Event Highlights
Hosted by: Joyce Lin, CMS/WSET Certified Sommelier & Wine Educator
Duration: 1.5 Hour
Location: SPACS (149 W 27th Floor 3, New York)
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Class Description
Ready to discover the world’s most celebrated sparkling wine? Join us for a guided and entertaining dive into the magic of Champagne—where grapes, geography, and centuries of tradition come together in a single glass.
This 1.5 hour class is designed for wine lovers, curious sippers, foodies, and anyone who wants to explore Champagne with all five senses. Led by Joyce Lin, a certified sommelier and wine educator, this session combines expert insight, hands-on tasting, and a touch of fizz-fueled fun.
What to Expect
A guided tasting of three Champagne styles:
🥂 Non-Vintage
🥂 Rosé
🥂 VintageA Champagne Aroma & Flavor Showcase at the venue:
Explore a curated display of key aromas and tasting notes commonly found in Champagne. This unique sensory setup aims to connect aromas with memory, training your nose and palate to recognize classic Champagne characteristics.Social Networking - A fabulous opportunity to meet fellow wine lovers with shared passion
Learn about
What makes Champagne unique vs. other sparkling wines
Where it’s grown and how terroir impacts style
How the Champagne bubbles come from
How to taste like a pro: structure, bubbles, acid, and autolysis
Explore different styles of Champagne
Food pairing tips and bottle recommendations
You’ll leave with enhanced tasting skills, more profound Champagne knowledge, and a few new favorite bottles to seek out.
Guided Champagne Tasting – Discover a curated selection of Champagne with expert guidance.
Stories in Every Bubble – Uncover the history, culture, and character behind each glass.
Social & Relaxed Atmosphere – Sip, chat, and connect with fellow guests.
Expertise Made Accessible – Professional knowledge shared in a warm and engaging way.
About Joyce Lin
Joyce Lin is a New York–based certified sommelier, wine writer, and educator whose expertise bridges the worlds of fine wine, culture, and storytelling. Holding certifications from the Court of Master Sommeliers and WSET, she has built a reputation for her insightful approach to food and wine pairing, grounded in both technical knowledge and creative expression. Through her platform 酒意思(JoYiSi) – Sip with Joyce, she brings a global perspective to wine education. Recognized for her talent in blending professional expertise with cultural stories, Joyce encourages everyone to see wine not just as a drink but as a way to explore dialogue, memory, and meaning.
