House of Wine

Do you know what you are smelling and tasting in your favorite wine? Learn with us! - https://mailchi.mp/4aa8292eae6a/sweetsmellofsuccess

We have some amazing news to share. After studying for over a decade, Kat has passed the Master of Wine practical tasting exam! This means she’ll move into the research paper portion of the process. This is a huge accomplishment as the exam is notoriously difficult and challenges even the best tasters. We hope you’ll celebrate with us by opening a special bottle of wine this weekend. Here’s to those who follow their dreams no matter how hard the journey!

Flashback to last Sunday when our full WSET Level 1 Award in Wines class enjoyed the day tasting, learning, and making new friends. Wine education rocks!

Now Hiring!😍 -

Now Hiring!😍 Ever been lost in a wine shop?  Struggle to find wines that you love or are stuck with your old favorites and a fear of branching out?  We've all been there.  Luckily, there's a new option coming to Boise and we need help!

Love wine but more importantly love providing great hospitality?! Now accepting resumes for our Part-Time Wine Guide positions. Looking for three stellar guides who have availability on afternoons, evenings and weekends. Want to learn more? Email us at [email protected] for a complete job description or to send your resume. Cheers!

We love supporting Life’s Kitchen year round but last night was an epic gala highlighting their 20 years of work in the community. Bringing opportunity youth into the culinary world is one of our passions and as a board member, Kat teaches trainees through a regular overview of wine class. It’s a privilege to be involved with such an impactful program. If you want to learn more about this great organization, visit or DM us.

It's Finally Happening! - https://mailchi.mp/ecded89f25db/itsfinallyhappening

That look when you realize you’re ready for tomorrow’s event but forgot to book a photographer. Anyone have a line on a photographer available tomorrow evening (8/31) that has a passion for wine and people?! DM us! It is a paid position!

Only a handful of tickets left! -

Only a handful of tickets left! Construction officially begins today at The Shop and you're on the inside track to recieve updates and regular pics of the space as it transforms.  It's like going through a home remodel where you don't have through the mess and stress.  Lucky you! Last Call! There are still a handful of tickets l...

And it's official! We're coming for you downtown Boise! Thanks BoiseDev for sharing our story!

House of Wine coming to downtown Boise A wine education company is opening a storefront in downtown Boise. House of Wine is setting up shop at 1008 W. Main Street. House of Wine offers wine a variety of wine courses for professionals and enthusiasts. They are taught by founder and owner Kathryn McClaskey, who has worked in the wine indus...

Don’t give us those puppy eyes! There’s still a few tickets left to our progressive primer class and new wine shop preview a week from today. Have fun, learn about wine, and get the inside scoop on the new shop! Link in bio for more info….

Kids don't get to have all the fun! It's back to school time! Only 2 tickets left to our certified WSET Level 1 Award in Wines class on September 17, 2023. If you're looking for a sign that it's time to further your wine education, THIS IS IT! Visit our course page to learn more: https://thehowofwine.com/event/wset_level_1_wines_fall_23/

Get a sneak peek and learn a little, too!🤓 -

Get a sneak peek and learn a little, too!🤓 We've been working hard on the new shop these past few weeks and have great news. Our Progressive Wine Tasting and Shop Preview event is now LIVE and tickets are available on our website.  The best part?  Newsletter subscribers that register for the event by 8/13 save $10 per ticket!  Yup!  R...

Want to have some serious fun with wine? We're hiring a full-time Retail Manager for our new wine shop in Boise, Idaho. Come work with me!

Deets are in the link in our bio

We promise this won't be a boring job...

It's official...we're hiring! Help Wanted- one fantastic, people-lovin', hard-working, wine-slingin', unreasonable hospitality providing Retail Manager to work with Kat to open and operate our new wine shop and experience venue. Interested in applying? Send a resume to [email protected] or send us a DM to learn more about the position. Resumes accepted through 8/18. We hope to hear from YOU!

Know someone who LOVES people, wine, learning, and retail? We're looking to hire one outstanding Retail Manager for our new shop and wine experience venue opening this fall in downtown Boise. Accepting resumes from now to August 18th. Want more info on the job and a place to submit your resume? DM us or email us- [email protected] We can't wait to hear from you!

Get the Inside Scoop on some BIG news!😍 -

Get the Inside Scoop on some BIG News!😍 Ever been lost in a wine shop?  Struggle to find wines that you love or are stuck with your old favorites and a fear of branching out?  We've all been there.  Luckily, there's a new option coming to Boise.  The House of Wine shop and experience venue!  The pictures above showcase the "before" o...

And just like that another great wine class is about to happen! Seven wonderful wines paired with amazing food from and teaching from . is the place to be tonight!

Just one of the delicious wines we’ll be enjoying at the class we’re teaching at the Boise Coop next Tuesday, July 18th. Who wants seven great food pairings from the fabulous Terroir team with wines from around the world? We do! Link in bio to sign up!

