Dates: Wed, Apr 22 (6:30pm - 8:00pm) & Thu, Apr 23 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)

These sessions explore two complementary areas of Spain, highlighting how climate and classification shape wine style. Along the Mediterranean coast, warmer and drier conditions lead to ripe, full-flavored wines that differ markedly from those of Spain’s Atlantic-influenced regions.

In the Mediterranean zone, you will study Monastrell (known internationally as Mourvèdre and in Australia as Mataro), experiencing its power, firm structure, and warmth-driven character. The session also introduces the native varieties Bobal and Merseguera, illustrating how local grapes respond to heat and drought while maintaining balance and freshness.

Meseta Central is where Spain’s Vinos de Pago classification was first established and remains home to several of its most influential examples, though the classification now exists in other parts of Spain as well. In this session, you will be introduced to four Vinos de Pago producers based in Meseta Central and taste their wines, gaining insight into how estate-specific appellations express terroir beyond traditional DO boundaries.

Module Overview: Mediterranean & Meseta Central

These sessions explore two complementary areas of Spain, highlighting how climate and classification shape wine style. Along the Mediterranean coast, warmer and drier conditions lead to ripe, full-flavored wines that differ markedly from those of Spain’s Atlantic-influenced regions.

In the Mediterranean zone, you will study Monastrell (known internationally as Mourvèdre and in Australia as Mataro), experiencing its power, firm structure, and warmth-driven character. The session also introduces the native varieties Bobal and Merseguera, illustrating how local grapes respond to heat and drought while maintaining balance and freshness.

Meseta Central is where Spain’s Vinos de Pago classification was first established and remains home to several of its most influential examples, though the classification now exists in other parts of Spain as well. In this session, you will be introduced to four Vinos de Pago producers based in Meseta Central and taste their wines, gaining insight into how estate-specific appellations express terroir beyond traditional DO boundaries.

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 Mediterranean & Meseta Central GPE producer, including key facts, terroir, viticulture, winemaking, winery singularities, and the wines produced.
• 3 hours of instruction focused on the Mediterranean & Meseta Central through lens of its Grandes Pagos and their single vineyards.
• A guided tasting representing all Grandes Pagos de España producers from the Mediterranean and Meseta Central.
• A 15 minute multiple-choice exam at the end of the course
  • Students achieving a minimum score of 70% will complete the Mediterranean & Meseta Central requirements 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 22, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:00pm) and Thursday April 23, 2026 (6:30pm - 8:30pm) including the 15 minute exam at the end of the course.

GPE Mediterranean & Meseta Central Registration Form

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Wed April 22 (6:30pm - 8:00pm) & Thu April 23 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)

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