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Sonoma Pinots

Sonoma County is home to some of California's oldest premium vintners from the coastal regions of Fort Ross through the Dry Creek Valley to the town of Sonoma itself. Pinot Noir wa

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Sonoma Pinots

Sonoma Pinots

Sonoma County is home to some of California's oldest premium vintners from the coastal regions of Fort Ross through the Dry Creek Valley to the town of Sonoma itself. Pinot Noir wa

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Sonoma County is home to some of California’s oldest premium vintners from the coastal regions of Fort Ross through the Dry Creek Valley to the town of Sonoma itself. Pinot Noir was not always the star in Sonoma. Some would believe it was Zinfandel that made the appellation famous.

Your instructor will choose six of the best Pinot Noirs from Sonoma County for a blind tasting, as you talk about the rich history of these wines and their region. The only real way to find out if you enjoy one style over another is to taste wines without knowing the label. Phil will show you how to use your senses to zero in on flavor profiles that work for you.

Class Policies

  • Ages 21 and up are welcome.
  • Although there will be light snacks, consider having a bit to eat before class.
  • Each participant will need to be registered for the class (no drop-ins).
Instructor
Phil Toohey

Phil Toohey joined the wine industry in 1975 in the buying office at Macy’s Union Square in San Francisco. Toohey went on to take a position on the national sales team at Sebastiani Vineyards in Sonoma, Calif. Since that time, he has managed wineries and developed two of his own wine brands in Napa Valley. Toohey is a member of the Society of Wine Educators and taught wine classes and tasting for Total Wines in Silverdale. He lives on Bainbridge Island with his wife, Necie.

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