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Brush up on your wine knowledge with these introductory masterclasses
The world of wines is vast and oftentimes mysterious, leaving the aspiring wine enthusiast with no idea where to begin. What’s the difference between vintage and non-vintage wines? What does it mean when a wine is ‘dry’? And what’s the difference between champagne, prosecco, and cava?
Luckily, there are plenty of wine masterclasses in Singapore that will help you take that first step into the rarefied world of fine wines. Soon, you’ll be able to comment convincingly about the aromatic nose of a wine, estimate where it was aged based on its colour, and speak meaningfully about the production traditions of its region. Here’s our guide to the best wine masterclasses in Singapore.
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1. Pop Up Wine
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Pop Up Wine masterclass (Photo: Courtesy of Pop Up Wine)
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Trust wholesale e-retailer Pop Up Wine to deliver digestible wine masterclasses perfectly suited for a beginner wine enthusiast. Founded by Australian couple Isadora Noble and David Harker, participants can soak in the expertise and passion of its wine experts, who will teach you how to smell and taste wines in monthly masterclasses.
Don’t miss out on Pop Up Wine’s upcoming Wine Discovery masterclass on April 20, focusing on Italian wines. Get a glimpse of Pop Up Wine’s storage space at Jalan Bukit Merah as you discover six different wines spanning new and traditional wine-making techniques and vineyards across Italy.
2. DS Cellars
Every so often, distributor DS Cellars brings in top-shelf wines and knowledgeable experts to teach exclusive wine appreciation masterclasses. On April 22, head down to the Jungle Boy Café, where Italian wine scholar Darric Seow and sommelier Mickey Huang will introduce the wines of the Valpolicella region. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to sample wines from the most famous wine-making district in Italy’s Veneto region, including the premium Amarone della Valpolicella that will have you savouring its aromatic full body.
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3. Magnum Opus
E-retailer Magnum Opus holds multiple wine tastings every month, each focusing on a specific wine-making region. Having covered Rioja, Provence and Ribera del Duero, don’t miss out on this month’s session at L’Angélus on April 20 where group head sommelier Guillaume Pace will be sharing more about wines from Bordeaux right bank.
Here, you’ll be treated to exquisite wines like a Château Haut Bertinerie, Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux Fruits et Fleurs White 2020, a 100 per cent sauvignon blanc that’s refreshingly light and citrusy. After that, the fuller-bodied Clos du Clocher, pomerol 2016 will engulf your senses with its earthy, cherry notes. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn more about one of the most famous winemaking regions of the world.
4. Simplicity Wines
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Simplicity Wines masterclass. (Photo: Simplicity Wines)
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If you’re looking for a fun weekend activity to do with friends, head down to one of Simplicity Wines’s introductory wine tasting classes held every Saturday. Let founder Ian Ng take you on a journey through Macedonia’s winemaking regions, traditions and techniques while learning how to taste, smell and appreciate wines with a focus on Macedonian wines. There’ll be premium wines on offer like the Ezimit Vranec Reserve 2011, a beautifully aged wine that leaves its time in oak on the tongue with notes of black fruit and vanilla.
5. Fine Wines
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Fine Wines masterclass (Photo: Fine Wines / @finewinessg)
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The masterclasses at Fine Wines are some of the most popular in the country, and it’s not hard to see why. Led by head educator PK Chua who has spent the past ten years teaching the art of appreciating wine, you can come down to one-off masterclasses like the upcoming ‘Be an Expert in Champagnes’ class on May 4.
If you’re looking to take your wine education more seriously, Fine Wines also offers Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) certification courses for enthusiasts or aspiring sommeliers. With the combined experience of its seasoned educators, rest assured you’ll be in good hands.
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Ethan Kan was Tatler Singapore’s dining writer.
