Pennsylvania Wine Society

Wine Wednesday ~ Summer Wines
2022-05-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Wherever YOU Connect with Zoom
Next weekend in the USA, we take pause to remember all the brave men and women who gave their lives so that we can exercise all of our freedoms, including our ability to freely talk about the wine of our choosing every Wednesday evening on Wine Wednesday. This episode of Wine Wednesday falls on May 25th at 7:00 pm Eastern Time.
Memorial Day weekend is also traditionally thought of as the unofficial start to summer; so, let’s kick it off by talking about our favorite wines for warm summer evenings spent outside while enjoying friends and family. There are so many beautifully refreshing “summertime sippers” (generally lighter white or rosé wines) to enjoy on the patio or deck or veranda. So, grab a bottle of your favorite summertime wine elixir, take pictures of the front and back labels, send those photos to WineCat@pa.net by 11 PM Tuesday for inclusion in our weekly PowerPoint slide show, and get ready to share some facts and tasting notes about the “summertime sipper” of your choice!
No reservation needed! Simply join us on May 25th at 7:00 pm Eastern Time via the Zoom link shown below!

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Wine Wednesday ~ Wines from Old Wineries
2022-06-01 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Wherever YOU Connect with Zoom
“I love everything that is old; old friends, old times, old manners, old books, and old wines.” -Oliver Goldsmith, The Vicar of Wakefield. It sounds like old Oliver would be thrilled with this weeks topic of discussion for Wine Wednesday, as we old friends will be talking about old wines, some of which will undoubtedly come forth from old manors, as we look at wines from wineries that have been in existence for over 100 years.

All details for each individual event are posted here closer to the actual event and distributed to PWS members via e-mail in advance of the event each week.
Please check back here the week of the event for Zoom connection information.
Most important is to reserve your Wednesday evenings now for this fun and interesting exploration of wine!

Wine Wednesday ~ Chardonnay
2022-06-08 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Wherever YOU Connect with Zoom
This week for wine Wednesday will take a look (and have a taste) at what is perhaps the world’s most polarizing wine; Chardonnay. Originally from Burgundy, used in all kinds of sparkling wines, and without the distinctive flavors of other white varieties like Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling, Chardonnay is said to be the most popular white wine on earth. On the other hand, it’s a topic of conversation so adamantly admonished by its detractors that it may keep a couple of our regulars from even opening their Zoom app to join the call. Let’s talk it through and see if those who like it can get to the bottom of what makes a good Chardonnay, while those who don’t are encouraged to show and tell us why you feel it’s worst.
All details for each individual event are posted here closer to the actual event and distributed to PWS members via e-mail in advance of the event each week.
Please check back here the week of the event for Zoom connection information.
Most important is to reserve your Wednesday evenings now for this fun and interesting exploration of wine!

Wine Wednesday ~ Anything But Chardonnay
2022-06-15 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Wherever YOU Connect with Zoom
It’s ABC Day on Wine Wednesday! Last week we looked at some of our favorite Chardonnays, and no doubt a few of you were not enamored with the topic. Well friends, this is your Wednesday, as this week we will be discussing literally any wine you want to highlight, as long as no one even mentions the word “Chardonnay.” So, bring your Cabernets, Rieslings, Viogniers, Malbecs, Albarinos, Merlots, or one of any of the hundreds of other grape varieties at your disposal, and tell us why what you picked is so much better than that stuff we discussed last week.
All details for each individual event are posted here closer to the actual event and distributed to PWS members via e-mail in advance of the event each week.
Please check back here the week of the event for Zoom connection information.
Most important is to reserve your Wednesday evenings now for this fun and interesting exploration of wine!

Vino Italiano
2022-06-24 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
On Friday evening, June 24 at 7:00 pm at the Hilton Harrisburg, we will experience a special event featuring nine carefully selected wines from Italy. We will be pouring four white wines and five red wines representing nine different wine appellations from seven different Italian regions (states). Our wine tour of Italy will cover Piedmont and Veneto in the north, Tuscany in central Italy and Campania, Molise and Sicily in southern Italy. We will also have a beautiful wine from Sardinia that kind of defies the easy geographical labeling of the rest of Italy.
One thing that is easy to say about Sardinia is that it’s a perfect place to grow its preferred wine grapes. Our wine from this island will be a Vermentino. Most Italians will tell you the very best Vermentino comes from Sardinia…and this one is delicious. It is a crisp white with a tantalizing taste of lemon.
We will be pouring an Arneis from Piedmont. This is a smooth and flavorful white from a native grape of the region produced by Damilano. region produced by Damilano. They are a prestigious, family-owned winery that we were fortunate to visit. Their wines are fantastic!
Sicily is Italy’s largest region (state) in both population and land area. It has more vineyard land than any other region. Our white from Sicily is 100% Carricante. This grape produces a lively, crisp wine with lots of minerality; not surprising considering Sicily’s volcanic soil.
Our last white is a beautiful and very interesting wine from Campania east of Naples. It is made entirely from Coda di Volpe. The translation is Tail of the Fox. That is the grape. I’m wondering how many of you have ever had that wine?! Well, you will experience it at this event!
Our first red in the lineup is a very nice Nero d’Avola from Sicily. It is Sicily’s most prominent native grape. This wine is deep and rich with black-fruit flavors and a hint of exotic spice.
Our next red is from Molise. How many of you have ever heard of Molise…probably not too many, let alone taste wine from there. This is a nice little gem. It is 85% Montepulciano. This is a red grape that grows mainly along the east coast of Italy. But it doesn’t grow near the City of Montepulciano. Go figure.
Of course, we couldn’t have an Italian wine event without having reds from Tuscany. We have two. If we have two reds from Tuscany, then one has to be a super Tuscan…and it is. It is Toscana Rosso from Altesino. My wife and I had an opportunity to taste this wine at the winery.
We really loved it. It has a Sangiovese base, 80%, with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot. Sangiovese is the noble grape of Tuscany but both Cab Sauvignon and Merlot grow very well here and their acreage is increasing.
We go back to northern Italy for our next red. It is from Zenato in Veneto located in northeastern Italy. It is a wine you don’t see very often. It is 100% Corvina. While Corvina is the leading grape of Veneto, it is virtually always included in a blend with Rondinella and Molinara, also sometimes with Oseleta. Zenato is a leading winery in Veneto and this is one of their best wines. It is very expensive but worth every penny.
Our last wine is from Tuscany. It is a Chianti Classico DOCG from the heart of the greater Chianti area. This wine is 100% Sangiovese made by Castello di Bossi. This estate has been producing wine since the ninth century AD. It is located in the southern section of the Classico appellation near Siena. The grapes for this wine are from a single vineyard, Bossi. The grapes are grown at an elevation of 1,155 feet with a southwestern exposure facing Siena.
This will be the ONLY PWS Italian wine event for the year. You will not want to miss this exceptional tasting. Join us for an evening enjoying some of the finest wines Italy has to offer. We will also have a selection of fine cheeses and Hilton baguettes.
100% COVID 19 vaccination proof with follow-up 14-day waiting period completion is required to confirm event reservations. All CDC and PA DOH distancing and safety precautions as well as the Hilton Harrisburg’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests.
Tables of 4 persons each may be reserved via communication in your online reservation notes or to the Treasurers. Click here to reserve seats online. Hope to see you there.
Member Reservation—$60
Patron Reservation—$55
Nonmember Reservation—$70

