About this Event
MerchantofWine.com and Learnaboutwine.com partner together to produce and market amazing tasting experiences. We are thrilled to relaunch our "Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate” efforts… showcasing top quality products from smaller artisan producers - hosted by Sommelier Ian Todd Blackburn.
Exclusive evening promises to be a sensory delight, featuring a curated selection of fine wines, artisanal cheeses, and delectable chocolates.
Attendees will have the opportunity to savor an array of exquisite wines from around the world, carefully chosen to complement the rich flavors of cheese and the sweetness of chocolate. With a focus on unique and exceptional pairings, this event offers a rare chance to explore the intricate dance of tastes and aromas that only wine, cheese, and chocolate can provide.
WINES WITH CHEESES:
Bollinger, Special Cuvée, Champagne, France, NV with a Triple Cream Brillat-Savarin
Manincor, 'Reserve Della Contessa' Bianco, Alto Adige, Italy, 2021 with a Magical Taleggio
Bodegas Virgen de Lorea, Señorío de Otxaran Txakoli, Txakolina, Spain, 2021 with Basque Cheese like Nata de Cantabria or Arzúa-Ulloa
Colleformia, Skin Contact, Formica Gialla, Lazio, Italy, 2020 with Stinky Cheese and Orange Marmalade (WILD PAIRING)
Müller, Grüner Veltliner, Eiswein, Kremstal, Australia, 2021 with Strong Blue Veined Cheese like Roquefort
Heron, Pinot Noir, Monterey, California, 2021 with Teuscher of Switzerland
Domaine de Fontenille, Luberon Rouge, Rhône, France, 2020 with Amadei 63% Toscano Blanc
Tenuta Sette Ponti, Crognolo, Tuscany, Italy, 2021 with Eldora Artisan Crafted 70% Dark (Single Origin Uganda Semuliki Forest)
Alegre Valganon, Tinto, Rioja, Spain, 2021 with Teuscher 77% of Switzerland
Kopke, 50 Years Old Tawny Port, Douro, Portugal with Coco Suisse Croquante
*Actual lists will be determined in the final days before for the event.
More information can be found at
Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate | In-Person Wine Tasting Class | Ian Blackburn – Learn About Wine
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ABOUT IAN BLACKBURN, WINE EDUCATOR - 25 YEARS OF INDUSTRY SERVICE
Ian discovered the wine industry at the ripe age of 21 while working for famous chefs such as Thomas Keller and Joachim Splichal in the top dining rooms of Los Angeles. The discovery of wine and his endless need for knowledge quickly engulfed Ian’s life. His passion would eventually redirect his career from restaurants and hotels to vineyards and education. In 1995 LearnAboutWine.com was born, becoming the first website dedicated to wine education.
With over 25-years of experience traveling the wine world, Ian is a published author (Wiley Publications, 2002), has 10 vintages of top level winemaking on his resume at Beekeeper Cellars, and is considered one of the region's best wine educators. Ian’s push to evolve and his ability to pivot has produced a strata of new concepts such as, ZoomIntoWine.com (virtual education), MerchantofWine.com (the family’s online wine store), and now the return of in-person gatherings with LearnAboutWine.com. Ian maintains high levels of entertainment and enthusiasm at his events by using all the great gathering spots in LA as potential venues. All while making a name for himself in the wine industry, Ian has never forgotten to give back to the community. Over the last few years he has raised over $650,000 for the T.J. Martell Foundation, which donates to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to help fund research to cure cancer in children. The combined charity efforts of LearnAboutWine have raised over a million dollars for a variety of causes throughout Los Angeles and beyond.
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Our Policy
All tickets are non-refundable. Wines can change without notice, failure or corked wine at the dinner does not result in any type of credit or refund. Cancellation due to illness is not allowed. The perishable nature of our product requires no cancellations, no credit, no refunds for any reason, no date swaps, but you may assign your seat to someone else without fee.
NOTICE REGARDING ALLERGIES, FOOD RESTRICTIONS + LIMITATIONS INCLUDING BEVERAGES BUT NOT LIMITED TO WINE
Unfortunately, refreshments and food & beverage substitutions are politely declined. We try our best to accommodate food limitations/restrictions, however, it is our policy is to inform you that we make no promises or guarantees of any particular food/ beverage accommodation, regardless of whether WineLA or our third-party venue is providing refreshments/ food and/or beverages.
We make no promises guarantees that if/ any refreshments/food and/or beverages are free of any allergens and/or health restricting products/elements.
We will not be held responsible/liable for/if any illness that may occur while consuming at his/her/their own free will and at his/her/their own discretion.
*Please be advised, outside food and beverage is not permitted at any of our events.
*Adult Participants must be 21 and over. Valid government issued ID required to attend this event. The entirety of the experience is important and vital for the enjoyment of all adult participants. Our private events are created for adults 21-years of age and older and unable to accommodate minors. Minors are not allowed into any of our events.
*ALL/ANY TICKET SALE IS FINAL. WE DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS/EXCHANGES/CREDITS/TRANSFERS BETWEEN OUR PROGRAMS.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Papille Gustative, 2823 Main Street, Santa Monica, United States
USD 147.50 to USD 278.75
