In the mid-70's, right after I graduated from college, I joined a group in New York called Les Amis du Vin, hosted by a high-end restuarant. Once a month they had a dinner in a private room - six courses and four wines. They always had someone very learned in the wines to talk while we ate. I learned a lot about wine (and good food) there.
My favorite memory is the December Huntsman Dinner, culminating in Chateau Neuf du Pape with venison medallions. The expert was asked, "Given the marvellous Chateau Neuf du Pape, with its great taste and versatility, why even bother with the first three wines?" His answer: "To quote Dr. Ruth - foreplay is essential."
Another idea. If you have a brew and wine making shop, they might have monthly meetings where people bring in wines they have made to share. If so, you can taste, find wines you like, and ask the creator how they were made (what kit? what fruit? etc.) That way you can decide if you want to pursue this hobby.
I just got back in after a hiatus of 20+ years, and will have 120 bottles aging by mid-2007. Anyway, that's the plan.