A Night of White
2022-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Armitage Golf Club, 800 Orrs Bridge Road, Mechanicsburg, PA, 17050, United States
Join us in July when the PWS will be hosting its version Diner en Blanc®. Diner en Blanc® is a pop-up al fresco event held for one evening only, every summer, in major cities throughout the world.
Diner en Blanc® attendees, dressed entirely in white, bring their food and wine to a central outdoor location where seating and lighting are provided. They eat their food, enjoy their wine and share conversation with friends and tablemates for a few languid hours outside.
The PWS July event will be themed much like Diner en Blanc® but will have a few changes. Our event is called ‘A Night In White’. PWS will provide the food, the wine and an indoor venue for our attendees. The dress code for the evening is all white attire. This event is a social which means there will be no structured presentation of the wines. It is a time for attendees to gather, eat and talk to others who enjoy wine.
Our event will be held at the Armitage Golf Club, 800 Orrs Bridge Road, Mechanicsburg, PA on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 7PM. Full buffet dinner will be served accompanied by six white wines. No red wine will be served – the wine, like the dress code, is white only. Visit our website shoppe page to make your reservation now.
PS – if there are any food allergies, please send an email to cathyboyd@zoho.com
Members $65 Patrons $60 Nonmembers $75

Armstrong Valley Wine & Dine
2022-10-23 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Armstrong Valley Vineyard & Winery, 212 Rutter Rd, Halifax, PA, 17032, United States
RESRVATIONS CLOSED October 16th. Check out our other upcoming events!

Our October tasting event is coming up soon at the award-winning Armstrong Valley Vineyard and Winery, so get your tickets, for another memorable afternoon of great food and wine!
The event is Sunday, October 23rd, from 1-3 p.m. and will include six of Armstrong Valley’s award-winning wines: Chardonnay (un-oaked), Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Armstrong Red (Bordeaux blend), and Pinot Noir.
Armstrong Valley Vineyard and Winery (http://armstrongvalleywinery.com) is located a scenic 40-minute drive north of Harrisburg, in Halifax, PA. Enjoy the fall foliage on the way! The winery resides on 100 acres of historic farmland dating back to 1769. Robert Armstrong, namesake for the valley area and the creek that runs through the property, started the homestead, which includes a main stone house, barn, summer kitchen, outhouse, tack house, icehouse, granary and stable.
The original property was given to Robert Armstrong by the Penns (probably as payment for military service) and included roughly 200 acres. All the wines are made in the 200 year old bank barn.
Renowned Chef Loic Jaffres will prepare small plate tapas including an onion and brie tart for an appetizer, lifter steak (beef) with mushroom sauce as an entrée along with rice pilaf with carrot Vichy and caramelized cabbage as sides, followed by carrot cake with caramel sauce for dessert.
Chef Loic brings a lifetime of French culinary skills to our event. In the 18 years leading up to his recent retirement, he owned and operated his own French restaurant in Maryland.
This is my first time hosting, so please let me, Barry Einsig, know if you have any questions or suggestions at barryceinsig@gmail.com.
Hope to see you there.
100% COVID 19 vaccination proof is required to confirm event reservations. Safe distancing and safety precautions will be followed based on any CDC or PA DOH reported geographic regional exposure risk at the time of the event.
Reservation DEADLINE is Sunday, October 16th at 5 p.m. Tables may be reserved via communication in your online reservation notes or to the Treasurers. Click here to reserve seats online.
Member Reservation: $65
Patron Reservation: $60
Nonmember Reservation: $75

