Taught Over Three Wednesdays
September 24, October 1, and October 8
6:30pm to 8pm
PRP Wine - St. Louis Tasting Room
806 Fee Fee Road,
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Ready to Sip Smarter?
SipSmart: The Wine Course for Beginners is a fun, approachable way to build wine confidence—without the snobbery. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed picking a bottle, lost in wine lingo, or unsure what to serve with dinner, this course is for you.
Whether you’re new to wine or just want to connect the dots on what you actually like, this three-week, in-person course will help you taste with intention, shop with confidence, and enjoy wine on a whole new level.
Who Should Sign Up?
You enjoy wine but want to understand it more
You’ve been to tastings but felt out of your depth
You’re tired of guessing what you’ll like in the wine aisle or off the wine list
You want to learn in a no-pressure, judgment-free environment
You just want to have fun while tasting great wine!
What You’ll Learn (Week by Week)
Each week, we'll learn about various aspects of winemaking, varietals, regions, tasting, and more. In addition, at least four wines will be sampled each week. The class will max at 20 participants, and it will be very interactive and engaging.
Week 1: Vine to Wine
How wine is made (without getting too geeky)
What “terroir” means and why it matters
How to taste like a pro using the 5 S’s: See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, Savor
Week 2: Grapes, Styles & Regions
Flavor profiles of top red and white grapes
How climate and winemaking change the taste
Differences between Old World and New World wines
Week 3: Food & Wine Pairing Basics
Easy food & wine pairing rules (with snacks!)
How to read wine labels and choose smarter
Serving, storing, and glassware tips
Pricing & What’s Included
$149 for the 3-week course
✅ 12+ wines over 3 sessions
✅ Guided tastings and hands-on wine education
✅ Printed SipSmart Wine Workbook
✅ Snacks for food pairing class
✅ All glassware and materials provided
As a special BONUS, everyone completing the three-weeks (don't worry, no final exam), will receive a $100 gift certificate to apply to a mixed case of wine from PRP Wine! You'll have sampled at least 12 wines already, but you can also attend my Warehouse Sale on August 8-9 to sample even more for your selection! This gift certificate expires within 30 days after the course concludes.
Limited seats available! Classes are kept small so everyone gets personal attention.
Please sign up by Sunday, Sept. 21!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know anything about wine to join?
Not at all! SipSmart is designed for beginners. You’ll never be talked down to or left behind.
Do I have to be a client of PRP Wine already?
No, this class is for anyone who wants to learn more about wine. I fully expect to have a lot of referrals from clients to their friends who are wanting to learn more.
I participate in a lot of your virtual educational series already. Should I join?
To be honest, I wouldn't recommend you sign up if you've participated in multiple Wine on Your Time Virtual Tasting Series with me before. You may find some of the material repetitive. That said, feel free to reach out, and we can discuss it!
Did you create this course yourself or is it a pre-made class you're teaching?
This course has been created by me based on my 12 years of wine experience, teaching hundreds of clients about wine at home tastings, virtual series, and other events.
Do I have to attend all three classes? What if I'm going to be gone for one of them?
Yes, I expect all participants to attend all three classes. Each week will build on the last, and I don't want you to miss anything!
Do I have to buy wine at the end?
There is no requirement to purchase wine from PRP Wine International at the conclusion of the series. However, I believe that once you sample our wines, you'll quickly identify some favorites AND you'll understand why you'd want to purchase some of those wines to have on hand. Completion of the series will earn you a $100 Gift Certificate that you can apply to the purchase of a mixed case (12) of wine. That coupon expires within 30 days of the course completion, and it can be used at our August 7-8 Warehouse Sale.
Can I sign up with friends?
Yes, you're encouraged to sign up alongside your friends. However, please note that the $100 gift certificates cannot be combined toward one case.
I'd love to sign up, but I can't make these dates. Will you offer this again?
Admittedly, this is my first trial run teaching this course. I hope to offer it in the future, but I need to see how it goes!
I have additional questions.
No problem! Please reach out to me directly to discuss any questions you have about this series and your potential participation.
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