The Wine School of Philadelphia has unveiled The Beer School. The companion institution of hoppy learning will be headed up by the Philadelphia Brewing Co.’s Dean Browne.

The initial classes are, The Origins of Flavor in Beer and Barley Amongst the Vines – The unique beers of famous wine regions. Classes begin in March and are $37.99 each.

Complete release after the jump.

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If you’re interested in taking a wine class, but have been holding back because of, oh, I don’t know, potential economic ruin, relax! As of this posting, the Dow is up over 900 points and The Wine School is offering a 25% discount on all classes and programs, plus the same discount applies to wine glasses and gift certificates.

The discount is good through Friday, October 17 – all you need to do is visit their website and use this coupon code: 5DAYOCTOBER.

The Wine School [Official Site]

The Wine School of Philadelphia debuts the first of their wine videos on Philly.com. Learn why you should look for the words Classico and Riservo when you’re shopping for Chianti.

Philly Uncorked: Chianti [Philly.com]

You’ve enjoyed reading David Snyder at PhilaFoodie and in print for City Paper, now you can enjoy him in person at the Wine School of Philadelphia. Snyder will be demystifying wine at the school’s two locations, 2006 Fairmount Ave and 227 Market St.

That’s Professor “Wine Snob” to You, Pal [PhilaFoodie]
The Wine School Of Philadelphia [Official Site]

The Wine School of Philadelphia is having one last Sommelier Smackdown this year and this time it’s personal! School Founder Keith Wallace is taking on his friend and colleague Brian Freedman to the ultimate bout. The two will battle it out matching food and wine and you be the judge.

Additionally the Wine School of Philadelphia has announced they will be adding classes at a new location, Old City’s Pinot.

Wine School of Philadelphia [Official Site]
Pinot [Official Site]

Have you wanted to start a wine collection? The Wine School of Philadelphia has you covered this Saturday from 6 to 8 PM for $37.99.

Vinology.com via Food: Eat Beat [Philadelphia Weekly]

The area’s top sommeliers will join the Wine School of Philadelphia for two-hour food & wine pairing competition in a Sommelier Smackdown! And you can be the judge.Sommeliers include Christophe Tassan of Le Bec-Fin, Ryan Davis of Rae, Mark Hoyt of Patou, Steve Harris of Fleming’s Steak House, and Christophe Guillot of Brasserie Perrier.

The first of the smackdowns will be Wednesday, June 13th with Ryan Davis of Rae. Seating is limited so sign up right away.

The Sommelier Smackdown [Wine School of Philadelphia]

The Wine School of Philadelphia is hosting a wine dinner at Figs this evening and as of noon seven seats remain.

Dinner starts at 7:30 and costs $55 a person. This is a BYOB event, so make sure to bring a favorite bottle!

Additionally, Keith of the wine school will be featured on KYW3 this evening between 4 and 5.

Menu and more details after the jump.

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It’s not too early to start thinking about holiday gifts for the wine lover on your list. And the Wine School of Philadelphia has a great idea for you. Wine School gift certificates, and right now they’re 20% off.

Purchase Wine School Gift Certificates [Wine School of Philadelphia]