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Thu, Sep 11
|Book Society
[SOLD OUT] Crush Course: Wine Tasting Fundamentals Series
A fun, no-snobbery intro to wine tasting at Book Society. This three-part series with sommelier Lauren Reuthinger explores wine fundamentals, varietal comparisons, and food pairings—designed to boost your confidence and your palate, one sip at a time.
Time & Location
Sep 11, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Book Society, 2945 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705, USA
About the event
At Book Society, we believe wine should be fun—not intimidating. Whether you’re exploring our book & wine pairings or pouring yourself a taste at the sip station, our goal is to make discovering wine feel approachable, enjoyable, and totally judgment-free.
That’s the spirit behind our new Wine Tasting Fundamentals series: a relaxed, informative, and interactive journey into the world of wine. Led by Lauren Reuthinger, C.S. of Oliver McCrum Wines (the go-to importer for exceptional Italian wines), this three-part class is designed for curious beginners and wine lovers who want to sip a little smarter—without the snobbery.
Class Schedule:
September 4 – Wine Fundamentals
Learn how to taste and assess wine like a pro. We’ll explore the basics of flavor, structure, and aroma, introduce key Italian wine regions, and talk fundamentals of food and wine pairing to kick things off.
September 11 – Wine Comparisons