oenophile (n)

oe·​no·​phile | \ ˈē-nə-ˌfī(-ə)l

: a lover or connoisseur of wine

The Oenophile Institute

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We Drink and We Learn Things

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The Oenophile Institute | We Drink and We Learn Things |

About the Institute

The Oenophile Institute was started in September 2022 by self-proclaimed cork dork turned industry professional, Chelsea Young. After struggling to find a convenient or accessible space to learn about wine during her own journey, Chelsea vowed to make the space she yearned for. She founded the Institute by partnering with Anthony Alvarez, owner of The Vineyard Wine Market in Smyrna, GA. Their goal is to bring wine and beverage education to any who seek it.

Wherever you may be in this journey, we have something for you.

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  • I've never worked so hard to learn something just for fun but had so much fun doing it.

    WSET & WSG Student

  • Levels 1 and 2 in person at OI were the perfect introduction that combine theory and tasting to provide the necessary knowledge and insight for anyone who really wants to understand the world of wine

    WSET Award in Wines Student

  • OI provided a perfect venue for the WSET Level 3 Wine course. The atmosphere was comfortable, welcoming and Chelsea was an incredibly knowledgeable instructor. So happy to have found OI for wine education and tasting classes!

    WSET Level 3 Award in Wine Student

  • I had a lot of random wine knowledge but the WSET course at OI really helped me bring it all together, and I have a deeper understanding of wine now. I am looking forward to taking WSET Level 2!

    WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Student

  • Tons of information made easy to understand and learn via repetition. The educators were fun and engaging and made it a safe space for questions.

    WSET Student

  • If you have neurodivergence, this is the best learning environment possible. There isn't a more dedicated group of people to beverage education in the world, and they don't just care if you pass--they CARE IF YOU SUCCEED.

    OI Student

1295 West Spring Street NE Smyrna, GA 30080

Suite 201 is located directly above The Vineyard Wine Market in Smyrna Market Village

We are 2 miles from The Battery or 25 minutes from Hartsfield Jackson airport via I- 285

where we are located

Open for Classes & Events

Phone
404.558.1436 (texts welcomed)

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“I drink and I know things.”

— Tyrion Lannister, Game of Thrones