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South American Wines |
| Thursday, May 23 |
| Explore offerings from two of the world’s most up and coming viticultural regions, |
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Porch Pounders |
| Thursday, May 30 |
| A fun line-up of easy-drinking wines that are sure to please the palate of all likes. Sit-back and put your feet up and enjoy some of these delicious wines made for that relaxing day on the porch, or even couch. Snacks are optional! Tickets are $19 |
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Wine 102: A Guide to Food and Wine Pairing |
| Saturday, June 1 |
| Matching the right wine with the right dish is an invaluable skill. We'll explain which wines pair best with which cuisine, and why. Learn to expand your tasting horizons, not to mention impress your next dinner date! Tickets are $39. |
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Tasting for Terroir: Climate |
| Thursday, June 6 |
| Prevailing weather patterns contribute untold effects on the produce of the land. Ambient temperatures, climatic hazards, and the length of growing seasons all play a role in the way a wine tastes in your glass. Join us for a head-to-head tasting of wines from important maritime and continental climates to see just what a difference climate can make in taste. The first tasting in our Tasting for Terroir series. Tickets are $29. |
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Wine 103: Wines Down Under (Australia/New Zealand) |
| Saturday, June 8 |
| Our new Binology 103 class will take you on a trip Down Under to some of the world's top wine producing countries in the southern hemisphere. Join us to taste and learn about the growing regions producing the refreshing Sauvignon Blancs of New Zealand, the massive Shiraz of Australia and some of the lesser known varietals coming from these two island nations. You will quickly understand why these consumer-friendly wines are so popular. Tickets are $29. |
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The He-Man Line-up! Wines for Dad |
| Thursday, June 13 |
| Dads are great, and tonight we’ll be featuring a slew of full-bodied reds for the He-Men we know they are. Get ready for some seriously flavorful and bold wines; all perfect gifts for Dad this Father’s Day. Tickets are $19. |
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Wine 101: The Basics of Wine Tasting |
| Saturday, June 15 |
| We look at the typical characteristics of popular grape varietals and explain the terminology and techniques of wine tasting and learn how to recognize the subtle and subjective flavors of wine. Tickets are $29. |
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Tasting for Terroir: Topography |
| Thursday, June 20 |
| The land in which a grape vine grows has many affects on the resulting wine. Elevation, drainage, and sun exposure are all vital factors in the way grapes grow and ripen. And these factors have remarkable impacts on the way the resulting wines taste. Join us a for a comparative tasting of wines exploring the impact of topography. The second tasting in our Tasting for Terroir series. Tickets are $29. |
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Wine 102: A Guide to Wine and Cheese Pairing |
| Saturday, June 22 |
| Have you ever wondered what is so special about wine and cheese paired together? Well, we're here to show you all the glories of this classic combination. Join us for an in depth look at pairing reds and whites with everything from soft and gooey Brie, fresh and creamy Chevre, aged, and extra-aged cheeses: this may come in very handy in preparation for your next dinner party. Tickets are $39. |
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Tasting for Terroir: Soil |
| Thursday, June 27 |
| Like us, grape vines are a product of their environment. The nutrients that give it life transform the aromas and tastes of the resulting wines. We'll be tasting wines from around the world that showcase their soils in demonstrative and evocative ways. The third and last tasting in our Tasting for Terroir series. Tickets are $29. |
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Wine 101: The Basics of Wine Tasting |
| Saturday, June 29 |
| We look at the typical characteristics of popular grape varietals and explain the terminology and techniques of wine tasting and learn how to recognize the subtle and subjective flavors of wine. Tickets are $29. |
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Top wines under $20 |
| Thursday, July 11 |
| Who says you have to shell out big bucks for a killer bottle of grape juice? Join us for a fresh batch of wines that will impress your palate without burdening your budget. Tickets are $19 |
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Wine 101: The Basics of Wine Tasting |
| Saturday, July 13 |
| We look at the typical characteristics of popular grape varietals and explain the terminology and techniques of wine tasting and learn how to recognize the subtle and subjective flavors of wine. Tickets are $29. |
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Bubble Bath |
| Thursday, July 18 |
| Sparkling wines are fun, festive, and appropriate at any hour of the day or night! Join us for this tasting to experience a selection of sparkling wines from around the world: Champagne, Italy, Spain, and the USA – let the bubbles flow! Tickets are $29. |
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Wine 103: South America |
| Saturday, July 20 |
| Join us as we explore the fantastic wines from our neighbors to the south! Known for its spectacular bargains and ideal growing climate, South America has been performing at a high level in recent years reworking little known French varietals and wowing consumers and critics all around the world. Expect crisp whites, hearty reds and a whole lot of flavor! Tickets are $29 |
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Rosy Rosé |
| Thursday, July 25 |
| Summer is the time to start drinking Pink! Rosé wines can range from lightly sweet and fruity to full-flavored with lots of structure. You’d be surprised how many of your favorite foods pair well with these seasonal gems. Tickets are $19. |
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Wine 102: A Guide to Wine and Cheese Pairing |
