A panel of esteemed academics and industry leaders will guide a tasting of BC and international wines to generate phrases and descriptors that evoke the wine’s typicity and regional identity. Wine is a cultural product representing a place of origin. What can BC learn from the world’s iconic regions? Does BC have or need a unified wine identity? What does the future hold for BC’s wine image globally? Learn more about BC's wine territory identity. In partnership with UBC Wine…
How does the glass amplify the wine? Join Riedel’s Regional Manager Alysha Harker as she guides you on a journey through your senses. Discover how glass shape changes your wine experience as you sample Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon in Riedel Veloce glassware. The set of glasses are yours to take home (a $178 value)! Sponsored by Moderator: Alysha Harker Panelists: Jim Faulkner, Christa-Lee McWatters, Nicholas Paris MW, Ray Signorello Featured Wines: Ex Nihilo Vineyards Okanagan Valley…
Discover for yourself how California’s diverse terrain comes alive in your glass. Learn how California’s landscape and climate shape the Golden State and its wines. Each wine will explore a different aspect of California from the coastline to the mountains, with a local wine expert leading you through the tasting. Explore signature varietals and top drops from winery legends in this journey through California. Moderator: DJ Kearney Panelists: Mark de Vere MW, JJ Dowell, Gabriela Marble, Dave Phillips, Ray Signorello, Joe…
While the term “Cru” is most often used for the French classification system, the “Cru” concept can apply to any vineyard or group of vineyards recognized for their superior quality. This seminar will take participants on a global journey to some of the wine world’s greatest vineyards to discover what makes their terroir and wines so special. Moderators: Filippo Bartolotta and James Nevison Panelists: Laura Catena, Frédéric Chaudière, Ivo Cibilic, Daniele Dellanoce, Chad Harding, Carol Anai Koch Gonzalez, Giovanni Mazzei,…
South America boasts some of the world’s most important wine countries making amazing wines at a rainbow of prices. Discover South America’s wow factor through the prism of some of the continent’s most exceptional wines. From Argentina to Chile, Brazil to Uruguay, enjoy la crema de la crema. Explore these southern gems with Anthony Gismondi, Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein, and the participating vine stars. Moderators: Anthony Gismondi, Evan Goldstein MS Panelists: David Bonomi, Rafael Boscaini, Marina Castillo, Sebastián Labbé, Cinthia…
Join Sergio Zingarelli, president of Rocca delle Macìe, and Italian wine expert Filippo Bartolotta on an eight-year library tasting of the wine that encapsulates the very best of the Chianti Classico production zone and its vineyards: Sergio Zingarelli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG. Moderator: Filippo Bartolotta Principal: Sergio Zingarelli Limit of 4 tickets per order Sponsored by Rocca delle Macìe Featured wines: Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli 2012 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli 2013 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione…
Experience the Tommasi family’s greatest wines with Pierangelo Tommasi, fourth-generation family member, and Michaela Morris, Decanter Magazine Italian wine expert. Explore diverse regions, from the rolling hills of the Veneto to the sun-kissed vineyards of Puglia, guided by the Tommasi family’s 120 years of winemaking passion and excellence. Moderator: Michaela Morris Principal: Pierangelo Tommasi Sponsored by Tommasi Featured Wines: Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2018 De Buris Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOCG 2010 Casisano Brunello di Montalcino DOCG…
Join Jean-Philippe Turgeon for a deep dive into this lesser-known region in the South of France, the Languedoc-Roussillon. Gérard Bertrand continues his quest for excellence to reveal the best of this region, while committing to and respecting the principles of biodynamic farming. The results are award-winning wines which celebrate The Mediterranean Art of Living. Moderator: Daeanna Van Mulligen Principals: Jean-Philippe Turgeon, Adrien de Phillip Sponsored by Gérard Bertrand Featured Wines: Gris Blanc 2021 Papilou Petillant Naturel 2021 Domaine de L’Aigle…
Join Riedel’s Regional Manager, Alysha Harker, as she guides you on a journey through your senses. Discover how glass shape changes your wine as you sample Sauvignon Blanc, oaked Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon in the Winewings Tasting Set, Riedel’s new latest innovation in glassware. The set of glasses is yours to take home (a $220 value)! Sponsored by Riedel and Terminal City Club Moderator: Alysha Harker Principals: Rich Da Silva, Amber Pratt, Arnaud Thierry, Mark Williams Featured Wines:…
Discover the essence of California's terroir in this exclusive Master Class featuring eight sustainably crafted, single-vineyard selections each carefully chosen to express the terroir they hail from. An expert sommelier will guide you through a journey that goes beyond the bottle. Experience wines that resonate with the land they're rooted in, offering a vivid taste of the Golden State's diverse climates and soils. Moderator: DJ Kearney Principals: Randall Lange, Gabriela Marble, Kurtis Ogasawara, Dave Phillips, Mark Williams Featured wines: Bonterra…
The eternal struggle between power and elegance has long shaped Italian red wines: the climate and diversity of terroirs; millennia of genius loci heritage meeting the creative and innovative power of Italian winemakers. Learn how the big Italian blockbusters are reshaping themselves towards a more lyrical and uplifted style, as forces of nature influence their flavours and character. Moderator: Filippo Bartolotta, Neal McLennan Principals: Matteo Allegrini, Federica Boffa Pio, Thomas Cuni, Federico De Cerchio, Livia Le Divelec, Giovanni Mazzei, Francesco…
While the term “Cru” is most often used for the French classification system, the “Cru” concept can apply to any vineyard or group of vineyards recognized for their superior quality. This seminar will take participants on a global journey to some of the wine world’s greatest vineyards to discover what makes their terroir and wines so special. Moderators: James Nevison, Paul Wagner Panelists: Thomas Cuni, Adrien de Philip, Chloé Hattabe, Stefano Inama, Lisa Lambertus, Thibault Marquis, Amber Pratt, Francisco Ricasoli,…