Heart of Washington Wine Country
Washington state is the nation's second-largest wine producer and is one of the world's top wine regions. The Tri-Cities is the heart of Washington Wine Country.
It's easy to enjoy wine. With a little knowledge, wine becomes an intriguing experience, a way to enhance an everyday meal or entertain with style. Learn how at a Wine Education Seminar at WSU Tri-Cities.
2009-10 Community Wine Education Series
Seminars are held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays in the Consolidated Information Center (CIC), WSU Tri-Cities campus.
Wine 101 — September 17, CIC-120, $35
CLOSED. Please join us at the Wine 101 seminar on January 28, 2010. See below to register.
Comparing Merlots from Different Winegrowing Areas of Washington State — October 29 CIC-120, $35
CLOSED.
Sparkling Wines: For Special Occasions and For Everyday Enjoyment — November 5, CIC-120, $35
CLOSED.
Pairing Food and Wine for Holiday Gatherings — November 19,
CIC-120, $35
You might be surprised at which wine goes best with turkey. Learn how to select and serve wines for upcoming holiday meals that will surprise and delight your guests. Presented by Andy Perdue, editor of Wine Press Northwest magazine.
Limit 40 people.
Wine 101 — January 28, CIC-120, $35
An introduction to wine tasting, presented by Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling, director of the WSU Viticulture & Enology program. This session is highly recommended for beginners, but even those with experience will learn something new.
Limit 40 people.
Matching Wines with Cougar Cheeses— February 4, CIC-120, $35
It can be challenging to find the right wine to go with a unique cheese. Learn which Northwest wines complement WSU’s famous Cougar Cheeses. Presented by Andy Perdue, editor of Wine Press Northwest magazine.
Limit 40 people.
The Educated Aficionado: Detecting Defects in Wines — February 18, CIC-120 $35
Sometimes it’s not about knowing which wines tastes good, it’s knowing which wines are bad. Discover the common defects in wines and what to do when you find them. Presented by Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling, director of the WSU Viticulture & Enology program.
Limit 40 people.
Oh, the Madness! Non-Traditional Blends of Red Wines — March 4, CIC-120, $35
Explore some of the unique blends of red wines, how a winemaker determines the blend, what makes a meritage, and more. Presented by Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling, director of the WSU Viticulture & Enology program.
Limit 40 people.
Rieslings and Terroir — March 18, CIC-216, $35
Washington's most popular white wine is Riesling, a German variety that can be dry or sweet and has amazing natural acidity that helps it pair well with foods, especially anything spicy. Learn how the terroir, the specific environment of a wine-grape growing area, affects how Riesling tastes when it is poured from the bottle. Presented by Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling, director of the WSU Viticulture & Enology program.
Limit 60 people.
Exact dates and topics subject to change.
Must be at least 21 years old to attend.
Course fee policy:
If you are not able to attend the course for which you are registered, we are unable to issue refunds but will be glad to apply your course fee to another WSU Tri-Cities wine education course (if space is available) if you notify us more than 30 days prior to the course for which you originally registered. Just contact us at jkostoff@tricity.wsu.edu or 509-372-7606.
