hey! i'm rapha.

I'm here to help you

develop your palate.
learn about wine.
build your confidence.
develop your palate.
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certified specialist of wine
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level 3 advanced

Learning about wine doesn't have to be hard.

As a professional, you work your butt off for your clients and colleagues. You get sh*t done.  

But at the end of a long day, you don’t want to work on something that’s supposed to be enjoyable.

Never feel intimidated again.

I'm here for you if:

  • You love wine, but you don’t know much about it
  • You’re overwhelmed by all of the information out there
  • You don’t even know where to start learning about wine
  • You’re worried you’ll never feel comfortable talking about wine

Let's fix that.

I’m here to get you comfortable. We’ll take it step-by-step so you can learn about classic wine styles.

You’ll be amazed how a little wine knowledge can open up a world of delight and enrichment.

JL Chave Silene Crozes HermitageTwo bottles of Poderi Colla Langhe NebbioloTwo bottles of Envinate TagananTwo bottles of wine: Beringer Private Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Marchesi di Barolo

I help curious wine drinkers explore the world of wine.

You’re a sophisticated professional who loves fine dining and now you’re ready to learn about wine.

I teach a systematic approach for you to level up and fully appreciate what the wine world offers.

Start by tasting with intention.

The easiest way to start learning about wine is to just pay attention when you’re tasting it.

My tasting worksheet will guide you through the simple steps to help you focus on the right components.

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