17561 - Wine Appreciation and Tasting

Course Overview

When we think of wine, chances are we don't necessarily think of New Mexico as the land of "wine opportunities." What elements make a good wine? Understand the key aspects of wine culture and how different features like growing environment and storage methods impact the character of a wine. You will also learn how to correctly taste and evaluate a wine based on aroma, flavor, color, clarity, mouthfeel and finish. Produced exclusively from New Mexico grapes, Sheehan Winery’s award-winning wines reflect the unique combination of sun, high altitude, dry climate and soil of the New Mexico climate. Join us for a relaxing and informative program on New Mexico’s wine culture!

What You'll Learn

• Learn what elements constitute good wine and how to identify them
• Understand key aspects of wine culture and how different features impact the character of wine
• Learn to correctly taste and evaluate wine based on aroma, flavor, color clarity, mouthfeel and finish
• Understand more about the incredible wine culture and history of the Land of Enchantment!

Who Should Attend

Additional Information

Please note: Participants must be age 21 and over on the date of class. You will be required to present a state issued picture ID at the start of class.

If you'd like to register more than one person, please call us at 505-277-0077, option one or email to ceregistration@unm.edu