CCR Online Wine Class: Bubbles and Pairings for a Bright Start to 2023 - February 18, 2023

This online tasting will be dedicated to the various styles and varieties of sparkling wine that Italy has to offer. We will look at different styles of production and why various wines can be simple and light or rich and structured. We will go beyond Prosecco and Franciacorta to other emerging wines made with native grapes from regions all over the country. Not only will we taste some lesser known wines, but we will also look at value for money, quality, and Italy's place as a star in the international sparkling wine market. 
 
Prior to the class, our sommelier will recommend wines and food pairings. Participants can then purchase whichever wines they wish to taste and gather in small groups at home for this wine class. Coordinating will allow you to pool your purchases and taste a larger range of wines.

When: Saturday, February 18, 2023
Time: 7:30-9:00p.m.
Where: on Zoom
Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 
RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed. February 15, 2023. You are financially responsible for your reservation. Book soon, as the number of participants is limited for this interactive class.
 
Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Italian Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier and the Worldwide Sommelier Association, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a Professor of Italian wine and culture. She is the Host of VOICES, covering DEI in the wine industry every Wednesday for the Italian Wine Podcast, and a contributing author and editor in the recently published Wine Democracy (2022) and Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0 (2023). She has her own consulting business, Cynthia Chaplin Wine, and she works with Vinitaly International as Project and Events Manager, as a WSET Certified Educator, and as Editorial Manager and Coordinator of Vinitaly International Academy.

CCR Online Wine Class: Deep Dive into Sangiovese - February 19, 2022

Find out what’s new about Sangiovese, Italy’s best known and much loved indigenous grape. Known for its versatility, Sangiovese is the most cultivated red grape variety in Italy and has given birth to many famous wines. In this lecture and wine tasting with our sommelier, Cynthia Chaplin, we’ll delve deep into Sangiovese and take a look at this famous grape both inside and outside of Tuscany.

When: Saturday, February 19, 2022
Time: 6-7:30p.m.
Where: on Zoom
Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 
RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed. February 16, 2022. You are financially responsible for your reservation. Book soon, as the number of participants is limited for this interactive class.
 
Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier and with the Worldwide Sommelier Association, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a professor of Italian wine and culture. Besides writing articles about wine for magazines and websites, she judges at international wine and sake competitions, and she consults with restaurants and enotecas on developing their wine lists and food pairings. Cynthia is currently a Project Manager and Educator for Vinitaly International Academy, and host on the Voices Series for The Italian Wine Podcast.

CCR Online Wine Class: Italy vs France - January 15, 2022

Italy and France are two of the finest wine producers in the world. What is unique about each? Is one better than the other? Our sommelier, Cynthia Chaplin will take us on a ’wine tour’ of these two great wine producing countries from the comfort of our homes. Prior to the class, Cynthia will recommend a selection of wines, allowing participants to purchase whichever ones they wish to taste. Join us in discovering, enjoying, and learning more about wine. 

 
When: Saturday, January 15, 2022
Time: 6-7:30p.m.
Where: on Zoom
Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 
RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed. January 12, 2022. You are financially responsible for your reservation. Book soon, as the number of participants is limited for this interactive class.
 
Cynthia Chaplin is a Vinitaly International Academy certified Wine Ambassador, a professional sommelier with Fondazione Italiana Sommelier and with the Worldwide Sommelier Association, a member of Le Donne del Vino, and a professor of Italian wine and culture. Besides writing articles about wine for magazines and websites, she judges at international wine and sake competitions, and she consults with restaurants and enotecas on developing their wine lists and food pairings. Cynthia is currently a Project Manager and Educator for Vinitaly International Academy, and host on the Voices Series for The Italian Wine Podcast.

CCR Online Wine Class: The Many Faces of Aglianico - May 15, 2021

Our sommelier Cynthia Chaplin has put together a special series of online wine classes. This is an exceptional opportunity to discover, enjoy and learn about Italian wine and culture from the comfort of our own homes. There will be something new for both novices and for those familiar with Italian wines. We’ll let Cynthia know in advance who is joining so that she can best meet the needs of the participants.

 

Each class will cover a specific theme and include a bit of history, information about grape varietals, soil, climate, location, and how all those elements affect the final result in the glass. And then we will taste a wine (or two) based on the theme presented. Prior to the class, Cynthia will recommend a selection of wines, allowing participants to purchase whichever ones they wish to taste. She will suggest the type of wine and the region it is from.

The Fifth Class – The Many Faces of Aglianico

 

We’ll deep dive into a single grape and discover how one grape can vary from place to place, how it expresses each location differently and why. How does the hand of man change the outcome and personality of various wines made with the same grape? Explore the variety of wine styles the Aglianico grape can produce and learn about the aging potential and prices points across the range. We'll uncover the history and movement of this grape, as well as how styles have changed from early wine making days to the present.

When: Saturday, May 15, 2021

Time: 6-7:30p.m.

Where: on Zoom

Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 

RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed. May 12, 2021. You are financially responsible for your reservation. Book soon, as the number of participants is limited for this interactive class.

 

Cynthia Chaplin, professional sommelier, editor and writer for Infowine.com, member of Le Donne del Vino and professor of Italian wine and culture will give the classes. In Rome she works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars, and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer and a judge at international wine competitions.

CCR Online Wine Classes: Sicily Past and Present - April 17, 2021

Our sommelier Cynthia Chaplin has put together a special series of online wine classes. This is an exceptional opportunity to discover, enjoy and learn about Italian wine and culture from the comfort of our own homes. There will be something new for both novices and for those familiar with Italian wines. We’ll let Cynthia know in advance who is joining so that she can best meet the needs of the participants.

