Learn How to Taste Wine with Master Sommelier George Miliotes

The Experience

Learn How to Taste Wine with Master Sommelier George Miliotes is an intimate, small-group wine education seminar held at Wine Bar George in Disney Springs. George Miliotes is one of fewer than 275 people in the world to have earned the Master Sommelier designation from the Court of Master Sommeliers — a title requiring years of study and a grueling four-part examination. This experience gives guests direct access to his expertise in a relaxed, engaging format.

What’s Included

The tasting seminar typically includes:

• A guided tasting of curated wines selected by George Miliotes to illustrate key tasting concepts — varietals, regions, and styles chosen to build knowledge across the session
• Hands-on instruction in tasting technique — how to evaluate color, aroma, palate structure, finish, and overall balance using established professional methodology
• An interactive Q&A with George, giving participants the opportunity to ask specific questions about wine selection, pairing, storage, and building a personal palate
• Light accompaniments to complement the wines being tasted, providing practical context for food and wine interaction
• The setting of Wine Bar George — a premier wine bar with one of the most carefully curated by-the-glass lists in all of Disney property, providing an ideal classroom environment

Session formats and exact inclusions may vary; check Disney’s website at the time of booking for the current event structure and wine selections.

George Miliotes

George Miliotes passed the Court of Master Sommeliers examination in 1997, joining a group so selective that fewer than 275 people worldwide hold the title. He has spent decades working at the intersection of wine, hospitality, and education, and Wine Bar George at Disney Springs represents his flagship concept — a wine bar built around accessibility and discovery, making serious wine approachable for guests at every level of knowledge.

His teaching style reflects that philosophy: these seminars are designed for curious drinkers, not industry professionals. Whether you are just beginning to explore wine or have years of experience, the session provides frameworks and vocabulary that will change how you approach a glass.

Booking Notes

• Sessions are limited in size to preserve the intimate, interactive format — advance booking is required
• The experience is available to guests ages 21 and older
• A valid photo ID confirming age is required at check-in
• Pricing varies by session; consult the Disney website for current rates

Dining Plan Information

This seminar is not included in the Walt Disney World Dining Plan. The experience is paid entirely out of pocket at the time of booking. Pricing reflects the small-group, expert-led format and covers guided tastings, accompanying food, and direct access to a Master Sommelier. Check Disney’s website for current session pricing.

About Learn How to Taste Wine with Master Sommelier George Miliotes

Wine Bar George opened at Disney Springs in 2018 as a collaboration between George Miliotes and the Walt Disney World dining program, filling a gap in Disney’s restaurant portfolio: a serious, destination wine bar run by someone with genuine credentials and a passion for wine education. The bar’s by-the-glass program spans dozens of wines at any given time, with selections organized by character and style to encourage exploration.

The tasting seminar series emerged naturally from that educational mission. Rather than leaving guests to navigate the wine list alone, George created structured experiences that give people the tools to understand what they are tasting and why it works. The sessions are conversational and unpretentious — George Miliotes has spent his career translating the world of fine wine for audiences who love good drinks but do not necessarily speak the specialized language of the trade.

For anyone who has ever wanted to understand wine more deeply, or who wants to make smarter decisions at restaurants and wine shops, an hour with a Master Sommelier in a well-stocked wine bar at Disney Springs is a surprisingly rare and valuable opportunity.