Clayton Location

20 South Hanley
Clayton, MO 63105
Phone: 314.863.6282
Fax: 314.863.5670

Open: Monday - Friday 9 A.M. - 8 P.M.
Saturday 9 A.M. - 8 P.M.
Sunday 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.



Terms: Classes start at 6:00 P.M. and are priced per evening. Sales tax is not included. Seating is limited and reservations are required. 100% payment at the time of reservations is mandatory to confirm your seats. Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations. Sorry, no cancellations and no refunds. Thank you.

2008 Classes


Tuesday, September 30
Best Buys
Good wines don't have to be expensive! Come taste some great quality wines without breaking the bank. Taught by Jeff Birkemeier.
$15 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Friday, October 3
Introduction to Wine: Weekend Edition
For those looking to learn more about wine, this is a great starting point. We'll talk about wine appreciation and etiquette, how to categorize and classify wines, restaurant wine service, storage and picking wines for any situation. Taught by Jeff Birkemeier.
$35 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Saturday, October 4
Piedmont and Tuscany
Piedmont produces some of the best known wines in the world while Tuscany possesses some of the most beautiful terrain for producing world class grapes. Taught by Jeff Birkemeier
$50 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Tuesday, October 7
Syrah...or Shiraz?
In this class you get to see how different climates, soils and winemaking techniques affect one of the longest established grape varieties no matter how you pronounce it...
$25 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Friday, October 10
Port, Sherry and Madeira
Port, Sherry and Madeira have long, colorful histories, having been enjoyed for centuries by royalty and sailors alike. Join us as we sample an exciting mixture of aperitifs and digestifs from Iberia.
$35 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Saturday, October 11
Deluxe Wine & Cheese Pairing
This is one of our most popular classes here at The Merch. Led by our cheesemonger, Adam Smith, this class couples great wines with the world's best cheeses and specialty foods. Be sure to get your reservations in because this class sells out fast!
$50 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Tuesday, October 14
Introduction to Wine
Are you interested in learning more about wine but don't know where to start? Come try a sampling of styles and learn the basics. Instructor: Jeff Birkemeier.
$20 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Friday, October 17
World of Whisky
There's a world of whiskey out there and we love 'em all. In this class we'll be tasting great whiskies from Scotland to Kentucky, Ireland to California and everywhere inbetween.
$40 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Saturday, October 18
Wine and Cheese Pairing: French Edition
You've enjoyed our wine and cheese pairing classes before, but this time we will pair a variety of our delicious French wines with cheeses from within those same regions.
$50 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Tuesday, October 21
Argentina
The winemakers of Argentina are turning heads in the world of wine. They are making great wine from classic grapes like Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Chardonay, but have adopted other grapes like Torrontes, Bonarda, and especially Malbec as their own.
$25 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Friday, October 24
Bubbles!!
This festive class explores sparkling wines from around the world, including France's prestigious wines from Champagne. Come see why this is one of our most popular classes.
$40 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Saturday, October 25
Introduction to Burgundy
Burgundy produces wines of unparalleled texture and complexity. Those who discover its pleasures embark on a compelling journey through a myriad of villages, vineyards, vintages and winemakers. This class will explain the origin of these intricacies and show the influence that each of these factors has on the wines.
$50 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Tuesday, October 28
Best Buys
Good wines don't have to be expensive! Come taste some great quality wines without breaking the bank. Taught by Jeff Birkemeier.
$15 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Friday, October 31
Spain
The world's most dynamic wine producing country; Spain is a constant source of new, exciting wines thanks to young wine makers, native grapes grown on old vines and a wide variety of climates. Get hooked on Spain while it's still a great value!
$35 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Saturday, November 1
Deluxe Single Malt Scotch
Scotch is the most complex of whiskeys, with unusual combinations of sweetness and dryness. Here we will taste some of the finest and rarest of single malts.
$50 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Tuesday, November 4
Riesling
Riesling produces many styles of wine: dry, sweet, still, sparking, and dessert. In this class you will see how different climates, soils and winemaking techniques affect this most noble of grape varieties. Riesling is revered by sommeliers the world over for its unique ability to complement almost any dish.
$25 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Friday, November 7
Cabernet Sauvignon
The world's most sought after wines combine complexity with the ability to improve for many years. Cabernet Sauvignon produces more of them than any other grape variety. It is the base for most of the great Bordeaux wines and the best California reds. We'll try six great examples from around the world.
$75 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.


Saturday, November 8
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is fragile and difficult to grow, but winemakers worldwide have taken up the challenge with passion and creativity. In this class Jeff Birkemeier will focus on this fickle varietal and the intense aromatics, complex flavors and long silky textures that define Pinot Noir.
$35 per person
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.




Terms: Wine classes start at 6:00 P.M. and are priced per evening. Sales tax is not included. Seating is limited and reservations are required. 100% payment at the time of reservations is mandatory to confirm your seats. Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations. Sorry, no cancellations and no refunds. Thank you.