November 17

Wine Tasting

a close up of a person holding a wine glass.

A premier wine selection accompanied by a discussion of the vocabulary for tasting and talking about wines in Italian.

Additional information

Join us on November 17, 2023, from 6:30 – 8:30 PM for an absolutely unforgettable Wine Tasting at our school!

Prepare yourself for a one-of-a-kind experience as ticket holders indulge in a handpicked selection of premier wines, all dedicated to the enchanting theme of “Sapori Autunnali” (Autumn Flavors). This evening promises to be a celebration of rich Italian traditions, delectable cuisine, and cherished friendships. We’re embarking on a journey through Italian wines, perfectly tailored to complement the changing seasons. We’ll move from the vibrant freshness of summer’s fruits and vegetables to the heartwarming comfort of fall’s culinary delights. Our wine selection will span the spectrum, offering a delightful variety of bubbles, full-bodied whites, savory rosati, and spicy reds.

As an added bonus, the wines you savor during the workshop will be available for ordering, so you can take home a piece of this extraordinary experience.

Our workshop will be expertly guided by Mark Middlebrook, hailing from PortoVino Imports and an IIS student, and Emilia Aiello, Italian wine retailer and educator at Cittavino & Co. They will conduct the workshop in a delightful blend of Italian and English, ensuring everyone feels welcome.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional event. Space is limited so register soon!

Our selection of wines:

2020 Scamacca del Murgo Etna Spumante DOC

2019 Cantine Matrone Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Bianco

2019 Maria Ernesta Berucci “L’Onda” Cesanese del Piglio

2022 ‘A Vita Ciro’ Rosato DOC

2022 Claudio Vio “Runcu Brujao” Rosso

2020 Tempa di Zoe Paestum Aglianico IGT

Scarpa Vermouth Bianco

In combination with

Grissini Pugliesi, olive oil rolled breadsticks from Puglia

Moliterno al Tartufo, Sardinian aged sheep milk cheese laced with black truffle

Cisrà, Piemontese chickpea soup

*This event is open only to those 21 years and older.

For additional information, please contact us via email at:

marketing@sfiis.org

PRICE

$65/pers

DURATION

Two hours

HOURS

6:30 - 8:30 pm

WHERE

725 GREENWICH STREET, SUITE 202, 94133 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

Let our students speak for us!

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Erin Yu

"SFIIS runs a fantastic org and program - truly a gem of a school. The staff are warm and wonderfully efficient. I've done both in-person and online classes, and plan to continue for as long as I can. They cover all levels of Italian proficiency, with an engaging mix of private lessons, themed classes (e.g. Italian for Travelers), and regular Term classes. If you can, I highly recommend going in person for at least some lessons - they have a wonderful office in sunny North Beach."

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“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”