MAY 2024
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Run for the Roses—Derby Day with Pinhook Bourbon
SOUTH END (5:00–7:00pm)
It’s the most exciting two minutes in sports! Get ready for your Derby Day party and come taste Pinhook’s Bourbon and Rye. Jesse Weiss, from Origin Beverage, will be mixing up mint juleps!
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Wines for Greek Easter
FINANCIAL DISTRICT (5:00-7:00pm)
Food-friendly and steeped in history, these are the perfect wines to celebrate Greek Easter! From Assyrtiko to Xinomavro, these sun-drenched sips should be in your glass this spring.
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Sip & Tell Class—Rockin’ Rioja
SOUTH END (6:00–7:00pm)
These Iberian icons represent the pinnacle of Spanish winemaking! From a vibrant white to an elegant Crianza, a bold Reserva, and an exquisite Gran Reserva, join us as we learn about the Rioja region by tasting and discover why so many people call this famous Spanish wine region their favorite.
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South End Spring Stroll—Guess the Grape! Enter to Win!
SOUTH END (5:00–7:00pm)
We’re adding a little intrigue to our South End Stroll tasting. Come taste a selection of spring sips…blindly. Guess the grapes and enter for a chance to win a BRIX Cheese and Charcuterie Board and a bottle of wine!
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A Georgian Spring with Marnaveli Winery
SOUTH END (5:00–7:00pm)
With a winemaking history that dates to 6,000 B.C., Georgia is home to more than 500 different grape varieties. From Rkatsiteli to Saperavi, come taste these historic varieties paired with traditional Georgian cheese bread.
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Lessons from the Loire
FINANCIAL DISTRICT (5:00–7:00pm)
Crisp, fresh whites and lighter styled reds dominate the wines from this region in France. The tasting table will feature the likes of Chinon and Muscadet—perfect for warmer weather!
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Special Burgundy Winemaker Tasting with Celine Hirsch from Maison Auvigue
SOUTH END (5:00–7:00pm)
Join us for a special Burgundy Winemaker Tasting with Celine Hirsch from Maison Auvigue! Enjoy a journey through the renowned terroirs of Burgundy as Celine unveils the secrets behind Maison Auvigue's exquisite wines. Celine will share her family's winemaking legacy, passion for Chardonnay, and insights into Burgundy's unique appellations.
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Special Event with Burgundy’s Vincent Girardin Winery
FINANCIAL DISTRICT (5:00–7:00pm)
Join us for this special Tuesday night tasting as we uncork a selection of exceptional wines crafted by Vincent Girardin. Renowned for his dedication to terroir-driven winemaking, Worldwide Marketing Director, Marco Cascherà, will be at BRIX to pour a selection of Vincent’s Burgundies and share insights into his winemaking philosophy.
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Gray Whale Gin & Cocktail Tasting
SOUTH END (5:00–7:00pm)
Hailing from California, Gray Whale Gin is made of botanicals foraged along the migratory path of the Gray Whale—from Temecula limes to sea kelp in Mendocino. And every bottle of Gray Whale Gin supports Oceana, protecting and restoring the world’s oceans. Come taste what makes this gin so special!
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Old World Wine, New World Fame
FINANCIAL DISTRICT (5:00–7:00pm)
These old-world grapes, though appreciated in their home countries, didn't find true fame and global success until they made it to the New World.
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Sip & Tell Class— Orange You Glad You’re Here?
SOUTH END (6:00–7:00pm)
Add a splash of sunshine to your glass at our Orange Wine Class! Known for their vibrant hues and distinctive flavors, orange wines are the perfect blend of tradition and innovation. We’ll pop the cork on four different orange wines and learn what makes each of them unique, even though their color is the same.
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Adventures on the Wine Route—Kermit Lynch Classics
SOUTH END (5:00–7:00pm)
Iconic wine importer, Kermit Lynch, represents some of our most treasured producers. We'll uncork four of our favorites from France and Italy.
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New Class Added!
Sip & Tell Class—Orange You Glad You’re Here?
SOUTH END (6:00–7:00pm)
Add a splash of sunshine to your glass at our Orange Wine Class! Known for their vibrant hues and distinctive flavors, orange wines are the perfect blend of tradition and innovation. We’ll pop the cork on four different orange wines and learn what makes each of them unique, even though their color is the same.
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May in Madrid!
SOUTH END (5:00–7:00pm)
Viva España! Get ready to experience the vibrant flavors of Spain! From bold and robust Riojas to the crisp and refreshing Albariños of Galicia, we’ll journey through Spain's diverse wine regions with every sip.
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Everything is Coming Up ‘Rosés’
FINANCIAL DISTRICT (5:00–7:00pm)
The power of pink is back with the new 2023 vintage! Get a sneak peek of this spring's hottest pink pours, including new releases from Dom. de la Provenquiere and Sainte Croix.
