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SUMMARY:Exotic Wines: The Wine Tasting Class
DESCRIPTION:**The Quest for Rare and Remarkable Wines** \nThe pursuit of the exotic is as old as the hills\, but when it comes to wine\, the quest takes on a particular charm. As we uncork these bottles\, a simple question lingers: Are these wines deliciously exotic\, or exotically delicious? By the end of this class\, you might find yourself pondering why the world at large has overlooked these hidden gems\, and you’ll be grateful that we have not. \nIn this gathering\, obscurity and rarity are the themes of the day. We’ve traversed continents—both in spirit and in person—to unearth wines that are as uncommon as they are intriguing. Here\, you’ll be introduced to wines from the most unexpected corners of the globe\, wines whose names you may not recognize but whose flavors will leave a lasting impression. Yet\, their exotic origins are only part of the story. These wines must stand on their own merit—they must be undeniably good. \nIf you are one to relish in discovering something new\, something extraordinary\, this class is your calling. But if you find contentment in the familiar embrace of a buttery Chardonnay\, you might find yourself a bit out of place. Some of these wines hail from far-flung regions\, others from grapes that defy the norm\, and some marry both in a way that is nothing short of magical. No matter how seasoned you are in the world of wine\, this experience is bound to expand your understanding of just how vast and varied that world truly is. \nThis class also offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a cellar master and sommelier. You’ll be privy to wines and regions long before they become the next big thing. Take\, for example\, the very first “Exotica” class at the Wine School back in 2002. Among the wines featured was a then little-known Malbec from Argentina\, a wine that has since found its place on the world stage. How the times have changed\, and how fortunate we are to have been ahead of the curve.
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LOCATION:The Wine School Of Philadelphia\, 127 S. 22nd St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exotic Wines: The Wine Tasting Class
DESCRIPTION:Obscure\, Rare\, and Shockingly Delicious. \nIs it deliciously exotic—or exotically delicious? Either way\, we’re popping corks on wines that most people have never heard of… but won’t soon forget. \nIn this class\, the rule is simple: the more off-the-radar\, the better. We’ve crisscrossed the globe—figuratively and literally—to track down wines that defy the mainstream. Some are from regions you didn’t know made wine. Some are crafted from grapes you’ve never seen on a label. A few are both. Those are the real gems. \nThese wines aren’t just rare curiosities. They’re genuinely\, thrillingly good. That’s the bar. We’re not here to sip something weird just to say we did. These bottles earn their spot. \nIf you’re the type who’d rather try something bold than stick to the usual buttery Chardonnay\, you’re in the right place. Expect to leave this class with a few new obsessions—and a broader sense of how wild and wonderful the wine world really is. \nBonus: you’ll also get a look inside the mind of a cellar master. The kind of wine nerd who spots trends a decade before they show up on wine lists. Case in point: our first Exotica class in 2002 featured an unknown wine from Argentina made with a strange little grape called Malbec. Yeah. That happened.
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