| Saturday, July 27 |
| Have you ever wondered what is so special about wine and cheese paired together? Well, we're here to show you all the glories of this classic combination. Join us for an in depth look at pairing reds and whites with everything from soft and gooey Brie, fresh and creamy Chevre, aged, and extra-aged cheeses: this may come in very handy in preparation for your next dinner party. Tickets are $39. |
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Beat the Heat! |
| Thursday, August 1 |
| As the season heats up, nothing helps cool you down like light-bodied and refreshing white and red wines. Check out an assortment of summer sipping wines and rooftop refreshers tonight at the BIN! Tickets are $19. |
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Wine 101: The Basics of Wine Tasting |
| Saturday, August 3 |
| We look at the typical characteristics of popular grape varietals and explain the terminology and techniques of wine tasting and learn how to recognize the subtle and subjective flavors of wine. Tickets are $29. |
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Zip, Zing, Zin-fandel! |
| Thursday, August 8 |
| Zinfandel is a grape quite unique to California and was just recently discovered to be related to Primitivo which is found in Italy's Puglia region. In California it flourishes and has become an American icon. This tasting will please those palates preferring big, bold and spicy red wines. Tickets are $19. |
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Wine 102: A Guide to Food and Wine Pairing |
| Saturday, August 10 |
| Matching the right wine with the right dish is an invaluable skill. We'll explain which wines pair best with which cuisine, and why. Learn to expand your tasting horizons, not to mention impress your next dinner date! Tickets are $39. |
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Wine 101: The Basics of Wine Tasting |
| Saturday, August 17 |
| We look at the typical characteristics of popular grape varietals and explain the terminology and techniques of wine tasting and learn how to recognize the subtle and subjective flavors of wine. Tickets are $29. |
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Wine 103: Sparkling Wine |
| Saturday, August 24 |
| Sparkling wines are fun, festive, and appropriate at any hour of the day or night! Join us for this tasting class to learn all about bubbly. While tasting a selection of sparkling wines from around the world, we will discuss the differences between sparkling wine and true Champagne, and explain how all the bubbles get there in the first place! Tickets are $39. |
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Staff Picks |
| Thursday, August 29 |
| BIN 604’s staff members have taste, good taste, and this is their chance to prove it to you by selecting some favorites from our shelves. A fun, eclectic tasting showcasing a variety of styles (just like us!) Tickets are $19. |
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Bangin' Burgundies! |
| Thursday, September 5 |
| Come and explore the French wine region where Chardonnay and Pinot Noir reach their peak. We'll cover major grape varieties, sub-appellations, and more at this not to be missed tasting opportunity. Come prepared to have your socks knocked off. Tickets are $29. |
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CAB Ride Around the World |
| Thursday, September 12 |
| Let’s take a ride around the globe & discover the nuances of Cabernet Sauvignon. Depending on where this noble grape is planted, it may take on various flavor and aroma profiles. Stop by the BIN and discover the king of red grapes in its many forms. Tickets are $29 |
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Wine 102: A Guide to Wine and Cheese Pairing |
| Saturday, September 14 |
| Have you ever wondered what is special about wine and cheese pairing? We're here to show you all about the glories of this classic combination. Join us for an in-depth look at pairing whites and reds with everything from soft gooey Brie, fresh and creamy chevre, aged, and extra-aged cheese: this may come in very handy in preparation fro your next dinner party. Tickets are $39. |
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Autumn Delights |
| Thursday, September 19 |
| As the temperatures drop we naturally turn to wines that warm our bellies and souls. Expect to taste some big reds such as Zinfandel, Malbec, Syrah and Cabernets; we'll also toss in a scrumptious dessert wine or two! Tickets are $29. |
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Malbec Mania |
| Thursday, September 26 |
| Argentina’s premier grape is inky, dark, and robust. We will be pouring a variety of Malbecs, all smoky, spicy, dark-fruited and delicious. You’re sure to find a new favorite. Tickets are $19. |
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Wine 103: The Rhone Valley |
| Saturday, September 28 |
| The Rhone Valley is a warm region in southern France that produces some truly spectacular wines. We will focus our attention on the different appellations of the Northern and Southern Rhone while also taking a jaunt down to the Languedoc-Roussillon, France's "wild west" (in the east) of winemaking. Tickets are $39 |
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THIS WEEK
South American Wines
Thursday, May 23
Explore offerings from two of the world’s most up and coming viticultural regions,
Porch Pounders
Thursday, May 30
A fun line-up of easy-drinking wines that are sure to please the palate of all likes. Sit-back and put your feet up and enjoy some of these delicious wines made for that relaxing day on the porch, or even couch. Snacks are optional! Tickets are $19
New Arrival
2009 Cuvelier Los Andes
"Coleccion" Mendoza
$27.99/bottle
$279.90/case of 12
"Coleccion" Mendoza
$27.99/bottle
$279.90/case of 12
Our newest in-store Malbec feature! Coleccion is a Malbec based blend with Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Petit Verdot crafted by Michel Roland, the talented consultant behind many of our favorite wines (remember Clos de los Siete!?) Robust aromas of dark plum and berries mingle with touches of French oak, spice and vanilla. The dense and structured palate is ideal for the upcoming grilling season.