PWS 35th Anniversary Celebration Gala
2022-11-12 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | American Antique Car Museum, 161 Museum Drive, Hershey, PA, 17033, United States
This event is SOLD OUT. The product has been removed from the Shoppe page. Event information remains here as a reference for those attending.
On Saturday evening, November 12th, 2022 we will celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Pennsylvania Wine Society. To commemorate this milestone, we planned a special event for PWS members and guests.
It will be held in the Main Gallery of the American Antique Car Museum at 161 Museum Drive, Hershey, PA. The Museum is on PA Route 39, a convenient location slightly north of Giant Center and Hershey Park. We start at 6:00 p.m.in the Miami backdrop section of the museum, pouring Champagne—James Bond’s favorite—Bollinger Special Cuvee. Wine Spectator loved this Champagne and awarded it 93 points.
Stroll through the museum’s remarkable number of beautiful antique cars while you sip Champagne and listen to fabulous Jazz Duo Steve Rudolph and Hassan J. J. Shakur. Steve and Hassan are well known, accomplished musicians with more than 50 years of performing experience.
You may remember Steve as the pianist at the Hilton during his 22 year gig as the house pianist for jazz programming. Steve has traveled around the world playing his music, performed and recorded with a large number of talented musicians, and has mentored many young musicians with his founding of the Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz; now in existence for over 40 years.
A native of Los Angeles, Hassan is the son of renowned jazz pianist Gerry Wiggins. He has been the bassist for the Duke Ellington Orchestra since 1974 and still tours and performs with them regularly. Hassan is a recording artist, appearing on over 150 recordings with jazz greats Scott Hamilton, Monty Alexander, Chuck Redd and countless others. He has been a resident of Central PA since 1978.
At 6:45 p.m. we move to the Route 66 section of the museum for our buffet dinner. This area is really distinctive, with various replicas of shops and scenes from America’s most famous highway, Route 66, on display. You’ll want to have the next wine in hand to finish with the first course green salad. The wine is a high-end Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc, 2020 Domaine des Senechaux. Wine Spectator describes it as “Juicy and fresh, showing a delicious core of white peach and starfruit flavors, with subtle lemon shortbread, acacia and verbena accents. It offers a nice underlying acidity that helps extend and define the finish.” Wine Spectator gave this wine 93 points.
The main course follows with entrées: Porcini Crusted Beef Tenderloin (Gluten Free) and Mushroom Ravioli with Parmesan in a sage brown butter sauce (Vegetarian). The two sides are Bundled Haricot Vert and a Wild Rice Medley with herbs and spices.
To accompany the entrées, we chose two classic reds. Chateau Montrose 2018 La Dame de Montrose from Saint-Estèphe, Left Bank Bordeaux. Review notes state
“The 2018 La Dame de Montrose is composed of 52% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot and 4% Cabernet Franc. This deep garnet-purple colored wine delivers a profound aroma of baked plums, blackberry preserves and raisin cake with touches of dark chocolate, licorice, Chinese five spice and sandalwood. Full-bodied, rich and opulent in the mouth, it fills the palate with ripe generous fruit, backed by firm, rounded tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and spicy.”-Wine Advocate, 95-96 points.
The second is Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, 2011 Ambrosan, produced by Nicolis from the Verona area in northeastern Italy. ‘’The Ambrosan wafts up extroverted and opulent, with exotic spices and cherries giving way to mocha and sweet pipe tobacco. This wine is silky-smooth, balancing both savory and sweet. There is so much depth and focus here, showing citrus-tinged plum skins with coffee and dark chocolate. The finish goes on and on, incredibly long yet balanced.” -Vinous Media, 96 points.
For a sweet finish—mini Caramel Apple Cheesecake bars for dessert. We selected Weingut Hopler Trockenbeerenauslese 2015 to pair with it. Burgenland is the source of Austria’s finest botrytized sweet wines. This blend of 35% Samling 88, 35% Welschriesling and 30% Riesling is lush and balanced with aging noted to enhance its complexity. “… spicy nose with white pepper, citrus zest and ripe yellow fruit. The palate has a high and intense sweetness with mild acidity and a plump finish.” – Wine Spectator, 91 points.
You can see that all these wines are fantastic! They are also expensive—and worth every penny. This gala is generously subsidized to reduce member reservation prices thanks to a decision of the PWS Board of Directors, and your past support of PWS.
100% COVID 19 vaccination proof is required to confirm event reservations. Safe distancing and safety precautions as well as all Museum policies will be followed as we are their guests. Precautions are based on any CDC or PA DOH reported geographic regional exposure risk at the time of the event.
EVENT is SOLD OUT! Information remains for reference for those attending.

DEADLINE to register for Champagne Brunch
2022-11-27 00:00 - 17:00 UTC | PA

Champagne Brunch
2022-12-04 12:00 - 14:30 UTC | Greystone Public House, 2120 Colonial Rd, Harrisburg, PA, 17112, United States
Last Day to Register – Sunday, November 27th
Going, going, gone! Seats to the Champagne Brunch on December 4 are almost sold out and the time to buy the remaining seats ends soon. You do not want to miss this Champagne and small plates event at Greystone Public House. The Champagnes have been specially selected to pair with the gourmet food of Chef Jason Viscount. In selecting the Champagnes, we focused on affordable but high-quality small house wines and not the mass marketed Champagnes that are ubiquitous around the holiday season. We also sought variety in style (from Extra Brut to Demi-Sec) and in grapes (100% Chardonnay to blends featuring Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir). This event is for the Champagne aficionado as well as the novice. Join us for food, fun and most importantly CHAMPAGNE! Register today at pawinesociety.org!
MENU
Gathering & Greeting
Gaston Chiquet Tradition 1er Cru

Smoked Salmon Rillettes with Everything Bagel Crostini
Drappier Brut Nature

Spicy Korean Cauliflower Wings, Chogochujang Sauce, Baby Cilantro,
Cucumber Ginger Salad
Waris Hubert Lilyale Blanc de Blancs Zero Dosage

Corn Fritter, Fried Oyster, Horseradish Crème Fraiche, Chives,
Petite Herb Salad
Andre Jacquart Vertus Experience Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru

Smoked Duck Breast, Creamed Wild Rice, Pecan Cranberry Chutney
Ruinart Champagne Brut Rosé

French Pear Tart, Almonds, and Blue Cheese
Piper Heidsieck Champagne Demi Sec Cuvée Sublime

Include any food sensitivities and allergies to be considered in the “notes” section of your online reservation. If you have any questions about the menu, please email treasurer@pawinesociety.org. We can help you with special needs.
Current COVID 19 vaccination proof is required to confirm event reservations. Safe distancing and safety precautions as well as Greystone’s practices and policies will be followed as we are their guests. Precautions will be based on any CDC or PA DOH reported geographic regional exposure risk at the time of the event.
Reservation DEADLINE is Sunday, November 27th at 5 p.m. Click here to reserve seats online.
Member Reservation: $120
Patron Reservation: $115
Nonmember Reservation: $140

DEADLINE to register for 20th PA Wine Excellence Awards Event
2023-01-24 00:00 - 17:00 UTC | PA

