An Exploration of Wine in Its Purest Expression
$95 Per Person | $150 Day-of-Event Pricing
Discover a world of wine that celebrates authenticity, individuality, and the art of doing less. Join us for an intimate tasting experience dedicated to the fascinating world of natural and low-intervention wines—where thoughtful farming, minimal manipulation, and a deep connection to the land create wines unlike anything else.
Led by wine professional and WSET-certified educator Kendall York, this class introduces an extraordinary selection of boutique producers and hidden gems celebrated by sommeliers and wine enthusiasts around the world. Explore the stories behind these distinctive bottles, discover what makes natural wine so compelling, and experience the remarkable diversity of flavors that emerge when nature takes the lead.
Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned wine lover, this is an opportunity to expand your palate, challenge expectations, and discover your next favorite bottle.
Your experience includes a curated cheese and charcuterie plate to complement the tasting.
Space is limited. Join us in the heart of the Los Angeles Arts District for an afternoon of discovery, exceptional wines, and great company.
Kendall York is a wine professional and WSET Level 2–certified educator whose career has been rooted in the low-intervention wine world. She got her start at natural wine institutions including Helen’s and Silver Lake Wines, followed by a harvest in Austria. She later ran the wine program at Melody Wine Bar and now represents Farm Wine Imports.
Farm Wine works with some of the most respected names in natural and boutique wine, including iconic French & Italian importer, Louis/Dressner, and Spanish importer, José Pastor. Kendall’s specialty is finding producers who make wines with an unusual level of honesty and intention: wines made from thoughtful farming, no additives, and a deep respect for history and place.
The wines we’ll taste are very much an “if you know, you know” collection. These are bottles that have become quietly essential to people who care deeply about wine—the kinds of producers that sommeliers, collectors, and growers themselves get excited about. They’re singular, delicious, and deeply connected to the people and places that make them. If you know these wines, you know how important they are. And if you don’t, this is a pretty great way to find out.
Farm Wine works with some of the most respected names in natural and boutique wine, including iconic French & Italian importer, Louis/Dressner, and Spanish importer, José Pastor. Kendall’s specialty is finding producers who make wines with an unusual level of honesty and intention: wines made from thoughtful farming, no additives, and a deep respect for history and place.
The wines we’ll taste are very much an “if you know, you know” collection. These are bottles that have become quietly essential to people who care deeply about wine—the kinds of producers that sommeliers, collectors, and growers themselves get excited about. They’re singular, delicious, and deeply connected to the people and places that make them. If you know these wines, you know how important they are. And if you don’t, this is a pretty great way to find out.
*We reserve the right to change the wine line up without notice. We open one bottle per paying guest. The cost of our event is never based on any one bottle of wine but the cost of the event to operate and perform.
**We do not include but do encourage gratuity, if you agree we have worked to your satisfaction and are impressed by our show.
Location
Located in the heart of the Arts District in downtown Los Angeles, next to Bavel, Girl and the Goat and Blue Bottle Coffee, The Private Event Classroom is the home of LearnAboutWine.com. The 2000 square foot loft space at 530 Molino (number #214) provides an intimate and modern setting to accompany the next steps in your journey into wine. Here you will explore the nuances and bold flavors of wines from all over the world, in a relaxed and discerning environment led by Ian Blackburn. Come and explore a new experience toward gaining an unparalleled appreciation of wine. Please note: there are no tickets available at the door. All tickets to the learnaboutwine.com classroom events must be purchased in advance on the website and your name must be on the guest list for admission. Please bring your id, no one under 21 years of age is permitted in the space.
530 Molino St #214, Los Angeles, CA 90013
About
IAN BLACKBURN
Ian Blackburn, CSW, Event Producer
Ian discovered the wine industry while visiting the Napa Valley as a Culinary Student. Ian moved his focus to the front of the house, while working with Thomas Keller and Joachim Splichal in Los Angeles. Now in his 30th year hosting events; leading trips around the wine world; Ian has published a wine education book and is working on a new one; Ian has his own wine brand called Beekeeper Cellars and has sat for the difficult Master of Wine Exam! Today, Ian is considered one of the region’s best wine educators and works for his 120,000 followers (follow me), visiting vineyards and wine regions and produce over 100 wine classes and events per year for Learnaboutwine.com
