Artist: Charles Kaufman
What is wine tasting? It is certainly not happy hour! Well, at least not in my dictionary. A wine tasting class should be something that will open your mind about wine, an exploration in a whole new world.
So when I was being asked to teach a couple of wine tasting classes for my company, I was so excited and started to aim on the goal of the class. The 5-day long weekend is a good time for me to relax and plan for the class.
With a budget in mind, and anything goes, then it is really up to me. Going back in memory lane and what fascinated me in the wine class – the different style of wines! Light, fruity, acidic, tannic, dry, sweet … opened my body and soul to wine.
How could I make the people that are coming to the class to go through the same experience?
Tonight, my test subject was my sister… a New Zealand Pinot Noir, a Chianti and a Bordeaux; the result? Well, the subtle difference was beyond her taste and experience, but she liked the Chianti and brought that with her home to enjoy.
Well, continue with my journey in showing the style of wines and finding the right wine for the wine tasting class!
Grape Wine Journey 
Hi Madam,
I am hosting a wine tasting party in May. Can you recommend two red and two white wine that are good for the spring/summer season? (reasonable price range, please)
Thanks,
A novice from US
Angela
Here are my recommendations on white wine :
Viognier from Napa Valley, just find something that’s within your budget. This is light, crisp and aromatic.
Saugvinon Blanc from Marlborough New Zealand is also very good, very popular around the world.
You could also try a Rose from Tavel France. But this will be a bit expensive, I believe I bought one in the States around US$20.
On red wine, try Pinot Noir from Martinborough New Zealand, it’s light and fruity.