Seminar Burgundy

$139/$169

About Doug Schulman

Doug has been a wine educator for well over a decade, with experiences ranging from being Education Coordinator and Co-Chair for the Boston Sommelier Society to conducting an extensive retail staff training program and leading many classes and seminars for consumers.  He has coached high-level wine students in preparation for blind tasting exams and likes to focus on understanding classic regions through tasting.  Earning the credentials of Certified Wine Educator (Society of Wine Educators) and Diploma in Wine and Spirits (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) provided Doug with a foundation of knowledge and experience upon which he continues to build.  Sharing this information with others is a great passion of his.  


There are no refunds or exchanges available for the Gastronomy and Wine Program events. Should a guest need to cancel their registration, their registration fee can be applied to a future class. Cancellations are accepted up to one week prior to the event to avoid loss of purchase.    

Upcoming Events

Performing Arts & Screenings

Theater Club in April

In-person, Indoor Event in French

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Come join us for the new Theater Club at the French Library, a place to read, watch, discuss and recite contemporary and classic French plays with fellow enthusiasts.

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Books & Bottles: Provence

GASTRONOMY & WINE PROGRAM: YOUR FRENCH CULINARY ARTS AND WINE JOURNEY

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

An elegant wine education series exploring France’s most important regions through the lens of culture, tradition, and taste. Each class embraces a region and incorporates a book as a narrative guide - framing the wines, places, and people that shaped France’s enduring wine culture. Across the series, we’ll move through key French regions in a cohesive tasting journey, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers a deeper, more intuitive understanding of French wine, guided by storytelling, expert insight, and shared conversation.

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Friday, April 17, 2026

Join us for "La Pause Café”, a DROP-IN activity for you to practice your French skills, immerse yourself in stimulating conversations, and make new friends.

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