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Wine Camp – Gervasi Vineyard (Nov 2025)

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November 7-9 - Spend a fall weekend surrounded by vineyards, exceptional wines, and world-class instruction at Wine Camp — a truly immersive experience for wine lovers of all levels. Presented in partnership with the American Wine School, this exclusive retreat offers the rare opportunity to enjoy a luxury wine getaway and earn your WSET Level 1 Award in Wines certification. At the conclusion of the weekend, you’ll take the official WSET Level 1 exam, a 30-question multiple choice test. Upon passing, you’ll receive a WSET certificate — a prestigious credential recognized worldwide in the wine and hospitality industries. TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL GERVASI VIENYARDS DIRECTLY Limited spots available. Call 330-497-1000 ext. 139 to book.
CAMP SCHEDULE

Friday, November 7

7-9pm – Cave Reception and Experience: Kick off the weekend in Gervasi’s underground wine cave with a beautiful antipasti display, four wine tastes and a tour of the barrel facility.

Saturday, November 8

7-8:30am – Enjoy breakfast at your leisure in room or at The Still House

8:30-9am – Welcome and Orientation

9am-12pm – WSET Level 1 Classroom Instruction

12-2pm – Lunch

2-2:45pm – Guided Winery Tour and Meet the Winemaker

3pm – BREAK: Optional South Vineyard Walking Tour or enjoy the Spa at your leisure

6:30-8:30pm – Family-Style Dinner and Wine Pairings in The Bistro, hosted by Gervasi’s Lead Wine Ambassador

Sunday, November 9

7-9am – Enjoy breakfast at your leisure in room or at The Still House

9am-12pm – WSET Level 1 Classroom Instruction

12:15-1pm – Official WSET Level 1 Exam

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Gervasi Vineyard (Jan 2026)

$350.00

This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. In addition to the WSET level 1 lectures and tasting, the Level 1 course at Gervasi Vineyard also includes two property tours led by head winemaker, David Smith as well as a glass of celebratory bubbles after the exam.

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Cheers To The Boot of Italy

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Cheers To The Boot of Italy
Date: Nov 13, 2025 Location: Dante’s Next Door 2247 Professor Ave, Cleveland Time: 6-9pm
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The evening will feature Italian wines from across the diverse landscape of Italy’s boot paired up with Dante’s regionally-inspired, gourmet pizzas. Don your best pair of boots to celebrate the wines of the region while raising funds and awareness in honor of Deborah O’Brien. All proceeds will go directly to the scholarship fund in Deb’s name. Minimum donation ask is $150. Can’t attend, no worries. You can still donate using the donation button.
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The Deborah O’Brien Women in Wine Scholarship
The Women in Wine Scholarship was created in memory of Deborah O’Brien, who contributed to the wine community for many years through her passion as a sales representative and student of wine. Her curiosity, her love of life and its simple pleasures, led her to pursue a deep knowledge of the wine world. Deb’s professionalism and enthusiasm made her a trusted voice in the industry. Her interest drove her to accomplish professional accreditations including the Wine Spirits and Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Award in Wines with Distinction, the Certified Specialist in Wine from the Society of Wine Educators, and other accolades in wine sales. This scholarship is established to provide financial assistance for other women who share the same passion by assisting them in pursuing professional certifications and career advancement in the Wine Industry.

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Grandes Pagos D España Tasting Oct 20 Chicago

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Join us for an exclusive guided and walk-around tasting of Grandes Pagos de España wines, the "Grand Crus" of Spain led by Marianne Frantz, founder of the American Wine School. She will be joined by winemaker Isabel Salgado of Fillaboa, a Grandes Pagos winery. The ultimate terrior designation in Spain, Grandes Pagos de España is Spain's leading association of 31 single estate vineyards dedicated to wines of excellence made in harmony with nature, soil, and climate.

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WSET Level 2 Spirits – Online 02SP2602 (Oct 2025)

$550.00

The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.

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WSET Level 2 Spirits – Online 02SP2601 (Aug 2025)

$550.00

The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Sofitel Chicago (Aug 2025)

$325.00

This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. Online classes are recorded. All in-person class and exams are at the Sofitel, 20 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago.

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WSET Level 2 Spirits – Online 02SP2507 (July 2025)

$550.00

The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.

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Rioja Tasting Oct 15 Chicago

$10.00

This tasting will focus on the excellence, ageability, and diversity of Rioja. Located in the upper Ebro and sheltered by the Cantabrian Mountains, Rioja is home to some of Spain's top wines. Discover the wide range of styles and new classification laws of the region. From easy to sip fruity wines to long-term agers, Rioja has it all.

