Instructor the Year 2017 - Chris Miller!

Wine Scholar Guild honors Chris Miller of San Francisco Wine School as 2017 IWS Instructor of the Year!

What Programs Are Taught At San Francisco Wine School?

Established in 2011, the San Francisco Wine School was instituted by one of 12 people in the world to hold a Certified Wine Educator credential and a Master Sommelier diploma among other credential...

SAN FRANCISCO TRAVEL: The White-Box Venues Planners Need To Know in San Francisco

While we're certain that your attendees would love nothing more than to improve their palettes, you can do more than just taste the finest vintages at the San Francisco Wine School. Their space can...

Eat Drink SF

Eat Drink SF's signature Grand Tastings are a food lover's paradise. They feature amazing flavors and one-of-a-kind experiences enjoyed under one roof on San Francisco Bay's waterfront.

San Francisco Wine School Announces Summer Series: Wine Wednesdays, Thirsty Thursdays, Foodie Fridays And Summer Movies

The San Francisco Wine School has become a favorite of South San Francisco’s newest Grand Avenue business’ and there is a great buzz around town from those who have checked out this great addition ...

Wine Two Five - Episode 47: Master Sommelier David Glancy

Welcome Wine-Two-Five listeners! Thank you so much for joining us for Episode 47! I’m Steph, and today Val and I are chatting with our special guest David Glancy, Master Sommelier.

Riedel Crystal announces partnership with the San Francisco Wine School

The 300 year-old family credited with revolutionizing glassware for the enjoyment of wine, announces an exclusive partnership with the San Francisco Wine School. Inaugurated in November 2015, the p...

Pouring out a passion for learning: South San Francisco school educates community about wine

From the front page of The Daily Journal) For all those who want to know more about the wine poured in their glass, the ideal institution just opened in South San Francisco to quench that thirst fo...

A Toast to San Francisco Wine School

If anyone is qualified to open and own the San Francisco Wine School, it’s David Glancy. A Master Sommelier and Certified Wine Educator, David shares his title with only eleven others in the world....

SOMM Journal's Somm Essentials: Exercising our palates at San Francisco Wine School

Take a closer look at San Francisco Wine School's Somm Essentials program through the eyes of William Cavanagh, Captain at David Kinch's three Michelin starred, Manresa Restaurant.

Wine Enthusiast: 6 Expert Tips for Traveling with Wine

Wine Enthusiast tapped a seasoned road warrior, David Glancy—master sommelier and CEO of the San Francisco Wine School—and our editors for packing solutions, tips and tricks at a variety of price ...

Wine Industry Advisor: The Value of a Wine Education

“Wine education won’t necessarily sell wine, but it gives you a reference to sell wine.” So says Rick Toyota, the Director of Hospitality and Sales at Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Geyserville, Ca...