Brooks Wine Lab:
A Year of Interactive Wine Discovery
Step out of the ordinary and into a year-long adventure built for the curious, the playful, and anyone who loves a good sip with a side of surprise. Brooks Wine Lab is a hands-on, sense-forward series where each month unlocks a new corner of the wine world—from blind tasting mysteries to blending battles, from farming fundamentals to sparkling celebrations.
These classes aren’t lectures—they’re experiments. Taste, compare, guess, laugh, learn, and discover just how fun (and unexpected) wine can be. Whether you’re a seasoned sipper or brand new to the glass, each session delivers approachable education wrapped in memorable, community-driven experiences.
Love the sound of this but can’t make a date work? Many of our Wine Lab themes — blind tastings, blending sessions, sensory explorations — translate beautifully into a curated group experience. Bring your crew and we’ll tailor it around you. Plan your visit here.
Brooks Club Members get 20% Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will be applied at checkout.
Explore the 2026 Curriculum
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Sparkling Riesling Release Weekend
Saturday, October 24, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Join us to celebrate the release of our highly anticipated 2021 Extended Tirage Sparkling Riesling and the beginning of Halloweek at Brooks! Enjoy a complimentary taste of our newest bubbles paired with a complimentary bite. There will also be a special pairing dish available for purchase. This event will take place from 11 AM to…
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Member Mixer – Gamay Day Celebration
Thursday, November 20, 2025
6 PM to 9 PM
Celebrate the release of our 2024 Gamay Noir on Beaujolais Nouveau Day! Mingle with fellow members and Brooks team members at this club-exclusive mixer. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and a selection of wines available for purchase by the glass and bottle. If you’d like to join us, please RSVP here. Please note that our regular food…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Love is Blind
Thursday, February 5, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Close your eyes, sniff, sip, and let your senses guide you. Taste wines blind and try to identify the notes of fruit, floral, and spice. It’s a fun, eye-opening exercise that sharpens your palate and engages the senses. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the…
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Release Weekend: Cahiers Riesling
Friday, March 13, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
We’re celebrating the release of our 2023 Cahiers Riesling, and we’d love for you to be part of it. Stop by to taste this deeply personal wine, paired with a Chickpea Curry Samosa on us. For those looking to linger a little longer, we’ll also have Chicken Tikka Masala with jasmine rice available for purchase…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Blend Battle Lab
Thursday, March 5, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Step into the winemaker’s shoes. Experiment by combining base wines to create your own blend, then taste how your creation compares to Brooks’ finished cuvées. Friendly competition makes it playful and engaging. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply. Not a…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Wine & Farming Lab
Thursday, May 7, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Learn how vineyard decisions shape the wines you drink. Explore concepts like soil, canopy, ripeness, and harvest timing while tasting wines that illustrate the results. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply. Not a Member? Join the Brooks Wine Club. To reserve,…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Chill Factor Lab
Thursday, June 4, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Same wine, different temperatures. Taste wines chilled, at cellar temperature, or slightly warmed to discover how temperature affects aroma, structure, and flavor. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply. Not a Member? Join the Brooks Wine Club. To reserve, click the “Make…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Wine & Junk Food
Thursday, July 2, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Ever wondered how wine pairs with chips, candy, or your favorite guilty pleasures? Guests submit ideas ahead of time, then taste and vote on the most surprisingly delicious (and disastrous) combinations. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply. Not a Member? Join…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Wine & Glassware
Thursday, August 6, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Ever wondered how the shape of your glass changes what you taste? Taste the tame wine in different glass type—from proper Pinot glasses to tumblers—and explore how vessel affects aroma, texture, and enjoyment. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply. Not…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Life Cycle of Wine
Thursday, October 1, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Experience the journey from vine to glass. Taste wine at different stages, from fresh and youthful to aged and complex, and see how each phase shapes character. Learn how fermentation, aging, and bottling influence body, flavor, and depth. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Sparkling Wine
Thursday, November 5, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Pop, fizz, sip! Taste sparkling wines from around the world and explore how bubbles, temperature, and food pairings change perception, aroma, and flavor. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply. Not a Member? Join the Brooks Wine Club. To reserve, click the…
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Brooks Wine Lab: Around the World in 1 Hour: Pinot Noir
Thursday, December 3, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Take a whirlwind tour of Pinot Noir’s iconic regions. Taste wines from Burgundy, Willamette Valley, New Zealand, California, and more. Compare flavors, aromas, and styles to see how climate, soil, and winemaking shape the grape worldwide.
