MEAT YOUR MAKER! Wine and Charcuterie @ The Spirited Gourmet

Join us for a delicious ride through the world of wine and charcuterie, where every sip meets its soulmate. From bold reds to crisp whites, we’ll pair each pour with the perfect bite – think velvety cheeses, smoky meats, and zesty accompaniments that’ll make your taste buds sing.

You’ll learn the art (and science) of pairing like a pro, discovering why creamy Brie loves a buttery Chardonnay and how a spicy Syrah dances with smoky chorizo. But this isn’t your average wine class – expect a lot of laughs, a little mischief, and plenty of "oohs" and "aahs" as we nibble our way to pairing perfection.

Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned sipper, this is your ticket to a palate-pleasing evening of flavor, fun, and fabulous company.

WINE + CHARCUTERIE MENU (tentative) Sauvignon Blanc + Chèvre (goat's milk cheese) | Pinot Grigio "Ramato" + Speck (smoked prosciutto) and melon | Greenvale Chardonnay + Brie | Dolcetto + Soppressata (cured pork sausage) | Côtes du Rhône Rouge + Tapenade d'olive (olive, caper, and garlic paste) on baguette | Rioja + Chorizo picante (spicy pork sausage)

PLEASE NOTE Wine & food menus are subject to change based on availability, inspiration, and whimsy!

WHO SHOULD ATTEND This is a survey course for beginners and enthusiasts alike. It assumes some exposure to wine but little or no formal wine knowledge. This program is appropriate for both consumers and professionals in all wine, food, hospitality and service industries.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Students will learn technical wine tasting, the major wine grapes, wine and food pairing basics, and fundamentals of wine style. The emphasis is on providing an overview of wine and food, plus an deep understanding of pairing concepts.

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS Guests & students must be at least 21.

JONATHON ALSOP is founder & executive director of the Boston Wine School, author of The Wine Lover’s Devotional and , and a commentator for National Public Radio on WGBH | Boston Public Radio and Under The Radar.

He began writing about wine, food and travel in 1988 and emerged as a wine expert through his syndicated wine column. He has contributed numerous articles to the Associated Press, Frequent Flyer Magazine, La Vie Claire, Beverage Business Magazine, Mobil Travel Guides, Fodor’s Travel Guides, Boston Globe, and many others.

Jonathon founded the Boston Wine School in 2000 where he teaches wine and food classes in a dedicated 100% snob-free zone. His new book Wine Life: A Collection Of Verses will be published in 2025.

THE SPIRITED GOURMET | thespiritedgourmet.com | 448 Common Street, Belmont MA 02478

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