About

Writer, editor, Level 3 Wine Specialist (WSET). Holder of an M.Ed. in Adult Education and an MFA in Screenwriting. With the founding of Screwtop Academy, Dee can finally combine all her loves into one project.

Founder, Quiz Master

Dee

Dale

Dale loves beer, wine, spirits, and—

Well, Dale really needs a hobby.

In all seriousness, Dale designs the games and “Uncork Your Own Adventures” for Screwtop Academy. He also happens to be a “supertaster,” complementing Dee’s tastes in potent potables and helping review wines.

Co-Founder, Game Maker

Ruby

C.E.P.
(Chief Executive Pooper)

Ruby joined the family in 2019 and quickly displayed a passion for books, movies, music, and fine wine. She also let it be known just who rules the roost. (Hint: It’s not the humans.)

What We’re Up To

We get it—the world of wine can be overwhelming and intimidating, especially when you’re just starting out. (I remember wandering around wine shops in a daze, overwhelmed by all the labels.) And it can be hard on the wallet if you don’t know where and how to find the best deals at your preferred price point.

The good news is, wine doesn’t have to be pretentious, intimidating, or expensive. Wine should be about good times, good food, and good company—forging the memories that make you nostalgic for that trip you took, that place where you shared your first kiss, that special moment in time when everything seemed to be lit in a Magic Hour glow.

With that in mind, our goal is to make learning about wine fun. The course content here will draw upon nostalgia, pop culture, and games to help you explore the world of wine.

If you’re wine-curious, just beginning to explore, want to expand your knowledge, or prepare for an exam, Screwtop Academy can help you forge a path through the gnarled vineyards of wine knowledge.

Short-form instruction is available through social media (and archived here). Long-form content will be available at a later date.

Please note: While you’re welcome to take any of the “tests” and quizzes we offer, they are not tracked or graded.

Disclaimer: The courses and content here are designed for personal use only. This site does not confer any official certification or credentials.