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Brooks Wine Lab: Wine & Soundwaves
Thursday, April 2, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Music changes everything—including the way wine tastes. Taste wines while different genres play and notice how rhythm, tempo, and tone illustrate the results. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply. Not a Member? Join the Brooks Wine Club. To reserve, click the…
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Release Weekend: Janus + Wine & Cheese
Saturday, July 25, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Join us to celebrate the release of our highly anticipated 2024 Janus Pinot Noir! Enjoy a complimentary taste with a complimentary bite of our favorite cheese pairing as we celebrate National Wine and Cheese day! As always, there will also be a special pairing dish available for purchase.
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Game Night at Brooks
Thursday, November 19, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Pass GO and head straight to Brooks! In honor of National Monopoly Day, this month’s Third Thursday is all about game night. Grab your friends and join us for an evening of friendly competition, Brooks wine, and classic games. We’ll have Monopoly ready to go along with a selection of other favorites, or bring a…
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Black Label Friday
Friday, November 27, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Skip the shopping and start your holiday weekend with something truly special. We’ll be pouring an exclusive Black Label Flight, featuring two library wines rarely seen outside our cellar alongside a selection of current releases. And the festivities don’t stop there! All weekend long, enjoy bonus pours, pop-up surprises, and festive experiences crafted to make…
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Thanksgiving Weekend – Black Label weekend
Saturday, November 28, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Thanksgiving weekend has long been a tradition for wine tasting in the Willamette Valley, bringing friends and families together to visit favorite wineries, discover new wines, and celebrate the season. We’re excited to be part of that tradition and welcome you to Brooks for a special weekend of wine, food, and a few surprises along…
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Witch Night at Brooks
Friday, October 30, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Gather your coven and join us for Witch Night at Brooks. For one Halloweek evening, we’re bringing together wine, tarot, horoscopes, henna, and just a little bit of magic. Your $40 ticket includes a mini flight of three Brooks wines to sip while you explore the evening. Have your tarot cards read, see what the…
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Artisans In Residence Party & Holiday Market
Saturday, December 12, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
This holiday season, we’re bringing some of our favorite makers back to Brooks. Join us for the Brooks Artisans in Residence Holiday Market, featuring our Artisans in Residence from 2025 and 2026 alongside a few of the talented artists who help make Brooks a more beautiful place throughout the year. Spend the day sipping Brooks…
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Gamay Noir Release Party
Thursday, November 19, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Gamay Noir, we love it so much we are celebrating it for four days! Join us to celebrate the release of our highly anticipated 2025 Gamay Noir! Enjoy a complimentary taste of our 2025 Gamay paired with a complimentary bite. There will also be a special pairing dish available for purchase and maybe some surprise…
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Meet the Artist – Live Pumpkin Carving with Joey Edwards
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Live Pumpkin Carving + Halloweek at Brooks Meet the artist behind some of the incredible work on display at Brooks this Halloweek. Join us from 5-7 PM for an evening with artist Joey Edwards, whose work transforms pumpkins and wire into intricate, unexpected works of art. Throughout the evening, Joey will be carving live, giving…
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Holiday Baking with Chauncey
Thursday, December 17, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Gingerbread Baking + Decorating Class Nothing says the holidays quite like the smell of gingerbread in the oven. Join us at Brooks for a festive afternoon of holiday baking with Chauncey, who will guide you through the art of making delicious gingerbread from scratch, along with a decorating demonstration filled with tips and tricks you…

I love that you are now doing a monthly Brooks tasting and education course. To combine the fun and love of wine tasting with education is fantastic. I love being able to enjoy great wine from brooks and be able to also learn about our local AVA’s. And hear from local industry leaders.
Steven B.
Brooks University was a fun event in a relaxed environment that welcomed all questions about the wine industry. I appreciated information about the AVA areas and what that means! I love being able to not only learn something new today, but also be able to taste delicious wines, and have an amazing time!
Barb Y.