Wine Weirdo Wednesday Wine Class!

Chardonnay, exploring the world beyond buttered popcorn and flint! We love our classes so much, but this month is so busy with events, so we were able to only squeeze one in! It’s a darn hot summer, so for this month’s class we be focusing on the incredibly diverse world of Chardonnay. There is a reason that Chardonnay is one of the leading grapes across all wine growing regions. I truly love this grape, and feel that it has gotten a bad rap as of late. In the movement away from overly oaked, higher ABV wines, many people now associate Chardonnay with only that. We will explore five examples of this truly classic grape, from across the world. Through those tastes, we will dive into the themes of malolactic fermentation, oak usage, soil type influence, climatic influence, and clonal selection. I am 99% sure you will find a wine or five you love in the lineup! $48/PP includes pours of 5 wines, an appetizer platter and gratuity. Call the Vine at 207-721-3000 to reserve your spot!

Well, most everyone knows that we love Amari here at the Vine, so we're kicking off this season's wine education with a proper class on them! We will be focusing on wine based vs. spirits based Amari, AKA the ones I can legally sell here. We'll taste through 5 different amari that will help frame the major categories of amari. We will discuss the history and diversity of this lovely world, and we'll touch on the many ways in which Amari can be used. Class will last approximately 1.5 hrs, and the price of $45 includes an appetizer platter and drink. Call the Vine at 207-721-3000 to sign up!