This class is part of the Grandes Pagos de España Certification Program. You may enroll in this module as a standalone class, or complete it as part of the full certification program to earn the Grandes Pagos de España Certificate.

Students may also complete each module of the certification program over time, at their own pace, to qualify for the certificate. To learn more about the full certification program, please visit the program overview page.

Module Overview: Catalonia

Catalonia is shaped primarily by a Mediterranean climate, producing a wide range of wine styles from full-bodied, powerful red wines to some of Spain’s most important sparkling and white wines. The region is also home to the majority of Cava, Spain’s traditional-method sparkling wine, whose best examples can rival Champagne in quality and complexity.

You will explore how elevation, soils, and the presence or absence of coastal influence drive stylistic differences across the region. The session includes a focused look at Priorat, its history, and its distinctive wines, represented through a single producer that clearly illustrates the region’s intensity and terroir-driven character.

In addition, you will taste wines from Catalunya DO, Penedès DO, and Costers del Segre DO, gaining insight into the diversity of styles produced across Catalonia. The class also examines how Cava is evolving, alongside a look at fresh, refined white wines that highlight the region’s balance between power, freshness, and innovation.

What Is Included

• An online study guide introducing Grandes Pagos de España and Spain's wine landscape, including history, culture, climate, geography, terroir, and the key regions.
• Detailed profiles of each of the Catalonia GPE producer, including key facts, terroir, viticulture, winemaking, winery singularities, and the wines produced.
• 3 hours of instruction focused on Catalonia through lens of its Grandes Pagos and their single vineyards.
• A guided tasting representing all Grandes Pagos de España producers from Catalonia.
• A 15 minute multiple-choice exam at the end of the course
  • Students achieving a minimum score of 70% will complete the Catalonia requirement toward the Grandes Pagos de España Terroir Workshop Certificate.

Class Format

This class is offered in person at Blind Bishop (310 Sunset Ave. Dallas, TX 75208) or remotely via Zoom. For distance learners, 2 oz tasting portions can be provided:

• Pick-up within 2 days of the first class at Blind Bishop at no additional cost, or
• Shipped to the participant’s address for an additional shipping fee based on location

Dates and Times:

Wednesday April 8, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:45pm) including the 15 minute exam at the end of the course.

GPE Catalonia Registration Form

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All participants must be at least 21 years of age on the event start date.

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Wed April 8 (6:30pm - 8:45pm)

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A full refund minus 5% finance fee will be provided for all cancellation requests received in writing at admin@dallaswinecenter.com at least 10 days prior to the event start date. We will not be able to provide refunds for cancellation requests within ten days of the event start date.

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