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SUMMARY:UK: California Kickstarter Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:UK importer ABS hosted a California Kickstarter masterclass and lunch at Smith & Wollensky in London on September 21\, 2026\, bringing together 14 trade professionals\, including sommeliers\, media representatives and major retail buyers. \nThe masterclass explored regenerative agriculture in Napa Valley\, with presentations from Maja Jeremaz of Grgich Hills and Chuck Cramer of Terlato. Guests tasted California wines from Grgich Hills\, The Federalist and Rutherford Hills. \nEvent Highlights \n\n14 trade guests attended\, including sommeliers\, press and major retail buyers.\nThe session focused on regenerative agriculture in Napa Valley.\nSpeakers included Maja Jeremaz of Grgich Hills and Chuck Cramer of Terlato.\nWines from Grgich Hills\, The Federalist and Rutherford Hills were featured.\nThe event generated positive feedback and prospective business opportunities.\n\nContact: Nicky Ladwiniec.
URL:https://www.calwinexport.com/trade-calendar/uk-california-kickstarter-masterclass/
LOCATION:London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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SUMMARY:Japan: Next Wave Sommelier Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Three California Wines Sommelier Ambassadors hosted a special dinner at Le Pristine Tokyo on September 11\, 2026\, inspired by their participation in the Next Wave Sessions in California. \nMaika Yamamoto and Daiki Ikeda of Mandarin Oriental Tokyo\, alongside Momoka Mitake of Le Pristine Tokyo\, shared their firsthand experiences through personal storytelling and a seven-wine tasting. The evening introduced guests to the people\, places and evolving styles shaping California wine\, bringing the ambassadors’ educational experiences to a consumer audience. \nEvent Highlights \n\nThree California Wines Sommelier Ambassadors hosted the dinner.\nA seven-wine tasting showcased California’s diverse regions and styles.\nAmbassadors shared personal insights from their Next Wave Sessions in California.\nThe event connected California wine education with consumer engagement through next-generation sommeliers.\n\nEvent Resources \n\nView Instagram Highlights
URL:https://www.calwinexport.com/trade-calendar/japan-next-wave-sommelier-dinner/
LOCATION:Japan\, Japan
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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SUMMARY:China: Sommelier Training Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Throughout September 2026\, California Wines partnered with Capstone education provider Grapea to host a series of sommelier training workshops across mainland China. \nHeld in Beijing\, Guangzhou\, Hangzhou and Shanghai\, the workshops provided advanced California wine education to sommeliers and food and beverage professionals\, supporting their ability to promote and sell California wines in their establishments. \nEvent Highlights \n\nWorkshops held in four major Chinese cities\nAdvanced California wine education for sommeliers and hospitality professionals\nDelivered in partnership with Capstone education provider Grapea\n\nEvent Resources \n\nView Event Photos
URL:https://www.calwinexport.com/trade-calendar/china-sommelier-training-workshops/
LOCATION:China\, China
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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SUMMARY:Germany: California Wine Masterclass in Saarbrücken
DESCRIPTION:Frank Roeder MW led a California wine masterclass for 24 wine enthusiasts in Saarbrücken\, Germany\, on August 18\, 2026. \nOrganized in cooperation with the German American Institute in Saarbrücken\, the tasting introduced participants to wines from six California producers. \nEvent Highlights \n\n24 wine enthusiasts attended the masterclass\nLed by Frank Roeder MW\nOrganized in partnership with the German American Institute\nFeatured wines from Artezin\, Black Stallion\, Four Wines\, Francis Ford Coppola\, Orin Swift and Tablas Creek\n\nEvent Resources \n\nView Event Photos
URL:https://www.calwinexport.com/trade-calendar/germany-california-wine-masterclass-in-saarbrucken/
LOCATION:Germany\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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