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Upcoming Events

  • CHAMPAGNE & CO. WINE TASTING & PAIRING (ASHEVILLE)
    CHAMPAGNE & CO. WINE TASTING & PAIRING (ASHEVILLE)
    Tue, Dec 05
    Location is TBD
    Dec 05, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Location is TBD
    Dec 05, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Location is TBD
    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.
  • Christmas Mediterranean Wine Dinner
    Christmas Mediterranean Wine Dinner
    Wed, Dec 13
    Asheville Mountain Kitchen
    Dec 13, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Asheville Mountain Kitchen, 332 E Sondley Dr, Asheville, NC 28805, USA
    Dec 13, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Asheville Mountain Kitchen, 332 E Sondley Dr, Asheville, NC 28805, USA
    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.
  • CHAMPAGNE & CO. WINE TASTING & PAIRING (Mt. Holly/ Charlotte)
    CHAMPAGNE & CO. WINE TASTING & PAIRING (Mt. Holly/ Charlotte)
    Thu, Dec 14
    Mount Holly
    Dec 14, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Mount Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA
    Dec 14, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Mount Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA
    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.
  • Christmas Around the World Wine Dinner
    Christmas Around the World Wine Dinner
    Wed, Dec 20
    Charlotte/ Mt. Holly
    Dec 20, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Charlotte/ Mt. Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA
    Dec 20, 2023, 6:30 PM
    Charlotte/ Mt. Holly, 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA
    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.

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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: 

  • Achieve a higher standard amongst your peers

  • Increase your salary and/or revenue 

  • Achieve personal goals

  • Be better hosts when hosting private events and gatherings

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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.

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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

01

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.

December 20, 2023

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