$29 -- Wine Education w/Tastings at 3rd Street Promenade

The Deal

Taste and learn about award-winning wines with this Local Deal from The California Wine Guy, an expert sommelier and comedian who has appeared on shows such as "Chelsea Lately." For $29 per person, regularly $60, this 1.5-hour experience -- which takes place right on 3rd Street Promenade -- includes a blind tasting of five premium wines, a wine-tasting education and refreshments.

Classes take place Saturday and Sunday afternoons at 1:30 p.m. within Monsoon Cafe. The California Wine Guy (aka Patrick Ney) breaks down the history of the wines you'll taste along with general myths and misunderstandings so you can learn how to identify different wines through sight, smell and taste. Then, put your new wine-tasting skills to the test with a blind tasting of five wines, in which you'll try to guess the varietal, year and country of production.

Wines rotate weekly but may include varietals like Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc -- recently awarded a gold medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition -- Laguna Ranch Chardonnay, Wild Horse Pinot Noir and Edge Cabernet.

Ney mixes in a bit of stand-up comedy to create a fun, easygoing and interactive group environment. A snack plate of cheese, crackers and fruit is provided for the class to complement the wines.

Terms and Conditions
Vouchers can be redeemed starting Saturday, March 2, through July 2, 2013. Reservations are required and subject to availability. Call 310-570-7221 or e-mail californiawineguy@gmail.com with your name/voucher number(s)/desired date/number of people in party to make a reservation and reference voucher. Classes are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. There is a minimum of 15 participants required for classes to take place; if fewer than 15 are booked, your reservation may be rescheduled. Maximum of 50 participants per class. Voucher is subject to forfeiture if you cancel or reschedule your reservation with less than 24 hours' notice. Must be of legal drinking age to use this deal. Gratuity and tax, if applicable, are not included. This deal cannot be combined with any other offer. Must be used in 1 visit.