Wine Classes

We know you love wine and want to learn more but finding a place to start can be hard. Here at the Wine Emporium we have put together a fantastic range of classes to suit all tastes and levels of knowledge. From our wine appreciation class which gives you the building blocks of wine knowledge, to more specialised classes focusing on regions and styles from around the world.

'That was a seriously excellent presentation. I learned so much - and you covered an incredible amount of information in a really interesting and engaging way.'

What others had to say...

'The wines you selected and the sequence in the presentation of them was superb. It really helped us all discern between the different regions. I would commend your course to anyone remotely interested in wine. So thank you again.'

'My friends and I recently attended your two day wine appreciation course. I just wanted to say what a lovely time we all had. You're clearly very knowledgable and it was really interesting listening to you speak about wine.'

'We had a great time at the Burgundy nights...Your knowledge of the area and the wines is incredible!'

'Felt the mix of wines, villages v premier cru v grand cru were really good in illustratrating both village and quality differences, and also differences in the winemakers. Most importantly, it was delivered in a very informative but non-intimidating manner. Really approachable, which is where many get it wrong, and also very involved, encouraging people to engage. Very good, and great value.'

Available Classes & Dates

For all information about the Red Wine/White Wine Appreciation classes, or the Italian Wine Journey, or for cancellations or changes to your existing booking, please contact Robert Lavelle at rob@thewineemporium.com.au or on

Please note that all classes are held at our Education Centre -

41 Allison Street, Bowen Hills, QLD, 4006

Red Wine Appreciation Class

A one night class that explores, entertains and gives better understanding to the world of red wine, both Australian and international. Twelve wines are sampled over the night, accompanied with a shared selection of cheeses, antipasto and bread. 

Held from 6pm to approx. 9pm

 

$99 per person

 

Upcoming Dates

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Tuesday 25th of March 2025

 

Tuesday 13th of May 2025

 

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White Wine Appreciation Class

An informative, entertaining evening where we take a journey across multiple varietals of white wine from across the globe. Exploring the vast differences in the style, palate weight and why it varies so much. We cover areas such as food pairing, storage, wine myths/hints and the interesting points of how the grapes make it to the bottle. 12 wines are sampled over the night, accompanied with a shared selection of cheeses, antipasto and bread. Held from 6pm to approx. 9pm

 

$99 per person

 

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Tuesday 15th of April 2025

 

 

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Italian Wine Journey Class

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we take you on a journey through Italy’s most celebrated wine regions, including Tuscany, Piedmont, Sicily, Abruzzo, Sardinia and more. With 15 exceptional bottles of wine, each carefully chosen to represent the unique character of these regions, you’ll explore a rich variety of reds and whites. Every wine is perfectly paired with an exquisite selection of cheeses and cured meats, enhancing the experience with delightful, complementary flavours. Whether you're already a long-term fan or a newcomer to Italy's charms, this is a great evening of fun and flavour for all

Held from 6pm to approx. 9pm

 

$159 per person

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Thursday 1st of May 2025

 

 

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For all information about the Burgundy classes below, or for cancellations or changes to your existing booking, please contact Brent Williamson at brent@thewineemporium.com.au or on

Australia vs France

To compare style, quality and value for money between the French and Australian wines, we pair a famous example from each country for the six major grape varieties of riesling, sauvignon/semillon, chardonnay, pinot noir, shiraz and cabernet sauvignon. Held on Thursday evenings.

$165 per person

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Thursday 27th of February 2025

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Thursday 27th of March 2025

 

Thursday 5th of June 2025

 

 

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White Burgundy Masterclass

This one-night introduction to the great white wines of Burgundy will rivet you. Nowhere in the world does a white wine feature so much power and complexity, coupled with freshness and elegance. We use the best bottles from the finest producers to perfectly explain the differences between the major regions.

$295 per person

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Thursday 29th of May 2025

 

 

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Red Burgundy Masterclass

This masterclass showcases the differences between the various flavours and structures of Burgundy’s most famous villages, as well as examine the soils, vineyards, producer philosophies and winemaking techniques that influence them. This one-night masterclass perfectly introduces the great red wines of Burgundy, but we do warn; you may never be able to drink anything other than Burgundy again!

$350 per person

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Thursday 15th of May 2025

 

 

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