Commonwealth Wine School

Every once in a while an opportunity presents itself that is simply too good to pass up. Our intrepid wine & cheese educator Adam Centamore just returned from leading a wine and cheese tour of the Savoie and Jura regions of France. While there, a few calls were made, a few doors were knocked on, […]

Complete Series: Five Thursdays July 16th - August 13th, 2026, from 6:00 - 8:00pm ET.  Certification Exam August 13th, 2026.  **Registration deadline for five session bundle is July 16** The Terroir Workshop by Grandes Pagos de España explores Spanish terroir in the context of history, science, geography, language and people.  This workshop will be led […]

Sunshine, patios, beach days, backyard dinners — summer is the perfect season for refreshing wines that are easy to love and even easier to sip. Join us for a relaxed and approachable tasting featuring bright whites, crisp rosés, and sparkling favorites perfect for warm-weather drinking. Whether you’re new to wine or just looking for new […]

Most of us know which wines we like and which ones we don't, but how do we distinguish whether a wine is fruity, buttery, spicy, acidic or dry?  How do we communicate about wine with the staff at our favorite wine shop or the sommelier at a restaurant? Join Erika Frey for this introductory wine […]

The Terroir Workshop by Grandes Pagos de España explores Spanish terroir in the context of history, science, geography, language and people.  This workshop will be led by Spanish Wine Scholar and Commonwealth Wine School instructor, Erika Frey.  Students will experience the "grand crus" of Spain through the wines and stories of the 31 members of Grandes Pagos […]

Embark on a tantalizing taste-off in our Wine Battle - a head-to-head blind tasting showdown between wines from France and California. Engage in a fun wine tasting experience as you savor and scrutinize each pour, challenging your palate to discern between the distinct expressions of these leading wine-producing nations. Guided by wine expert Tom McKeever, […]

The Terroir Workshop by Grandes Pagos de España explores Spanish terroir in the context of history, science, geography, language and people.  This workshop will be led by Spanish Wine Scholar and Commonwealth Wine School instructor, Erika Frey.  Students will experience the "grand crus" of Spain through the wines and stories of the 31 members of Grandes Pagos […]

Jimmy Smith, if you're not aware already, is the owner of West London Wine School in the UK, a winemaker and creator of the Wine With Jimmy e-learning portal. He is back again to host a special masterclass on outstanding German wines in conjunction with the launch of his special 'Mastering Germany' series on the […]

Celebrate the flavors of the season in this class inspired by long evenings, fresh ingredients, and effortless summer entertaining. Enjoy refreshing seasonal cocktails using vibrant citrus, garden herbs, tropical fruits, and premium spirits. Join educator Adam Centamore for an evening designed to bring the essence of summer to every glass. Perfect for beginners and cocktail […]

The Terroir Workshop by Grandes Pagos de España explores Spanish terroir in the context of history, science, geography, language and people.  This workshop will be led by Spanish Wine Scholar and Commonwealth Wine School instructor, Erika Frey.  Students will experience the "grand crus" of Spain through the wines and stories of the 31 members of Grandes Pagos […]