Wines of Italy

THE 20 FACES OF ITALY: From the soaring northern Alps, along the Apennine spine to the southern volcanic slopes of Etna, Italy boasts one of the most diverse and complicated landscapes in the world of wine. Sort out the facets in this intensive workshop.



Understanding the regions and categories of Italian Wine can be complicated. With extensive wine production in all 20 regions, hundreds of indigenous varieties, climates ranging from Alpine to Mediterranean and diverse soil types, Italian wine study can be daunting. It is critical for a CSW to have extensive knowledge to understand, appreciate, and communicate the complexity of Italy. We'll explore Piedmont, Tuscany, Veneto and much more. 

This workshop is part of our Certified Specialist of Wine program, but can be taken à la carte. Your workshop fees can be applied to the cost of the full series if you would like to continue on. Those who would like to attend workshops online and forgo the wine tastings can apply SKIPTHEWINE at checkout to many online workshops for 40% off. SEE ALL WEBONLY WORKSHOPS

Hybrid - Room/Zoom

We've recently invested in some serious AV technology upgrades to create an integrated Hybrid Room/Zoom experience for all students, so each individual can choose to participate in-person as a "Roomer" with wine in their glass or online as a "Zoomer" with a custom tasting kit.  Both Roomers and Zoomers have the same wines and are able to engage with us and each other during these live classes. Recordings are also available within 1 business day after the class.  Learn more...

In-Person Location

San Francisco Wine School*
415 Grand Ave #301
South San Francisco, CA 94080
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*See our latest COVID Safety Information

Online Info

You will receive the zoom link and any handouts needed a few days before class via email. Check spam and contact help@sfwineschool.com if you have not received it within 1 business day of your class/event.

If you have a tasting kit, it may be picked up at San Francisco Wine School or delivered across the US.  Wine parameter lists are available for those participating in locations where kits cannot be delivered.   View pickup and delivery options here.

Wine lists and instructions are included in your kit.  

$145pp Registration Fee Includes

  • 3 hours of live class with San Francisco Wine School's industry-leading instructors
  • Guided tasting of 6-7 wines carefully curated by Master Sommelier David Glancy
  • Tasting kit creation for online participants (delivery is available across the US for an additional fee
  • Copies of the slide presentation
  • Recording of the class session (on request)

All attendees must be at least 21+ years of age. 

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