Foundations of Wine #1: Wine 101 - Meeting a New Wine

Adult / Hobbies / Hobby & Leisure -

Adult Winter/Spring 2025

Join in the fun of this approachable and informative wine education series, hosted by wine expert and certified Sommelier Shar Peterson, General Manager of The Vine Room and The Vine Shop. Participate in classes a la carte, or purchase all five for the full experience!

Wine 101- Meeting a New Wine // Welcome to the first of five classes designed to make learning about wine fun and approachable! Led by The Vine Room's Wine Whisperer and certified Sommelier, Shar Peterson, you'll be introduced to foundational wine terms while learning how to meet [and taste!] a glass of vino.

Instructors

Shar Peterson

Shar is a Level 2 Court of Masters Sommelier and has worked in the restaurant industry since she was 14 years old. She began her journey as a wine educator under the guidance of Jason Kallsen of Twin Cities Wine Education and went on to develop courses designed to help wine enthusiasts deepen their understanding and appreciation for all things wine. Shar also completed the Wine Professional Course at St. Paul College and was the first manager at The Vine Room when it opened in 2019. She recently re-joined The Vine Room and The Vine Shop as General Manager after spending several years living in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, where she ran the Direct-to-Consumer program for Left Coast Estate.

The Vine Room

The Vine Room is a fun, welcoming wine bar pouring delicious wines by the flight, glass & bottle, located on Mainstreet in Hopkins! You'll also find beautiful cheese & charcuterie boards, as well as a couple of local beers on tap. Come experience happy people, good vibes, and great wine! The Vine Shop The Vine Shop is an approachable & curated bottle shop on Mainstreet in Hopkins, next door to The Vine Room. The Shop's focus is on sustainably produced domestic wines, beers, and spirits. Come shop with us!

January 2025