Beyond the fermented grape juice

Up your wine tasting game

Demystifying wine identification and description through a sensory approach. Make every sip fun and enjoyable. Is wine food?

Wine

Wine is the only living drink!

Where Viticulture Meets Science

Curious? Can you smell the violet in wine? what are the common aromas and flavors? Can wine be made by robots? what is a healthy wine? what are the  additives in the wine you should be concerned about?

Bytes & Bots

As the founder of Bytes & Bots, Kumar brings his unique perspective by bridging STEM education into the sensory world of wine.

An appreciative Palate

Move beyond ‘oaky’ or ‘fruity’. Learn to map wine aromas and flavors beyond tannins, acidity, etc.

Kumar’s dual expertise is not a contradiction; it’s a synergy. By leveraging his background in technology and robotics, he has developed a fun teaching method that removes the “snobbery” of wine tasting and replaces it with the “curiosity” of scientific inquiry.

Whether he’s dissecting the soil composition of a specific AVA or explaining the chemical impact of malolactic fermentation, Kumar makes the complex accessible, engaging, and undeniably enjoyable.

Upcoming Workshops

Choose your depth. From casual explorations to intensive laboratory sessions.

Entry level

Casual Sip & Solve

A relaxed entry point. We focus on the core variables: Body, Tannin, and Acidity. Perfect for groups and social learners.

Professional Series

The Master’s Workshop

An analytical deep-dive into regionality, vintage variance, and vinification techniques. Prepare for rigorous sensory training.

Vineyard Legacies

Scientific & Cultural Affiliations

Allan Hancock College

Crooked Barn

Plaisance

Deer Creek Vineyard

Oregon Wine Board

Ready to decode your next bottle?

Secure your seat at the next workshop. Limited capacity ensures a personalized laboratory experience.