“Bruce inspired me to add this new hobby to my life and I am having a ton of fun! Best of all, he made wine a realistic enjoyment, not a snooty event just for the old and moneyed. He brought the enjoyment of wine down to my level (a total newbie) and took the intimidation factor out of it. Thanks so much!”

—Former Student (anonymous)

What Experts and Students Are Saying About Bruce

From the experts:

“Bruce Cass is extremely knowledgeable about wine. His information-packed, thought-provoking, often irreverent teaching style makes learning about wine effortless and fun.”

—Karen MacNeil, author, The Wine Bible

“Bruce genuinely wants to communicate his enthusiasm for wine and is one of the most forceful and entertaining speakers on wine I have ever met.”

—Jancis Robinson, author, The Oxford Companion to Wine and world's most prestigious wine writer jancisrobinson.com

“Bruce Cass is the most gifted speaker and educator I have encountered. He presents ideas with the utmost clarity, never takes himself too seriously, and proceeds on the assumption that learning about wine should be a totally enjoyable experience.”

—James Halliday, Australia's pre-eminent wine writer

“Bruce knows New World wines better than just about anyone. But what sets Bruce above the rest is his unique ability to make this knowledge come alive for students in a way that's accessible, informative, insightful, but never, ever pretentious.”

—Heather John, Senior Editor, Bon Appetit Magazine

“Bruce Cass knows what he is talking about. He has not only read the books and tasted the wines, he has also been—hands and feet first—in the vineyards and in the wineries of the areas about which he teaches. To listen to—and to watch—Bruce Cass teach about wine is in itself a learning experience.”

—Patrick W Fegan, Director, CHICAGO WINE SCHOOL and wine columnist for the Chicago Tribune

From his students:

“A great wine education class. I was amazed by the instructor's wealth of knowledge, the great wines to taste and talk about, and the small, intimate class size. A fun way to learn a lot about wine.”

—Will, Ritchie Creek Vineyards

“Bruce's class allows you to expand your taste to wines from different parts of the world. I buy more wine now, and my choices keep growing.”

—Former Student (anonymous)

“We were introduced to a different kind of wine every week-and although my husband is more an expert than I am, we both learned a huge amount AND had a great time! A wonderful way to get together a group of friends in a social setting...what a deal!”

—Kelly, Research Analyst, Piper Jaffrey

“By knowing what I liked and disliked I was more comfortable ordering and purchasing wine. Also, after the class I had a broader knowledge of wine and enjoyed drinking it so much more it has become my beverage of choice!”

—Former Student (anonymous)

“I have taken both courses. The instructors tell it how it is, simply and eloquently without intimidation. This instills the confidence to explore wines on our own, as well as encouraging us to develop and express our own opinions and preferences. I really enjoy the personal stories about the different wineries and wine makers around the world. I was always entertained while learning at the same time.”

—Liz, Director of Trade & PR, Southcorp Wines

“For all the years I have been tasting, drinking, buying, reading, and researching, I'd yet to take a fundamentals course. I'm a firm believer that you can always learn something new, which I did. I will continue to recommend to friends and co-workers alike.”

—Mora, Sr. Channel Manager, Direct Sales, MarketTools, Inc.

“I was impressed with the organization and the selection of wines. Bruce Cass fostered a fun atmosphere linked with great and informative teaching. I am definitely signing up for the next round of classes.”

—Owen, General Sales Manager, TicketPlanet.com

—Former Student (anonymous)