The 20th PA Wine Excellence Awards Event - SOLD OUT
2023-01-29 14:00 - 16:30 UTC | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT – Reservations closed Tuesday, January 24th at 5 PM
The event on January 29th is actually a celebration. Not only will you be tasting the top eleven Pennsylvania wines as judged by our PA Wine Society panel, but we will be doing this for the 20th time. I still remember the beginning – dedicated, excited, hesitant, hopeful. We experienced all of those emotions as we sought to recognize and encourage the Pennsylvania wine industry.
The changes and improvements over 20 years have been remarkable. I know you will want to try the current top ten. While you taste you will hear from winery representatives who will talk about how the wines were produced and perhaps refer to the development of their wines over those 20 years.
We honor the top scoring wine with a beautiful plaque that the winery can display until next year, and then awarding the runner up wine with a framed document for display. The runner up will be the top scoring wine from the opposite color of grapes. For instance, if a red is the top winner, the runner up will be the top scoring wine made from white grapes.
A list of the top eleven wines (in alphabetical order) follows. Yes, eleven versus ten this year as there were tied scores. I know you will want to join us for this event at the Harrisburg Hilton on Sunday, January 29th at 2 p.m. when we reveal the top wine and celebrate each of these wines with the winery teams.
If your mantra has been, “I don’t like PA wines” let this event change your perspective. Click here to reserve seats online. RESERVATION DEADLINE is Tuesday, January 24th at 5 p.m.

Cassel Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2016
Chaddsford Sparkling Semillon 2020
Karamoor Estate Cabernet Franc 2017
Karamoor Estate Meritage 2017
Long Shot Desert Rose 2021
Presque Isle Wine Cellars Eskimo Kisses 2020
South Shore Wine Co. Sparkling Riesling 2020
South Shore Wine Co. Gruner Veltliner 2019
Stony Run Winery Pinot Noir 2019
Stony Run Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2020
Waltz Vineyards Estate Winery Baron Red 2019

Member Reservation: $60
Patron Reservation: $55
Nonmember Reservation: $70

Deadline to Register for Sweeties Event
2023-02-07 00:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | PA

Sweeties! Exploring Fine Dessert Wines Around the Globe + Artisanal Cupcake Pairings
2023-02-10 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
Only days left to sign up for this rare event. I know there’s someone you want to recognize as kind, helpful, essential, or sweet this heart month. Ditch waiting in line and paying exhorbitant prices for dinners, roses, candies, and shows. Invite your favorite people (not just Cupid’s valentines) to this unique food and wine event. They will remember it and talk about it throughout the year!
The tasting panel chose well-balanced (NOT cloying) dessert wines and wonderful cupcake pairings. The wines are being brought into the PLCB system just for this event. And the cupcake flavors aren’t to be found in any mainstream bakeries. We made this special for you.
Important Distinction – We’ve engineered it to NOT overwhelm with sweet.
We’re going light with mini cupcakes and disassembled cupcake ingredients on the side such as nuts and salt snack bits to balance and cleanse the palate. This is food and wine SCIENCE. And Maryalice Warfield is just the right scientist and baker to do it well. CupCakEquation is her brainchild and creative outlet. Maryalice started baking when she was just a little girl. She has continued making cupcakes and other sweet treats as a hobby away from her career as a microbiologist at the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. After winning the amateur division at the Harrisburg Cupcake Cup in 2015, Maryalice decided it was time to share her passion for making inspired flavor combinations as well as beautifully and artistically designed cupcakes with a wider audience. We are so excited to work with her!
Here’s what we’ll taste and savor from around the globe.
Slovenia—Domaine Ciringa—spontaneous fermentation Sauvignon Blanc with a honey pecan cupcake and Cambozola frosting topped with fresh fig & pecan
Austria—Heidi Schröck—Late Harvest Welschriesling and Furmint blend and a fruit cake cupcake with cream cheese frosting (fruits include dried figs, dates, cranberries, and golden raisins)
South Africa—Mullineux Straw Wine—Recioto Chenin Blanc with a pistachio, olive oil cupcake topped with raspberry buttercream frosting and a fresh raspberry
France—Geoffrey—Ratafia distilled from fine of Pinot Noir Champagne with a dark chocolate covered cherry cake pop; dark chocolate shell with chocolate cake and Bing cherry center
Uruguay—Bodega Pablo Fallabrino —Alcyone style Tannat with a pretzel bottom vanilla cupcake, marshmallow frosting and salted caramel drizzle
Portugal—Kopke Douro red blend 10yr Tawny Port with an apple cider cupcake and bourbon buttercream topped with apple and candied bacon
Need I say anything more?
Click here to reserve now.
Member Reservation: $90
Patron Reservation: $85
Nonmember Reservation: $110

DEADLINE to register for Women and Wine In Person Tasting Event
2023-03-21 00:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | PA

Women and Wine (In Person Event)
2023-03-26 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
Today’s Women and Their Wines – an in person tasting of nine wines!
Spring is upon us and what’s a better way to celebrate the longer and warmer days than tasting exceptional wines produced by women in honor of Women’s History Month? Join us March 26 at 2 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg for a celebration of women and wine (and spring!).
There were three guiding principles for our wine selection process for this event:
1) Quality – Every wine is rated 90 points or higher by a recognized wine critic or organization and was approved by our tasting group as a top-notch wine. The female winemakers creating these wines are all lauded in the industry as among the best winemakers of any gender!
2) Availability – Every wine is available (as of this writing) through the Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores or on its website, although not all wines are in every store. Our goal was to let you run out and buy (or order) your favorites from the tasting.
3) Variety – The wines are from different grapes made in different styles from regions around the world. From a California sparkling to a robust Pacific Northwest Cab, we’ll taste a full range of wines.
At the event, you’ll be greeted with a Brut Rosé from Schramsberg’s winemaker, Jessica Koga, whom I had the pleasure of chatting with recently. I’ll share her insights on her road to winemaking and her wines at the event.
We’ll move on to four excellent white wines, all of which would be heaven sipping on the back deck on a warm spring afternoon or paired with a light summer meal. We’ll taste a Pinot Grigio from Italy (Elena Walch); a Grüner Veltliner from the Lehigh Valley (Sarah Troxell of Galen Glen); a McBride Sisters New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and a White Burgundy (Veronique Drouhin-Boss of Joseph Drouhin wines).
But not to be forgotten are the reds, those that are perfect for food or drinking alone. Come sample an Australian Shiraz (2014 Australian Winemaker of the Year Louisa Rose); an Argentinian Malbec from the renowned Susana Balbo; a California Zinfandel (Queen of Zin, Carol Shelton) and finally a Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Kate Michaud of Double Canyon). Imagine any of these reds with summer grilled meats or even a juicy burger and you’ll remember that summer isn’t just for white wines!
Registration deadline is Tuesday March 21st.
Member Reservation: $70
Patron Reservation: $65
Nonmember Reservation: $90

