- All classes will take place in the seminar room at Marketview Liquor
- Each class holds a maximum of 32 people(unless stated)
- Reservations are required (for free and paid events)
- All reservations must be made through the links below
Winter 2025
Keeper’s Heart Whiskey Tasting
Join us in store with Keeper’s Heart’s award winning global brand ambassador Ger Garland for a very special event! Taste through the Keeper’s Heart Whiskey Portfolio while learning about the different whiskey making traditions that inspire and combine to create this award winning lineup. Blending Irish and American whiskies may sound like an obvious and delicious combination (and it certainly is!). However, it wasn’t until distinguished Master Distiller Brian Nation (of Jameson, Redbreast and Midleton fame) and American whiskey thaumaturge David Perkins (Founder of High West) met in collaboration, that these genius blends of liquid gold were brought to fruition; and done so in spectacular fashion! Founded by cousins Patrick and Michael O’Shaughnessy, Keeper’s Heart has put Minnesota on the world whiskey map in a big way! As stated on every bottle of Keeper’s Heart: “Fugit Hora” or “The Hour Flies”, so be sure to save your seat now, and don’t miss out on the chance to taste a lineup of whiskies that have collectively won over 150 awards.
Friday, January 24th 5:30-6:30
A seminar with Ger Garland – Free
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1200373321919?aff=oddtdtcreator
A Special Blending Seminar with Catena
Join us for this educational and interactive seminar featuring Bodega Catena Zapata’s expert educator, Ann Marie Sgroi, which will detail the history of one of Argentina’s most acclaimed wineries and explore the individual components which make up their award-winning Alta Malbec. Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with a flight of the Alta Chardonnay and Alta Cabernet along with an in-depth overview of the Catena estate and the region of Mendoza. Afterwards, guests will each be provided with five samples, or components of the individual wines that make up the Catena Alta Malbec and Ann Marie will teach (through tasting!) us about how the different altitudes, soils, and microclimates affect each of the different components despite the fact they are all the same clone, vintage and vinified the same way. Then, we let you create a glass of your own Malbec blend and compare it to the Catena Alta Malbec! End the evening with a sip of the Malbec Argentino, an epic wine which tells the tale of the noble Malbec grape’s journey like no other. Gourmet cheeses and charcuterie included.
CLASS LIMITED TO 20 PEOPLE!
Wednesday, February 5th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Ann Marie Sgroi – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1146099898649?aff=oddtdtcreator
A Special Blending Seminar with Catena (2nd evening added)
Join us for this educational and interactive seminar featuring Bodega Catena Zapata’s expert educator, Ann Marie Sgroi, which will detail the history of one of Argentina’s most acclaimed wineries and explore the individual components which make up their award-winning Alta Malbec. Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with a flight of the Alta Chardonnay and Alta Cabernet along with an in-depth overview of the Catena estate and the region of Mendoza. Afterwards, guests will each be provided with five samples, or components of the individual wines that make up the Catena Alta Malbec and Ann Marie will teach (through tasting!) us about how the different altitudes, soils, and microclimates affect each of the different components despite the fact they are all the same clone, vintage and vinified the same way. Then, we let you create a glass of your own Malbec blend and compare it to the Catena Alta Malbec! End the evening with a sip of the Malbec Argentino, an epic wine which tells the tale of the noble Malbec grape’s journey like no other. Gourmet cheeses and charcuterie included. CLASS LIMITED TO 20 PEOPLE!
Thursday, February 6th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Ann Marie Sgroi – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1207085758999?aff=oddtdtcreator
A Valentine’s Evening of Sparkles!
This class was rescheduled due to cancellation before the holidays. But, the winter holidays continue, and Valentine’s Day seems like the perfect time to uncork some bubbles! These wines are very “food-friendly” and can pair with a wide variety of flavors – from salty, to fried, to spicy, to sweet – sparkling wines have you covered. Champagne, Cava, Sekt, Crémant, Prosecco – there are so many to choose from. We will travel the globe and taste a variety of classic sparklers to help you to stock your wine racks for any occasion that could pop up.
Friday, February 14th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1146151813929?aff=oddtdtcreator
Zin for the Win
On a cold night, nothing tastes quite as good as a high-octane California Zinfandel. It’s been awhile since we’ve visited our selection of Zins, and there are some tasty new ones on the shelves. Although we have no judgement against White Zinfandel, this class is all about the RED stuff! We’ll be visiting some of the best Zin regions in the state – Lodi, Amador and Sonoma to name a few. And we will taste a variety of different styles. Zinfandel can be made light and fruity, much like French Beaujolais, or lively, complex and age worthy, like Cabernet or claret. It can also be made into big, ripe, high alcohol style wines that resemble Port! We’ll taste through a selection, accompanied by some warming winter foods.
Tuesday, February 18th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1146222425129?aff=oddtdtcreator
Chilean Carmenère
Carmenère is known as “The Lost Grape of Bordeaux”. When the winemakers of Bordeaux moved their vines to South America during the plight of phylloxera in the 1800’s, the Carmenère vine somehow vanished. But research in 1994 showed that it was actually doing very well in Chile, but was being labeled Merlot due to its similar leaf and vine structure! Well, that changed everything, and now Carmenère has become the signature wine of the country. If you haven’t yet discovered Carmenère, here is your chance to be introduced. Think ripe berries and dark fruit with a undeniable hint of both spice (black pepper, anise) and herbs (bay leaf, mint).
Wednesday, February 26th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1146332745099?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sipping the Volcano
This is a category of wine that has absolutely erupted over the past few years. What is a Volcanic wine? It is simply a wine that is made from grapes grown directly on volcanic soils. These nutrient-rich volcanic soils create unique wines with distinct flavors and a mineral-driven complexity, not to mention an earthy smokiness. The top volcanic wine regions include Italy’s Mount Vesuvius (Campagne), Mount Etna (Sicily), and Aglianico del Vulture (Basilicata); Santorini (Greece); and the Canary Islands (Spain). Join us on this Ash Wednesday. We’ll lava good time. 😊
Wednesday, March 5th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1147108615749?aff=oddtdtcreator
International Riesling Week!
Another excuse to celebrate this amazing and versatile white wine! Riesling, with its unique ability to span the spectrum of sweetness levels and exhibit extraordinary aging potential, has left an indelible mark on the world of wine. It thrives in diverse terroirs, from the iconic Mosel in Germany, to the enchanting vineyards of Alsace in France, to the pristine Clare and Eden Valleys in Australia, to the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Each region lends its own distinct charm to Riesling, making it a grape that transcends borders and captures the hearts and palates of wine lovers everywhere. March 13th is the International Global Celebration, so we have a couple of days to get ready!
Tuesday, March 11th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1147181142679?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Wines of Burgundy, France
Burgundy is one of the most complex and fascinating regions of France! The easy part is that they only grow TWO grapes (at least 99% of the wines). If you are drinking white wine, and it is from Burgundy, you can be sure it is made from 100% chardonnay. If you are drinking red wine, and it is from Burgundy, you can be sure it is made from 100% pinot noir. The wines from this region are named after their geographic appellation or village in which they are produced (like Macon-Villages, Chablis, Pouilly-Fuissé, Givry or Vougeot to name a few). Every village is said to have its own character or “terroir”, even two that are right across the street from each other! This makes Burgundy a land of many “microclimates”, and a land of many unique and wonderful wines. We’ll open some good stuff!
Tuesday, March 18th 6pm – 7pm
A Seminar with Holly – $75
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1147187371309?aff=oddtdtcreator