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The Wine Emporium is a Fine Wine Retail store in Fortitude Valley, Queensland. We specialise in high quality Australian producers…

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The Wine Emporium runs a comprehensive Education Program. Click on the link to find out more. Alternatively call Bernadette O'Shea…

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Education
The Wine Emporium holds a range of wine related classes and events throughout the year. These are designed for every level of wine lover, from novice to passionate collector. Many are dinners, matched with food and held at some of Brisbane's best restaurants, while classes are held at our own 'Wine Room' 111 Constance St. Fortitude Valley.

Champagne Classes

Held on two consecutive Monday evenings, Bernadette O'Shea will demonstrate the House style of seven major champagne producers. The first night focuses on non vintage champagnes, while the second night showcases vintage champagnes, reflecting the nuances and effects of differing years.
Price:
  
Dates:
  GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE. 2010 Dates: 30th August & 6th September.

Advanced Champagne Class

A single evening event, Bernadette O'Shea showcases ten of the best champagnes, including prestige cuvees such as Dom Perignon, Krug, Bollinger RD and Cristal. This is a wonderful evening with all the senses being utilized to fully appreciate the nature of champagne. An array of fruits and flowers will stimulate and guide the palate and open the door to the flavours of champagne. This evening includes a one course meal.
Price:
  $245.00 per person
Dates:
 GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE. Dates TBC

Wine Appreciation

A two night class with everything you always wanted to know about wine but were afraid to ask. Learn about the major grape varieties and styles, where and how they are grown and made, and why they taste as they do. Explore the wine regions of Australia, and taste the produce of our best vineyards. We will also teach you about what separates good wine from bad, food matching, wine faults, wine etiquette and myths.
Price:
  $110.00 per person
Dates:
 GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE. 5th & 12th October

Burgundy Explained

Hosted by Travis Watson and Bill Ryan, this evening examines the wines of Burgundy over two nights. The Burgundy region is home to the world’s greatest chardonnays and pinot noirs, but is considered by many to be a minefield of confusion. This Masterclass will examine everything to do with Burgundy, including the various villages, the famous producers, classifications, wine styles and winemaking. You will also taste a range of Village, Premier and Grand Cru wines on each night.
Price:
  $225.00 per person
Dates:
 TBA

Bordeaux - an introduction

 This two night class explores the red, white and sweet wines of Bordeaux; the Classed Growths and the lesser chateaux, the different vintages, the traditional producers and modern. Learn about what makes Bordeaux so special and taste sixteen great wines including a range from the fabulous 2005 vintage.  
Price:
  $225.00 per person
Dates:
 GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE. Dates 16th & 23rd September
Corporate Tastings & Events
Let the Wine Emporium's fine wine experts create a memorable and unique experience for your next corporate function, staff training or wine group meetings. We can design any type of educational wine event to meet your requirements. Please contact Bernadette O'Shea.
Gift Vouchers
Are available for any of the above classes/functions.
Booking Information
If you require any further information or wish to book into any of the above classes or dinners, please contact Bernadette O'Shea at The Wine Emporium's Wine Room.
Tel: (07)3252 5051 / (07)3252 5052
Fax: (07)3257 1625
Email: bernadetteo@thewineemporium.com.au

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