201 – Style, Structure & the Female Perspective
In Style, Structure & the Female Perspective, we’ll explore how many women winemakers approach balance, texture, and site expression — not because of gender stereotypes, but because of training, philosophy, and decision-making. This class examines the intentional choices behind the wines: harvest timing, oak use, extraction, acidity, and restraint.
Through side-by-side tastings, you’ll learn how subtle shifts in winemaking choices shape structure and style — and how to recognize those choices in the glass.
What You’ll Learn
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How structure is built: acidity, tannin, alcohol, and texture
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Why restraint vs. power is a stylistic decision, not a quality judgment
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How vineyard transparency and sustainability influence flavor
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The role of education, science, and risk tolerance in winemaking decisions
What We’ll Taste
A focused, comparative lineup designed to highlight choice and intention, such as:
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Two expressions of the same grape with contrasting styles
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Old World vs New World approaches
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A wildcard wine that challenges expectations (whole cluster, amphora, skin contact, etc.)
All wines featured are made or led by women, with producer context revealed throughout the class.
We will taste blind and semi-blind, discussing structure and texture before learning the winemaker’s story — reinforcing palate confidence and objective evaluation.
Style isn’t accidental. Great wine reflects intention — and learning to spot it changes how you taste everything.
🍷 More depth. More contrast. More “aha” moments. Still fun, still approachable.
A few tips prior to class:
⏰ Plan for 3 hours. Given the amount of wine you will drink, and regions you will cover, this class is usually 2.5-3 hours long. Obviously, you are free to leave whenever, but if you don’t want to miss anything, plan for 3 hours.
🥖🥪🍕 Eat before you come to class!
🚕 Plan to have a designated driver or use uber- lyft- friend.
Due to the exclusivity, prepayment is required. Payment is refundable if canceled 24 hours prior to the event.
If it’s sold out, email us and inquire about our waiting list so you’ll be notified if a spot becomes available. Email: vaultrcu@gmail.com