Wines of Portugal Academy New York City | Academia do Vinho - Advanced Level

For most people the concept of tutorials conjures up images of classrooms and teachers, chalkboards (or laptops!), and long boring lectures. But what if the tutorial were in something cool—like Portuguese wines?! Enrollment is now officially open for Wines of Portugal’s ‘Academia do Vinho’- Advanced level.

Held on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at Morton's the Steakhouse - New York, this four-hour intensive will be hosted and taught by Doug Frost, Master Sommelier and Master of Wine. The curriculum will include a rich overview of the country with a focus on the core indigenous grapes that make this Iberian nation unique. In addition, we will break the country down by its regions (from Vinho Verde to the Douro, from Alentejo to the Peninsula de Setubal, and from Bairrada to Lisbon, among others) and taste close to 20 wines, from among Portugal’s over 250 different grapes, to bring to life these appellations and their sub-regions.

Lunch will follow the morning program and the day will culminate with an optional examination which will test if you have what it takes to be a matriculated Portuguese wine expert and receive a certificate attesting your achievement. The top scorer in the class will be eligible to attend an all-expenses paid Portuguese wine trip to further bolster their knowledge of and passion for these amazing Iberian wines. So are you game?

Date: Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Intensive Class (Registration begins at 8:30)

1:00 PM to 1:45 PM Optional Lunch

1:45 PM to 2:30 PM Optional Exam

Host: Master Sommelier and Master of Wine Doug Frost

Location: Morton's The Steakhouse - New York, 551 5th Ave (On 45th between 5th and Madison), New York, NY 10017

Any Cost: Complimentary for qualified wine & restaurant trade; not open to public, business card required.