July 16^th-Justin Burkhart’s Memorial Tasting

Justin Burkhart was our wine steward when he went missing August of 2009. He was passionate about life just as he was about wine. Fun-loving, kind, and hard-working, Justin will always be missed. Come to this special wine tasting to try some of Justin’s favorites. A portion of tonight’s tasting and wine sales will go to Justin’s memorial fund.

July 30^th – John’s Last Pour

Please join us in wishing John well on his new adventure to Jackson Hole!John has been our wine steward over the last year and has made some amazing friends.His palate and taste for fine wine is amazing and his presence will be greatly missed!

August 6^th ~ Chilean Varietals

Perfect climate conditions always supported Chile to be one of the leading wine making countries. The history of wine making in Chile is very long and it lasts practically about five hundred years.Come taste and learn about the history and the great flavors of Chilean wines.

August 13^th~ Rate That Wine

Come learn how to rate wine by color, aroma, taste and finish!And learn what legs are… or what they are not!This will be a fun and interactive wine tasting and one you will not want to miss!

August 20^th~ Taste of France

From the Dark Ages through the Age of Enlightenment. The history of French wine spans a period of at least 2600 years dating to the founding of Massalia in the 6th century BC.Come learn about the history and the amazing great and reasonably priced wines of France!

August 27^th~ Territorial Terroir Tastes

What the heck does that mean? Country Varietal Comparisons!Join us as we bounce borders and compare a Sauvingnon Blanc from New Zealand to Sancerre and the coast of California or a Pinot Noir France’s Burgandy region to one from the Eola-Amity Hills of Oregon!

September 3^rd~ BBQ Wines for Labor Day Weekend

This holiday is all about enjoying the weather while celebrating with family and friends. Come try some great wines that are great for pairing with grilled foods, refreshing on a hot day, or just good for sipping over conversation with loved ones.

September 10^th~Washington Wines

The wine industry in Washington has exploded as a result of its “perfect climate.” Long warm days, cool nights and lack of pests mean that this relatively young growing region is only getting better.

September 17^th~ Mertiage

What is Meritage?An association was formed to try to define a "Bordeaux Blend" of grapes that was done on non-French soil. They had over 6,000 people submit choices for the name of this blend, and "Meritage" won. This is a combination of the words "Merit" and "Heritage"… a meritage wine has to be a blend of certain grapes. Come and taste and learn all about Meritage varietals!

September 24^th~ Guess That Grape

How well do you know your varietals? Could you guess which was which without seeing the label? Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet – what types will they be? Don’t worry, we will stick to the most common varietals but you had better pay attention; there are bound to be one or two curve balls.