Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Instructor: Paul Daggett
Cost: $35 per person

Have you ever found yourself disappointed after drinking a wine that was not disappointed after a wine that was not as complex, interesting and flavorful as you had hoped?  Maybe the problem isn't the wine, but instead of the glass you tasted it in.   Riedel Crystal has proven that drinking wine in the appropriate stem heightens the level of enjoyment substantially (for sight, smell, and taste).  In this presentation, we will compare an ordinary wine glass to specialized Riedel stems- we will be pouring some top selections as well as everyday favorites.  We'll smell and taste wines in each stem to demonstrate the differences and prove the point that the right glass just might make you a believer in nuance after all. 

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(Wines of the Rhône and Provence)
Monday, January 12, 2009
Instructor: Terrence French
Cost: $45

Class is Sold Out!

Fresh from his travels to the Rhône, Terrence French will help you gain an appreciation of two of the most classic wine regions from France. Both have an impressive streak of five excellent vintages and the quality to price ration is high. We will survey the wines of these appellations and gain insight into their merit, history and traditions. From Lyon to Avignon join us for a night to inspire your own journey.

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Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Instructor: Bill McCleary
Cost: $35


Class is Sold Out

The original Surdyk’s wine class! Our Intro class is the perfect opportunity for novice wine lovers and individuals who would like to polish their palates and gain a bit of useful knowledge. The class focuses a bit on wine history and how to properly taste wine. We will identify the flavor profile of the major wine varietals, and supply you with enough basic know-how to begin exploring on your own!

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Surdyk's Winter White Sale

January 14-17

There's never enough of the white stuff in Minnesota...

Stock up on more!!

20% off all WHITE wine
10% off all CLEAR spirits

Monday, January 19, 2009
Instructor: Elise Olson
Cost: $40


THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT

This cheese primer will take us around the globe to introduce the types, textures and flavors that make up the most amazing cheeses in the world.  We'll teach you the basics; which rinds are edible, which blues to crumble, the intricacies of different milk types and how best to store cheeses at home.  We'll taste ten different cheeses from countries around the world, accompanied by red and white table wine, that cover the ever expanding scope of artisan cheese.

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Tuesday, January 20
Instructor: Roger Clark
Cost: $40

Great wine doesn't have to break the bank! We will scour the globe, sift through the hype, dodge the pitfalls and uncover the hidden gems in the universe of wine bargains. We aren't talking bargain basement, but we guarantee bang for your buck. Come to learn the principals of bargain shopping, to taste great wines and be amazed along the way. Trust your instinct!

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Monday, January 26, 2009
Instructor: Brad Magerkurth
Cost: $35

Beer drinkers know that beer isn't just for summertime anymore.  The cold, snowy weather outside can be the perfect opportunity to enjoy the fun and flavors of seasonal winter beers.  Together, we'll try some new and and some old favorites.  This class will be filled with discussion on brewing, beer styles and answers to questions you may have any beer topic.  Take some time to join us and this tasting will be rewarding as well as refreshing.

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Tuesday, January 28, 2009
Instructor: Roger Clark
Cost: $40

How is it that one of the world’s pre-eminent wine growing nations, with wine history back to the Holy Roman Empire and growing one of the most joyful and delicious grapes on our planet, could possibly have a so-so reputation with today’s wine drinkers? For those who claim they don’t like German wines because they can’t stand sweet, be prepared for delicious surprises. Be amazed as we explore the depths of not only the noble Riesling grape, but some striking variations as well.

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