CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!

Whether you choose the rigorous path of our Navigator Series or the laid-back approach of our Layover Series, Fortitude Flight School ensures every lesson is educational, engaging, and filled with the expertise you need to soar in your wine journey.

Structured Mini-Series for Dedicated Learners
For students who are eager to advance their knowledge and take their wine education to the next level, we offer engaging mini-series. These series are designed to build on the foundational knowledge gained in each class, progressing through more complex topics and nuanced tasting techniques. Those that have completed all classes in the mini-series have the opportunity to challenge themselves with a final exam. Those who pass earn their Flight Pin, a symbol of achievement that recognizes their commitment to mastery and serves as a mark of distinction among their peers.

UPCOMING COURSES:
High-Flying Grapes - starting April 28th
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Pop-In Classes for Fun and Engaging Learning
For those who want to enjoy wine education without the commitment of coursework or testing, we offer a ‘pop-in’ option for each individual class in the ‘Navigator Series’ curriculum.

Please note: Fly-By options are only available once the minimum sign-ups are confirmed for the Navigator Series to run.

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LAYOVER SERIES

Themed One-Off Classes for Quick Adventures in Wine
A similar structure to our previous “Sunday School” wine classes.
Designed to be accessible and enjoyable, offering insights into wine tasting, regional exploration, or food pairings, all in an informal setting. You’ll gain valuable knowledge, share laughs with fellow wine lovers, and walk away with a greater appreciation for what’s in your glass.

UPCOMING CLASSES:
March 23rd: Blind Tasting Budget vs. Premium
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

gabrielle mang

Gabrielle’s love for wine was born from her passion for travel. This passion has taken her from studying in France, to working at a winery in New Zealand, the Okanagan Valley, and now to the Lower Mainland to join the team at Fortitude!

While working for a winery in Kelowna, Gabrielle gained hands-on experience in nearly every aspect of winemaking and business, from managing the wine shop to working in the vineyard and assisting in the cellar.

In June 2023 Gabrielle joined Fortitude Wine Bar as a Sommelier where her role quickly expanded to include Wine Director and General Manager. She now curates the wine list, manages the wine club, and organizes engaging wine events, bringing creativity and expertise to every aspect of her work.

Gabrielle has most recently completed the rigorous WSET Level 4 Diploma of Wine, having successfully passed exams in Wine Production, Wine Business, Sparkling Wines, Fortified Wines, and Wines of the World with Merit.

(604) 795-4060

#103-45922 Thunderbird Lane,
Chilliwack, BC V2P 0A1

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