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Bourgogne Trade Tasting: Bouzeron March 19 Chicago

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This 90 minute tasting will uncover wines from the Village Appellation Bouzeron in the Vignoble de la Chalonnaise. The tasting will be conducted via a live feed from France. Come and learn about this amazing appellation and sample the wines us! Space is limited.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Sofitel Chicago (June 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. Online classes are recorded. All in-person class and exams are at the Sofitel, 20 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Binny’s Chicago ( July 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. All in-person class and exams are at the Binny's in Lincoln Park, Chicago. The exam is offered in-person at Binny's.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Binny’s Chicago ( May 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. All in-person class and exams are at the Binny's in Lincoln Park, Chicago. The exam is offered in-person at Binny's.

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WSET Level 2 Wine – Binny’s Chicago (May 2025)

$675.00

This course and exam will take place in in-person in Chicago at Binny's Beverage Depot in Lincoln Park. Students will receive their study materials as soon as they register for the course. Once the materials have arrived, please start reading the book and taking notes, making flash cards etc. You need to come to class prepared having read the book.

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WSET Level 2 Wine – Detroit ( April 2025)

$595.00

This course is a hybrid course with 3 classes taking place on Zoom and 3 classes taking place in person on one (1) day in Detroit. The exam will take place in Detroit or may be taken online. Students will receive their study materials as soon as they register for the course. Once the materials have arrived, please start reading the book and taking notes, making flash cards etc. You need to come to class prepared having read the book.

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French Wine Essentials Chicago (April 2025)

$500.00

This in-depth program provides current and accurate information on the wines and wine regions of France. Developed and administrated by the French Wine Society with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for serious students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. The course includes all posted class dates, study material, online access, and exam.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Sofitel Chicago (March 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on basic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food and wine pairing as well as basic service knowledge. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Study material will be mailed in advance. Please read the study material prior to attending the first class. Online classes are recorded. All in-person class and exams are at the Sofitel, 20 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Online (June 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on classic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food & wine pairing as well as basic wine service & storage. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 Wine Award certificate and is a great starting point for novice consumers. No experience required. This course is an online course that begins with an instructor-led launch session on ZOOM. This 2-hour session is recorded and can be viewed anytime for those who cannot attend. A class link will be sent to you via email a few days before the class begins. This course contains the same content and materials of our in-person course, however, students are responsible for securing wines locally. A list of suggested wines will be provided during the launch session.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Online (May 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on classic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food & wine pairing as well as basic wine service & storage. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 Wine Award certificate and is a great starting point for novice consumers. No experience required. This course is an online course that begins with an instructor-led launch session on ZOOM. This 2-hour session is recorded and can be viewed anytime for those who cannot attend. A class link will be sent to you via email a few days before the class begins. This course contains the same content and materials of our in-person course, however, students are responsible for securing wines locally. A list of suggested wines will be provided during the launch session.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Online (April 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on classic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food & wine pairing as well as basic wine service & storage. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 Wine Award certificate and is a great starting point for novice consumers. No experience required. This course is an online course that begins with an instructor-led launch session on ZOOM. This 2-hour session is recorded and can be viewed anytime for those who cannot attend. A class link will be sent to you via email a few days before the class begins. This course contains the same content and materials of our in-person course, however, students are responsible for securing wines locally. A list of suggested wines will be provided during the launch session.

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WSET Level 1 Wine – Online (March 2025)

$300.00

This entry level course provides basic information on classic grape varieties, introduction to wine tasting, food & wine pairing as well as basic wine service & storage. Perfect for people new to the world of wine, this course results in a WSET Level 1 Wine Award certificate and is a great starting point for novice consumers. No experience required. This course is an online course that begins with an instructor-led launch session on ZOOM. This 2-hour session is recorded and can be viewed anytime for those who cannot attend. A class link will be sent to you via email a few days before the class begins. This course contains the same content and materials of our in-person course, however, students are responsible for securing wines locally. A list of suggested wines will be provided during the launch session.

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WSET Level 2 Spirits – Online 02SP2506 (May 2025)

$550.00

The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.

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WSET Level 2 Spirits – Online 02SP2505 (March 2025)

$550.00

The course covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs as well as the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Students will be introduced to our Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits while also exploring the use of spirits in cocktails. The product knowledge gained on this course will give a significant advantage to those working with spirits in both on- and off-trade alcohol.

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WSET Level 1 Spirits – Online 01SP2503 (Jan 2025)

$325.00

This entry-level course provides basic information on spirits. Discover the main styles and types of spirits through sight, smell, and taste to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavours and aromas, and how cocktail recipes work. Perfect for people new to the world of spirits, this course results in a WSET Level 1 Spirits certificate and is a great starting point for most novice consumers. No experience required. Your exam maybe taken in-person in Chicago or online in the comfort of your own home. Please indicate in the comment section which exam mode you would like to sit.

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