DEADLINE to Register for Sherry Event
2023-04-18 00:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | PA

SHERRY - Spain's Unique Gift to the Wine World
2023-04-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
How can Sherry become hip to the consumer of the 21st century? Most of us recognize Sherry as a very old wine growing region (the area’s winemaking has its roots back as far as 3,000 years ago) and as a sweet style of wine.
But Sherry is not just sweet – it has a diversity of styles – from dry to sweet. And with that diversity in wine styles, Sherry has the ability to pair with a wide range of foods. So, if Sherry is so great with food why hasn’t there been a Sherry revolution? Is it too complicated? Too many styles?
Certainly its rarity on wine store shelves, and often being lumped in with dessert wines contribute to the misunderstanding of Sherry.
Sherry is a versatile beverage and our event on Friday, April 21st at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg will showcase this versatility. Sherry makes a killer cocktail so we will sample two cocktails. The first cocktail will be made with a dry style of sherry – served at the beginning of the evening. The second cocktail will be made with a sweeter style sherry – served at the end of the evening.
In between we will have six Sherry wines – ranging from dry to sweet – with three small plates of food.
FINO
Lustau Fino Jarana
MANZANILLA
Bodegas Hidalgo La Gitana Manzilla Pasada Pastrano
AMONTILLADO
Bodego Hidalgo La Gitana Amontillado Napoleon
PALO CORTADO
Gonzalez Byass Palo Cortado Leonor
OLOROSO
Williams and Humbert Oloroso Don Zoilo
PEDRO XIMÉNEZ (PX)
Lustau Pedro Ximénez San Emilio
Three plates of food:
1) Almonds, Olives, Manchego Cheese
2) Spanish Tortilla (potatoes, onion, egg) and Croquetas de Jamon (Spanish Ham Croquettes) – Pescetarian Substitute for Croquetas de Jamon is Garlic Shrimp
3) Mushroom Risotto
Please send any food allergies and requests for substitution WITH YOUR Resevations, or if you forget then send to the Assistant Treasurer’s email or via the website contact form. Click here to email.

There are so many topics to discuss about Sherry – in addition to an introduction to the solera system for aging Sherry we will touch on:

Sherry Casks – highly valued for use in aging other alcoholic beverages.
Vintage Sherry – a very small percentage of production.
Sherry Labeling – if there is no vintage listed, how do we know how old it is?
Recent changes to the rules governing the production of Sherry

Please join us for this informative and enjoyable event.
Member: $100
Patron: $95
Nonmember: $120

DEADLINE to Register for Wonderful World of Waltz Wines
2023-05-16 00:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | PA

The Wonderful World of Waltz Wines
2023-05-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
What does this impressive beast have to do with putting better wines in your glass? To find out—join us on Friday, May 19th at the Hilton Harrisburg.
The Waltz team has prepared a special event—more than a tasting. Here are 7 key features for you:

Enjoy an educational presentation supported with slides and video content showcasing what’s new at Waltz Estate Vineyards.
Taste new wines made by 7th generation Zach Waltz, graduate of Cornell’s oenology program.
Learn about the mysterious Gregoire GL7.4, and how it improves wine production from vine to glass.
Relax and comparatively taste, not just the familiar, but a full lineup of White, Rosé and Red wines.
Get FREE passes for visiting the Waltz tasting room to check out future selections!
Win Waltz Library Wines! Wines no longer available for purchase—some that you may have purchased and should have aged, but were too impatient to stay the path. Join us to get your hands on one of those older bottles which is now drinking prime!
Enjoy pairing wines with Hilton Chef Bianca’s special nibbles plates to accompany our wines. For the whites: Seared Sea Scallop Garlic and Honey, Bowtie Pasta in a white wine cream sauce, Herbed Cheese Crostini and Arugula. For the reds: Sauteed Mushroom with a Cabernet Demiglaze, Beef Brochette with Bleu Cheese, Dark Chocolate Truffles.

It will be a great evening. Please come help us celebrate this four-time PA Wine Excellence Winner!
Waltz Vineyards is committed to using only their estate-grown fruit. The vineyard team works diligently throughout the year shoot tucking, thinning, leaf pulling and weeding to assure vines produce top quality vinifera wine grapes. The boutique winery utilizes the most modern wine-making technology imported from Italy.
Many of the wines are finished in French oak barrels sourced from some of the top coopers in France. Each barrel is ordered to be charred specifically for the type of wine to be made. Throughout the year, a rigorous barrel maintenance program is maintained to protect and preserve the beautiful cooperage. If you’ve seen the barrel room, you know.
Waltz has always meticulously maintained all their processes to make great wines. I can’t recall ever seeing a cleaner crush pad or barrel room!
Here’s what we’ll be tasting Friday, May 19th:
2022 Sauvignon Blanc
2019 Sémillon
2021 Fusion
2021 Old Line Chardonnay
2019 Reserve Chardonnay
2021 Stiegel Rosé
2019 Baron Red
2019 Cabernet Franc
2019 Cherry Tree Merlot
2019 Crow Woods Cabernet Sauvignon
I know many of you are excited about this event. For those of you who have not tried these wines, you will be surprised and delighted. Find out what hard work in the vineyard and the cellar means for you the consumer. Enjoy Waltz Vineyards Estate Winery’s bold reds, intriguing whites, and a most captivating rosé guided by the actual grower and winemaker.
Make note that the reservation deadline is Tuesday, May 16th so don’t delay. Go to the Shoppe Page to make Reservations!
Member Reservation: $70
Patron Reservation: $65
Nonmember Reservation: $90

