Women in Wine Luncheon

The United States recognizes March as Women’s History Month to celebrate the achievements of women in history and contemporary society.  Winemaking has long been considered, both in reality and by perception, as a “man’s world.”   However, women have long been involved in wine, and not in just consuming it.

Early in the 19^th century, Madam Clicquot, yes, that Clicquot, was the first women to run a champagne house assuming the reins of the family wine business upon her husband’s death.  (Veuve is French for widow, so the famous Champagne is named for her!)  Watch the film Widow Clicquot with Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon, etc., for inspiration, and to learn a bit more about women’s history and Champagne as you sip your New Year’s bubbly!

Other women followed Madame Clicquot, generally taking over management of the family wine businesses when needed on the death of a husband or male relative.  The making of the wine, however, was still mostly a man’s job bolstered by laws that deprived women of autonomy and opportunity.

Inevitably, as laws and society changed, women began to make inroads into winemaking as well, particularly over the last few decades.

So that we can all learn more about women’s contribution to the development of wine and in recognition of Women’s History Month our March event focuses on women in the modern wine world.  Join us on Sunday March 23^rd at Noon, Greystone Public House for a luncheon tasting of notable wines produced by women winemakers from various regions around the world.  Chef Jason Viscount is again preparing a wonderful luncheon for us so you may eat, sip wine and enjoy Robyn’s informative dialogue about the women behind the wines.

We’ve chosen non-noble grape wines to make this event more unique and interesting for you.  We’re in the process of tasting candidates in the less common grape category with both white and red wines made from Gruner Veltliner, Mourvèdre Blanc, Torrontes, Blaufrankisch, Lagrein, Petit Sirah, Petit Verdot, Schiava, and more!  You know we won’t give up until we have an exciting group of wines to pair with Jason’s fabulous food.  We’ll have more about the menu and wines in upcoming newsletters.  In the meantime, please save the date, and consider booking early to ensure you’re seated. The deadline is Sunday, March 16^th.  Please inform us early of any food sensitivities by sending email to the Treasurer.

For Reservations – go to the Shoppe Page of this webite.

             Members—$100

             Patrons—$95

             Nonmembers—$120