Online Class: Benchmark Blues

Explore the histories, techniques, aromas, and flavors of the most famous blue cheeses from five nations. Renowned, revered, but never reserved. This is online class is great for blue lovers and beginners. Each class kit serves two to four people, and includes the bright and cheerful Maytag Blue (USA), smooth and luscious Gorgonzola Dolce (Italy), legendary sheep's milk Roquefort (France), earthy cave-aged Stilton (England), and incredibly piquant Cabrales (Spain). Your kit also includes a crusty baguette (warm at home for best flavor) along with Chef Natasha's cherry jam. The wine for this class is the acclaimed Ridge "Three Valleys" Sonoma County Red 2019 (93 pts Wine Spectator, 92 pts Jeb Dunnuck, 90 pts Wine Enthusiast). This rich yet perfectly balanced Zinfandel blend has plenty of spirit to stand up to our blues, but an elegance that never overwhelms. $59.99 for your class kit and class access. Wine available as an add-on for $32.99 per bottle. Class kits available for pick-up on Tuesday, August 31st or Wednesday, September 1st. The class will be live and online at 5:30 p.m. on September 1st. For more information or to register, please click here.