Wine on vacation always tastes best! Here’s to new adventures and a summer full of exploring!

We may have been quiet for a bit but good things are fermenting. Visiting Croatia and seeing some of the most endearing and beautiful vineyard scenes is getting us rejuvenated and refreshed for the future.

New logo is on fleek and is making its debut at Savor Idaho! Rachel and I are here meeting new and former students and announcing the new retail shop coming fall 2023! Stop on by!

So proud of KIN - and Kris Komori a one of a kind Boise gem! Looking forward to being neighbors this fall!

WINNER BEST CHEF

New wine class dates are LIVE on our site and more NEWS is coming your way...

A great day judging some top Idaho wines. Here’s to another fantastic Idaho Wine and Cider Competition!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the women in our community. It takes a village to raise a child, (as we know well!) and whether by birth or by choice, you’ve helped our world be a better place. Enjoy this beautiful day!

Another great WSET Level 2 Award in Wines class in the books! The cool weather made it a perfect weekend to enjoy and learn about wine with a great group of students. Miss out on the fun? Join us this fall for another great sessions. Dates to be announced later this week!

Only 11 days left to register for WSET Level 2 Award in Wines on May 6 & 7th! Learn about wine in 2 days and have the opportunity to be certified for a lifetime. Register online at https://thehowofwine.com/event/wset-level-2-award-in-wines-spring-23/

The cat is out of the bag! We’re working to open a wine shop/tasting room in downtown Boise this fall and we need your help! Let us know which name you prefer- Corqe (pronounced “cork”) or House of Wine. Let the name games begin!

We love teaching WSET 1 Award in Wines but are you ready to jump into the WSET 2 Award in Wines? In this intensive class May 6 & 7, we’ll cover key grape varieties, grape growing and winemaking techniques, taste over 40 different wines and have a lot of fun! Plus, after passing your test you’ll gain a certification in wine as well! Enrollment ends this Friday, April 14th. DM us for more info!

This just in! We have 4 seats left in our WSET Level 1 Award in Wines Course on April 1st- no foolin'! But, you've got to register by 3/27 to be eligible. Don't miss out on another opportunity to learn (and love) wine! DM us to learn more.

Sunday, Funday! It's a great day to reflect on the year thus far (is it really mid-March...already?!). What new adventures and pursuits do you want to pursue? Ready to expand your wine knowledge 10x's or more?

Join our WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Intensive Class on May 6 & 7 and you'll learn about wines of the world and taste more than 48 in 2 days. You'll be well on your way to that official wine expert certification your friends keep saying you should get. DM us to learn more!

https://thehowofwine.com/education/wset-level2-award-wines/

Oh hey, how's it going? It's been forever since we introduced ourselves. I'm Kat, the founder/owner of House of Wine. I've been teaching and learning about wine for over 20 years all with the goal of bringing great wine education opportunities to Idaho. Outside of wine work, I love hiking, spending time with my family (those with and without fur), great food experiences, travel, and gardening. Thanks for following us and stay tuned for some exciting developments for House of Wine this year!

Only 4 more days to register for the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines. Join us on April 1st, (no fooling!) for wine, learning, and your opportunity to get certified in wine. All this without leaving the Treasure Valley!

WSET Tasting Opportunity -

WSET Tasting Opportunity Tasting groups are a great way to meet new wine lovers, hone your tasting skills and enjoy different wines.  This group, organized by David Smith and Christina Warren, is looking for attendees.  The group will be focused on practicing WSET structured tasting.  As a note, this group is NOT affilia...

A Certifiably Wonderful Experience! -

A Certifiably Wonderful Experience! “The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is an extremely popular course. It will teach you about the key grape varieties that are grown around the world, the regions in which they grow, and the different styles of wine that these varieties produce. It will also expand on the Systematic Approach to Wine Ta...

There are three seats left in our Fundamentals of Wine series starting in January! Who are the lucky students who will join us on this adventure?!

Wine 101 isn't just for wine newbies. Ever had a wine question you can't get a straight answer to? Want to delve into the five "classic" wine grape varieties past just knowing their names? Eager to learn the art of structured tasting? If so, join us in this capstone course and build your knowledge (and tasting skills) from the ground up! Join us on January 19, 2023 and take your wine skills to the next level.

Gift a Wine Experience to Remember -

Gift a Wine Experience to Remember “The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is an extremely popular course. It will teach you about the key grape varieties that are grown around the world, the regions in which they grow, and the different styles of wine that these varieties produce. It will also expand on the Systematic Approach to Wine Ta...

Spring 2023 registration for our Wine Classes is officially underway! Just in time for the holidays and perfect for that hard to shop for person. Check off a gift or two for you and a friend by registering for our spring courses. Wine Experiences > STUFF!

Equitable access to education is an important value at House of Wine. Join our match as we donate $5,000 to Style Her Empowered, one of our favorite nonprofits. To learn more see this post and prepare to be inspired! https://www.instagram.com/p/ClhHO_bOZ72/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=