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Upcoming Events
- Tue, Dec 05Location is TBDDec 05, 2023, 6:30 PMLocation is TBD
- Wed, Dec 13Asheville Mountain KitchenDec 13, 2023, 6:30 PMAsheville Mountain Kitchen, 332 E Sondley Dr, Asheville, NC 28805, USADec 13, 2023, 6:30 PMAsheville Mountain Kitchen, 332 E Sondley Dr, Asheville, NC 28805, USAGet ready for a splendid evening of gastronomic delight at our Christmas Wine Dinner by Asheville Mountain Kitchen! Join us for an exquisite event hosted by the Wine Educator & Sommelier Mary and esteemed Chef Ofri from Asheville Mountain Kitchen.
- Thu, Dec 14Mount HollyDec 14, 2023, 6:30 PMMount Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USADec 14, 2023, 6:30 PMMount Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USAJoin us to kick off the Holiday celebrations with a fantastic educational and fun masterclass and tasting featuring the different sparkling wines of the world. We will cover some of the main sparkling wine producers of the world, from Champagne to Franciacorta.
- Wed, Dec 20Charlotte/ Mt. HollyDec 20, 2023, 6:30 PMCharlotte/ Mt. Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USADec 20, 2023, 6:30 PMCharlotte/ Mt. Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USAGet ready for a splendid evening of gastronomic delight at our Christmas Wine Dinner along with Perry Culinary Services! Join us for an exquisite event hosted by the Wine Educator & Sommelier Mary and esteemed Chef Chris from Perry Culinary Services.
- Benjamin Franklin
ABOUT US
The Wine Academy was founded as a whole immersive wine education experience aimed at professional and wine aficionados. With over 15 years of experience in the food and beverage industry
we provide actional insight on wine education, wine entrepeneurship and to help consumers to start their wine journey.

WINE EDUCATION
Wine Scholar Guild (Spain + France). Professional wine certifications can help you:
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Achieve a higher standard amongst your peers
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Increase your salary and/or revenue
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Achieve personal goals
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Be better hosts when hosting private events and gatherings

Happy Students
What they're saying
The wine academy is welcoming as well as a great class environment for learning.
Terri Watts
Mary is extremely knowledgeable and has a diverse portfolio of qualifications. Her experience and approach to wine made my experience testing for WSET one to remember.
Cory Lillberg
Mary the owner is a fantastic teacher and is extremely knowledgeable about wine.
Richard Hadley
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CHAMPAGNE & CO. WINE TASTING & PAIRING (ASHEVILLE)
Join us to kick off the Holiday celebrations with a fantastic educational and fun masterclass and tasting featuring the different sparkling wines of the world.
We will cover some of the main sparkling wine producers of the world, from Champagne to Franciacorta.
December 5, 2023

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Christmas Mediterranean Wine Dinner
Get ready for a splendid evening of gastronomic delight at our Christmas Wine Dinner by Asheville Mountain Kitchen! Join us for an exquisite event hosted by the Wine Educator & Sommelier Mary and esteemed Chef Ofri from Asheville Mountain Kitchen.
December 13, 2023

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CHAMPAGNE & CO. WINE TASTING & PAIRING (Mt. Holly/ Charlotte)
Join us to kick off the Holiday celebrations with a fantastic educational and fun masterclass and tasting featuring the different sparkling wines of the world.
We will cover some of the main sparkling wine producers of the world, from Champagne to Franciacorta.
December 14, 2023

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Christmas Around the World Wine Dinner
Get ready for a splendid evening of gastronomic delight at our Christmas Wine Dinner along with Perry Culinary Services! Join us for an exquisite event hosted by the Wine Educator & Sommelier Mary and esteemed Chef Chris from Perry Culinary Services.