DEADLINE to Register for La Strada del Vino
2023-06-13 00:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | PA

La Strada del Vino
2023-06-16 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
On Friday evening, June 16 at 7:00 pm at the Hilton Harrisburg, we will be experiencing a special event featuring nine carefully selected wines from Italy. We will be pouring four white wines and five red wines representing eight different wine appellations from seven different Italian regions (states).
Our wine road in Italy will cover Piedmont and Emilia-Romagna in the north, Tuscany in central Italy and Abruzzo, Campania, Puglia and Sicily in southern Italy.
The Wine List
~Whites~
Villa Sparina Gavi DOCG del Commune di Gavi 2020. Piedmont. Gavi is known as the white wine jewel of southern Piedmont. It is the showcase for the Cortese grape. This wine comes from an area that is only 30 miles north of Genoa, Christopher Columbus’ home town in Liguria. This Gavi has always been integral to the identity of Villa Sparina. It has a unique strength and exquisite freshness that is a true expression of the appellation. 100% Cortese. James Suckling 91 points.
Cantina Sanpaolo Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2020 Claudio Quarta. Campania. Most Italians believe the greatest expression of Fiano comes from the hills around Avellino east of Naples in Campania. I agree. The winery sits on top of a hill surrounded by vineyards and woods populated by wolves. This wine comes from a single vineyard. It is full of flavor and is pale straw yellow in color. It has a typical herbaceous scent that is well reflected on the palate, together with a quality of freshness. 100% Fiano.
Cantina Zaccagnini Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC 2020 Il Bianco di Ciccio. Abruzzo. When you sip this wine, you can clearly understand why Trebbiano is the most widely planted white grape in Italy. This wine is medium straw yellow in color. On the nose it is intense and fragrant with a focused bouquet mainly of white-fleshed fruit with hints of citrus and dried fruit. On the palate it displays freshness with a flavor of citrus. 100% Trebbiano d’Abruzzo.
Ottosoldi Gavi DOCG 2021. Piedmont. This wine is a bright and juicy Gavi with ripe lemon, peach and apple fruits highlighted with a whisper of herbs. Really well-textured on the palate with lifted acidity lending length on the finish. It is a dynamic and versatile white made from organically grown grapes. 100% Cortese. James Suckling 92 points.
~Reds~
Poggio Anima Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC 2019 Asmodeus. Sicily. This wine is dark garnet in color. It has notes of ripe plums, leather, garrigue and pepper on the nose. This Asmodeus displays ripe black cherry and a touch of candied berry on the palate. The finish consists of fruit sweetness and a licorice note with soft gripping tannins to hold it all together. 100% Nero d’Avola.
Tre Monte Romagna Sangiovese Superiore IGT Campo di Mezzo 2020. Emila-Romagna. Made with organically farmed grapes, this young red has inviting aromas of wild berries, eucalyptus and tilled earth. It is bright and easy but also delicious. It features juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry and star anise set against polished tannins and lively acidity. 100% Sangiovese di Romagna. Vinous 91 points, Wine Enthusiast 90 points.
Poggio Anima Primitivo – Salento IGT 2019 Lilith. Puglia. This wine is opaque ruby. It displays smoked meat, dried cherry, cracked pepper, and cassis on the deeply scented nose. It is medium to full-bodied with berry cobbler flavors showing a liqueur-like intensity with an anise note coming up with air. The smoke and cassis notes carry through on the finish, which also features dusty tannins. This is a wine of real intensity and concentration. 100% Primitivo.
Tenuta Degli Dei Tuscana IGT 2019 Le Redini. Tuscany. Le Redini impresses with its energy and vibrancy. Plum, mocha, gravel, spice and licorice are all beautifully delineated. With the 2019 vintage, Le Redini has an extra kick of energy that is just compelling. It’s a wine of extreme pleasure. 90% Merlot, 10% Alicante. James Suckling 94 points, Vinous 93 points
Poggio Landi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2017. Tuscany. A certified-organic wine, this 2017 Brunello di Montalcino shows a graceful and delicate side with wild cherries, blue flowers and warm earthiness. The wine is silky and smooth on the palate, with hints of crushed mineral or limestone. Fresh acidity fuels a long finish. 100% Sangiovese Grosso. Wine Advocate 93 points, Wine Spectator 92 points.
This will be the ONLY PWS Italian wine event for the year. You will not want to miss this exceptional tasting. Join us for an evening enjoying some of the finest wines Italy has to offer. We will also have a selection of fine cheeses and Hilton baguettes.
Member—$65
Patron—$60
Nonmember—$85

DEADLINE to Register for Summer Sippin' - French Bistro
2023-07-18 00:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States

Summer Sippin' - French Bistro
2023-07-21 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
Join us for our summer outdoor event on the Hilton balcony overlooking Market Square. We have indoor space available in case of adverse weather, so no risk other than missing this event if you don’t reserve early. We are limited by balcony and indoor room space to 20 participants.
The date/time is Friday, July 21st at 6:30 p.m. The fare is Fabulous French sippers, compatible with hot weather, paired with small bites—Melon Skewers, Oysters on the half shell, Shrimp Ceviche, Berry Dessert Shooters, and Chocolate Truffles—incredibly edible!
French wine is widely regarded as the best wine in the world. It has amazing soul derived from terroir—the practice of creating wine through allowing it to be deeply influenced by the particular character of the soil, climate, sun, and minerals of the specific area it is grown. We will venture off the beaten French paths for this event, so don’t miss it. What do I mean by off the beaten path? There will be no Chardonnay, no Champagne, no Bordeaux—BUT there will be fabulous wines that you may have missed in the PLCB system.
The wines by region include:

