An exploration of three noble grape varieties and how climate, soil, and tradition shape the personality of each wine. Develop tools to understand what’s in your glass and why it tastes the way it does—no prior wine knowledge required, just a sense of curiosity.

Presenter: Alice Virden-Speer is the Owner of Crush Bottleshop in Hamilton, NY, which opened in 2019. Alice is a longtime wine enthusiast with a deep curiosity about the world of wine who is dedicated to making wine education enjoyable, approachable and accessible to all.