Introducing "Class Is In Session", a never-ending series of classroom-style wine tastings and lessons with Dan Dawson of Outer Space Wines.

Each class will focus on a specific wine region of the world.

The class on Thursday, February 8 is on Champagne, the king of wines, the wine of kings. Within a span of six Champagnes, Dan will discuss and show how the grape, place and winemaking style make big differences in the final product.

Champagne Line-Up:

Grape Comparison:

• Chardonnay – AGRAPART Champagne “Terroirs” Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Grand Cru $89

• Pinot Noir – GEOFFROY Champagne “Empreinte” Brut, Premier Cru $78

• Pinot Meunier – DEHOURS & Fils Champagne “Terre de Meunier” Extra Brut, M.V. $72

Region Comparison:

• Vallée de la Marne – GASTON CHIQUET Champagne “Cuvée de Réserve” M.V. $63

• Montagne de Reims– R.H. COUTIER Champagne Brut, Grand Cru, Ambonnay $52

• Côtes des Blancs – PIERRE GIMONNET & Fils Champagne “Paradoxe” Brut, Premier Cru 2015 $75