A sparkling wine we think is a perfect summer aperitif—Vouvray (and that means Chenin Blanc).
White Chateauneuf du Pape. It is100% —are you ready? Viognier.
Aligoté from Bouzeron; the only region in Burgundy that produces Aligoté. It is amazing—terroir shows so well!
Bandol Rosé—this one a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. It is fresh and lively and perfect for summer.
Alsace Pinot Noir—a stunner of a Pinot Noir —wild and “lightly animal” per the winemaker. Lovely harmony, with length and balance.
Savoie Mondeuse Noir— a ruby-colored, delicate, floral, nearly ethereal red—terrific with a slight chill. It’s a Weygandt import.
Cahors Malbec—nobody does Malbec better. This one is imported by Kermit Lynch and is so rich, velvety and wonderful we had to serve it.

We are so pleased to present this event to you! It will be a delightful summer’s evening by itself, but you may extend the adventure—the Hilton is offering a 10% discount on food (alcoholic beverages not included) to those who make reservations in the Ad Lib Restaurant either before or after the event—you choose the time.
Dinner reservations may be made at opentable.com. Proof of event participation will be emailed to you prior to the event, and must be presented to your Hilton server for the discount. The Event Reservation deadline is Tuesday, July 18th unless we fill the space prior. Please be aware of this deadline.

Member —$70
Patron —$65
Nonmember —$90

DEADLINE to Register for South African Wines Event
2023-08-15 00:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | PA

South African Wines
2023-08-18 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
Too quickly dismissed by some, South Africa is undoubtedly one of the world’s most dynamic wine producers. So, if your experience of South African wines is from a party ten years ago, it’s time to take another look! This wine line-up has fresh, crisp, acidic whites and robust smooth reds worth exploring.
Established South African winemakers re-emerged onto the international scene in the early 1990s, following the demise of the apartheid era. New wines, new wineries, highly qualified winemakers, and even new regions have appeared steadily ever since. All of this makes South Africa more exciting than ever, but more complicated, too. And that’s why we recruited an expert to guide our tour—Kevin Ostrowski, PWS member and wine tour guide extraordinaire! Kevin is American Wine Society’s Western Pennsylvania Regional Ambassador, Chapter Chair of the AWS Beaver County, PA, chapter, and member of the AWS Education Committee.
An AWS Certified Wine Judge, Kevin is a Certified Specialist of Wine with the Society of Wine Educators, holds a Wine and Spirits Education Trust Level 3 Award in Wine and Spirits (with Merit), and has completed level 1 Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers. Kevin has vetted most of these wines; with our tasting team suggesting a few extras (you know… we couldn’t help it). In addition, Kevin has toured South Africa’s wine areas and brings personal stories to enrich the presentation and transport us all briefly to this beautiful wine region.
In South Africa, the sustainability initiative is encapsulated by a San word, hannuwa. It is a collective word suggesting a life of harmony and plenty; in other words, success in sustaining life. Hannuwa expresses the wine industry philosophy embodied in the pledge signed by producers: to farm sustainably; to be a custodian of the land and preserve it for future generations; to nurture a culture of respect among the people who work on the farms and in the cellars; to promote an environment of dignity, equality and upliftment for all; to protect the unique and valuable biodiversity of our winelands; and to safeguard the rich heritage of South Africa’s winelands. AND they make some excellent wines!
On Friday, August 18th at 7 PM—Hilton Harrisburg, our wine tour begins with a sparkling greeting wine made in traditional style from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Following the bubbles, we’ll start the program and get serious with the whites. South Africa boasts some of the world’s great Sauvignon Blanc, and we have two!
South Africa though, to many, suggests Chenin Blanc. South African Chenins are quite different from French—almost always dry, but ripe and full of flavor (often with the complexity that comes from the increasingly sought-after old-vine fruit). We think we’ve narrowed it down to two we want you to try. (BTW, one is old vines and lovely!)
We’ll move gently to reds with a Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé you’ll likely recognize, but perhaps haven’t tried because lesser-known regions are sometimes passed by. And since it’s summer—a second rosé of—guess this one—Pinotage. You can’t object because no tour of South Africa is complete without Pinotage. For many it is a love-it-or-hate-it grape. It is a South African creation (1926) of ‘parents’ Pinot Noir (which imparts its strawberry aromas and lovely texture in young wines, and more complex, farmyard characteristics in the more mature), and Cinsault, which adds spice and body. Whether you love or not the grape, we bet you’ll love this rosé!
Our first red is another widely planted noble grape–Pinot Noir. We follow with a Cabernet Franc we found to be like no other we’ve had from anywhere in the world—and it’s so interesting we had to include it, you understand. To finish the reds flight we have, of course, chosen a Pinotage from the Western Cape. Pinotage continues to evolve into a plethora of different styles meaning there’s never been a better time to explore, or revisit, it. Seriously. Join the fun here!
Equally enjoyable as the wines will be foods native to South Africa. Hilton Chef Bianco is preparing in house the following foods for us. Isn’t he fabulous to do this for us?!

