Fine Wine Divas is an adventure in learning for women wine enthusiasts who wish to learn how to identify and express their own tastes and sensations in fine wine. Members learn about wines from different regions, the heritage of wineries and the philosophies of wine makers and we experience the communal joy that comes with uncorking a bottle and sharing a glass (or two) with others.
Our members live and work in the Washington DC area and are engaged in local community activities such as Arena Stage, DC Links, opera, ballet, historic preservation and homelessness.
A diverse group, Fine Wine Divas include wine novices as well as serious wine collectors and consummate travelers to wine regions of Italy, France, Spain, the US and South Africa.
Sandra Taylor, the Founder of Fine Wine Divas, is a graduate of the Wine MBA program at The Bordeaux School of Management in France. She has studied wine extensively for many years and completed the French Wine Scholars course in 2010. Sandra is a member of the International Wine and Food Society (DC Chapter) and author of The Business of Sustainable Wine.
MEMBERSHIP
Fine Wine Divas is membership-based and meets 9 times per year for wine tastings, food pairings and wine dinners, with tasting of 5-8 wines per session.
Our events provide an opportunity to socialize, network, learn about (and taste) wines from all over the world in a relaxed, intimate setting.
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TOPICS
TOPICS INCLUDE:
• Grape varieties
• Understanding grape origin and geography
• Terroir – the land
• Grape growing, harvesting and sustainability
• Learning the history of wineries and winemakers
• Recognizing wine by genre
• Ordering wine
• Meaning of bottle shapes and sizes
• Using wine tools
• Serving wine
• Experiencing wine and food pairing
• Creating tabletop settings that accent the food and wine being served
• Meeting others who share a passion for wine
• Traveling domestically and abroad to visit wineries and gain firsthand knowledge
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