Blind Tasting Social series at Outer Space

Monika Bielka-Vescovi is starting a new series, the Blind Tasting Social, at Outer Space every other Thursday starting this week, July 31 from 6 to 7 p.m.  This week’s session is a great introduction to the experience. Step into the exciting world of blind wine tasting with no memorization or labels, just your senses and a glass.  This immersive class is designed for beginner and intermediate tasters who want to build confidence and accuracy in identifying wines using a methodical, step-bystep approach. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn to assess wines by sight, smell and taste using a structured framework inspired by the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting. They’ll demystify common wine traits, explore grape variety signatures and teach you how to decode clues like acid, tannin and aroma profiles. Whether you’re studying for certifications or just love wine, this class will sharpen your palate and boost your wine IQ in a fun, approachable environment. No experience is necessary — just bring your curiosity and get ready to taste, guess, and grow. The cost is $49 at www.napawineclass.com Outer Space Wines, 974 Franklin St., Napa