Biltong (similar to beef jerky)
Piri-Piri Chicken (grilled with red pepper seasoning but not too hot)
Boerewors on the Braii (beef sausages) w/Apricot Dijon Sauce

These small plates will be accompanied by palate cleansing bread or toasted crostini. Please note any food allergies in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurers with concerns.
You may make reservations via the Shoppe Page of this website. Reservation deadline is Tuesday, August 15th
Member —$70
Patron —$65
Nonmember —$90

DEADLINE to Register for The Wines of Sunny Greece
2023-09-26 00:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States

The Wines of Sunny Greece
2023-09-29 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
It’s easy to miss Greece as a wine gem because not that much Greek wine is exported. Greeks love their wine just as Italians do; and 90% of production is consumed in Greece. Most know Greece has a long, rich winemaking history, yet Greek wines are often passed by simply because we don’t know much about them—and fear we can’t pronounce the grape names to ask about them. So being risk averse to what the bottle may hold—we move onto our comfort zone and take home another Italian red or French white.
BEFORE you err and pass by this event though, you may want to review some key points about Greek winemaking. First, the wines of Greece are truly European. This is not just an issue of provenance but a matter relating to style and quality. They are a part of the premier European wine league and in terms of quality they belong to the same class as Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German and Austrian wines.
Greece should be approached in the same way as Italy: a large country packed with indigenous varieties and terroirs not found anywhere else. The Greeks and Italians have influenced each other when it comes to wine more than many might think, trading varieties (such as Aglianico) and techniques for centuries.
Most importantly, Greece is a treasure trove of genuine, authentic wine. It’s a part of the country’s history and is imbedded in the soul of every Greek man, woman and child. Just like Italy.
Greek wines are expressive of their distinctive and historic terroirs, bearing all the hallmark characteristics of their Old-World provenance. Hence, the wines are a must-try for all people wishing to explore and taste the wines of the essential vineyards, the grand terroirs of the world.
Historic vineyards with unbroken track records of several millennia abound. Many of these distinctive ecosystems developed through natural selection and are located in areas protected from most vine pests and vine diseases. Therefore, the vast majority of Greek vineyards are suitable for organic cultivation or other alternative methods of viticulture and chemical spraying has been largely eliminated.
Greece is blessed with an amazing array of distinctive and unique terroirs. Greek wine is very distinct and is able to transfer you to the place of its production. The alternation of mountains and countless miles of coast create a varied combination of altitudes, different mesoclimates, orientations, inclinations, aspects and soils. Within a single region there might be several different available terroirs.
Greek wines are some of the best value-for-money buys in the world market today. Along with great quality and affordability, these wines are an inspirational, truly different proposal, based on unique attributes. They are a superb source of enjoyment for people who are offended by blandness and who understand the need for diversity. Greek wine has been made to meet that need since long, long ago.
So, check it out—join us on Friday, September 29th at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg to taste ten wines representative of the variety available from these unique Greek wine regions. Mitigating our fear of tasting new wines and being unable to say the grape names will be our special guest speaker, Ioannis G. Tsapos (Yanni). Yanni, who is a Greek native, will take us through a 10-wine sampling chosen by John Brinjac of Keystone Importers, including some unique wines not on the shelves but available by SLO. We’re excited to share them with you:

Zoinos Brut 100% Debina
Tetramythos Roditis Orange Natur
Tetramythos Retsina Roditis
Avantis Estate Malagousia
Kotrosos Agiorgitiko
Gavalas Santorini Assyrtiko
Bosinakis Moschofilero Mantinia
Tetramythos Phelloe Natur 50% Mavrodaphne, 25% Kalavratino and 25% Agiorgitiko
Foundi Naoussia Xinomavro
Gavalas Vinsanto (Assyrtiko)

Trust us—the wines are as beautiful as the Greek countryside. There will be Greek food to pair with the wines for a true cultural learning experience. Hilton Chef’s small plates will include Grilled Pita, Grilled Feta, Hummus, Spanakopita, Chicken Souvlaki, Lamb Lollipops w/Chimichurri or Mint Yogurt.
Please inform us of any food allergies well in advance in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurer with concerns.
Reservation deadline is Tuesday, September 26th.
Member —$95
Patron —$90
Nonmember —$115
You may MAKE RESERVATIONS via the SHOPPE PAGE of this website.
Please note any food allergies EARLY in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurers with concerns.

DEADLINE to Register for French Cru Beaujolais
2023-10-17 00:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States

French Cru Beaujolais
2023-10-20 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Harrisburg, 1 North Second Street, Harrisburg, PA, 17101, United States
Get onboard with Beaujolais!
The Beaujolais region is a classified district within France with a centuries-long history of favor among kings and commoners—highly valued. Then, for the past 20 years, nobody’s gonna’ touch it.
Happily for the bargain hunter, its fall from favor has not caught up with the recent decades of unheralded work by its farmers and wine makers! To the wine cognoscenti, the Cru of Beaujolais are suddenly (and probably temporarily) among the few ‘bargains’ available in French wines.
? What happened to bring Beaujolais down to this new low?
? How do you sort the brilliant jewels from the dirt clods?
? How do you read the labels?
? What does a great one taste like?
? And to the Foodie, when I get my hands on a great bottle, what do I pair with a great Beaujolais for just snacks or dinner?
Happiness guaranteed! All mysteries and your personal questions resolved; your taste buds and food-related questions answered on the plate before you. If the delight of Beaujolais has escaped you and you have questions, bring ‘em on! Join Eric Miller as he shares and relives his youth in the back roads of French wine country. Relax and show up for uncommon values and some of the most fun wines in the world!
The Crus of Beaujolais are stand-alone AOCs representing the region’s very best vineyard land. The wines are high-quality, reflecting individual terroirs and showcasing the great potential of the Gamay grape. Across the board, these are structured, complex wines with spicy aromas and the potential to age well.
We showcase these wines Friday, October 20th—7 p.m. at the Hilton Harrisburg. You don’t want to miss this one. Guaranteed GREAT wines, GREAT food, GREAT humor and entertainment from the man—Eric Miller, vintner, author and GREAT guy.
In consultation with the Hilton Chef, we plan three small plate food pairings to complement these wines:
Salmon Brandade with Croûton ~ Frisée with Duck Confit, Pomegranate and Chèvre ~ Grilled Pork Loin with Cherry Demi-Glace
Please inform us of any food allergies well in advance in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurer with concerns.
Reservation deadline is Tuesday, October 17th . We are limited to 36 participants due to the number of bottles Eric stashed. I’d say this isn’t one to wait if you want to savor the best of the best Cru Beaujolais. To sweeten the deal Eric is providing several door prizes. Don’t miss this!
Member —$115
Patron —$110
Nonmember —$135
MAKE RESERVATIONS by going to the Shoppe Page of the website.
Please note food allergies in the notes section of your reservations or email the treasurers with concerns.