 

Each class will cover a specific theme and include a bit of history, information about grape varietals, soil, climate, location, and how all those elements affect the final result in the glass. And then we will taste a wine (or two) based on the theme presented. Prior to the class, Cynthia will recommend a selection of wines, allowing participants to purchase whichever ones they wish to taste. She will suggest the type of wine and the region it is from.

The Fourth class – Sicily Past and Present

The emergence of this region as a true cutting edge leader of Italian excellence for the future and its success in the fight against the challenges of climate change. A bit of history, a look at the most important grapes, the newest trends and successes, wines to watch over the next few years, producers who are movers and shakers. 

 

When: Saturday, April 17, 2021

Time: 6-7:30p.m.

Where: on Zoom

Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 

RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed., Apr. 15, 2021. You are financially responsible for your reservation. Book soon, as the number of participants is limited for this interactive class.

 

Cynthia Chaplin, professional sommelier, editor and writer for Infowine.com, member of Le Donne del Vino and professor of Italian wine and culture will give the classes. In Rome she works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars, and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer and a judge at international wine competitions.

The classes will be given in English.

CCR Online Wine Classes: Wine and Women - March 13, 2021

Our sommelier Cynthia Chaplin has put together a special series of online wine classes.  This is an exceptional opportunity to discover, enjoy and learn about Italian wine and culture from the comfort of our own homes. There will be something new for both novices and for those familiar with Italian wines. We’ll let Cynthia know in advance who is joining so that she can best meet the needs of the participants.

 

Each class will cover a specific theme and include a bit of history, information about grape varietals, soil, climate, location, and how all those elements affect the final result in the glass. And then we will taste a wine (or two) based on the theme presented. Prior to the class, Cynthia will recommend a selection of wines, allowing participants to purchase whichever ones they wish to taste. She will suggest the type of wine and the region it is from. 

The Third class – Wine and Women

International Women’s Day is celebrated in March and we will mark the day with a ‘wine celebration’ showcasing women wine producers in Italy. More and more women are joining the ranks of a new generation of innovative Italian wine makers. And although still in a minority, women are taking over the business of some of Italy’s top vineyards.

When: Saturday, March 13, 2021

Time: 6-7:30p.m.

Where: Your Place! Online meeting platform: Zoom.

Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 

RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed, Mar. 10, 2021. You are financially responsible for your reservation. Book soon, as the number of participants is limited for this interactive class.

 

Cynthia Chaplin, professional sommelier, member of Le Donne del Vino and professor of Italian wine and culture will give the classes. In Rome she works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars, and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer and a judge at international wine competitions.

 

The classes will be given in English.

CCR Online Wine Classes: Malvasia with a Valentine's Twist - February 13, 2021

Our sommelier Cynthia Chaplin has put together a special series of online wine classes.  This is an exceptional opportunity to discover, enjoy and learn about Italian wine and culture from the comfort of our own homes. There will be something new for both novices and for those familiar with Italian wines. We’ll let Cynthia know in advance who is joining so that she can best meet the needs of the participants.

Each class will cover a specific theme and include a bit of history, information about grape varietals, soil, climate, location, and how all those elements affect the final result in the glass. And then we will taste a wine (or two) based on the theme presented. Prior to the class, Cynthia will recommend a selection of wines, allowing participants to purchase whichever ones they wish to taste. She will suggest the type of wine and the region it is from.

The Second class – Malvasia with a Valentine's Twist

We’ll learn about the history of this important grape and how it expresses itself across the country. Beginning with a wine for the northeast and moving to more full bodies and fruitier wines in the central and southern Italy, we will look at how this grape changes due to terroir, how it works in blends, and its potential to regain prestige on the international market. And Cynthia will have a few surprises in celebration of Valentine’s Day!

When: Saturday, February 13, 2021

Time: 6-7:30p.m.

Where: Your Place! Zoom meeting platform

Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 

RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed, Feb. 10, 2021. You are financially responsible for your reservation.

 

Cynthia Chaplin, professional sommelier, member of Le Donne del Vino and professor of Italian wine and culture will give the classes. In Rome she works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars, and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer and a judge at international wine competitions.

 

The classes will be given in English.

CCR Online Wine Classes: An Italian Wine Fly-By - January 16, 2021

Our sommelier Cynthia Chaplin has put together a special series of online wine classes.  This is an exceptional opportunity to discover, enjoy and learn about Italian wine and culture from the comfort of our own homes. There will be something new for both novices and for those familiar with Italian wines. We’ll let Cynthia know in advance who is joining so that she can best meet the needs of the participants.

Each class will cover a specific theme and include a bit of history, information about grape varietals, soil, climate, location, and how all those elements affect the final result in the glass. And then we will taste a wine (or two) based on the theme presented. Prior to the class, Cynthia will recommend a selection of wines, allowing participants to purchase whichever ones they wish to taste. She will suggest the type of wine and the region it is from. 

The first class - An Italian Wine ‘Fly By’

 

More than an introduction, this session will give a brief background history of wine in Italy plus current trends and events in the sector. Wine styles in Italy compared to those found around the world, a look at the differences between wines in the north and the south, as well as a discussion of premium Italian wines versus those which are excellent quality, good value for money and lesser known internationally. We will drink a white and a red.

When: Saturday, January 16, 2021

Time: 6-7:30p.m.

Where: Your Place! Online meeting platform.

Cost: €10 for members, €12 for non-members; advance payment required to confirm your place. 

RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Linda by Wed, January 13, 2021. You are financially responsible for your reservation.

 

Cynthia Chaplin, professional sommelier, member of Le Donne del Vino and professor of Italian wine and culture will give the classes. In Rome she works with embassies, corporations and private clients, creating and presenting tastings, events, seminars, and in-depth courses. Cynthia is a wine writer and a judge at international wine competitions.

 

The classes will be given in English.