Grapevine

Just in time for the holidays, a tasting with a lot of fizz: 12 Champagnes, including Veuve Cliquot, Tattinger, Egly-Ouriet, Dampierre, Pommery and Pol Roger. Paul Ellis, who teaches about wine at UCLA’s extension program, will be on hand to answer your questions.

Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m. Woodland Hills Wine Co., 22622 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills. (818) 222-1111. Reservations suggested. $35.