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Academy of Wine

Learn, discover, and meet new friends through wine events at The Academy

Upcoming Wine Events

  • Wine Club Release Party
    Wine Club Release Party
    Wed, Nov 11
    The Academy SF
    Nov 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Join Michael Wells and London Torres for our next Wine Club release, open to all! Wine Club members, come pick up your bottles and enjoy a free sample flight. If you're "Wine Club Curious," come by and we'll have flights for purchase, or you can join on the spot and we'll comp the flight.
  • Left Bank, Right Mood: All to know about Bordeaux
    Left Bank, Right Mood: All to know about Bordeaux
    Sat, Nov 14
    The Academy SF
    Nov 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Grab your passport (and your wine glass!) for an evening exploring the celebrated wines of Bordeaux, France. Join our Sommelier London as she takes you through this iconic wine region, discovering its distinctive varietals, rich history, and the stories behind some of the world’s most beloved wines.

The Academy SF offers classes, workshops, tastings, food pairings, travel, and other engaging events focused on the shared interest in wine among LGBTQ+ people and allies.
 
The wine program and list, curated by Wine Director Michael Wells, CS, is particularly focused on queer, BIPOC, and female voices often underrepresented in the industry.

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