It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Piedmont Wines Tasting on Thursday, March 1, 2018, from 5 to 7 PM. Join me, Heather Falvo certified sommelier, and Al Fini, proprietor of It’s Italian Cucina to explore three wonderful wines of Piedmont. We will be pouring a Gavi, a Gringnolino and a Barbera d’Asti. If you have traveled to Italy, […]
Austin Wine Merchant
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Feb. 7 to Feb. 14, 2018
III Forks Prime Steakhouse–Hosts First Wednesday Wine Tasting on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, from 5 to 7 PM. Enjoy 6 samples of wine from and hors-d’oeuvres for $25. The featured region of the month is France. Please call 512-474-1776 to RSVP. Max’s Wine Dive–Hosts Lorenza Rosé Launch Galentine’s Party on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, from […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Jan. 31 to Feb. 7, 2018
Fixe–Hosts 3rd Anniversary Happy Hour on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018 from 5 to 7 PM. A special tasting of Robert Biale Vineyards wines paired with bites from the kitchen will be offered. The event will benefit Austin’s Center for Child Protection. Tickets are $15 with a $15 donation to the Center for Child Protection. Reservations […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Jan. 24 to Jan. 31, 2018
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Tour d’Italia Tasting on Thursday, January 25, 2018, from 5 to 7 PM. This free tasting will feature Italian Prosecco, Barbera d’Alba, and Primitivo del Salento. Hills of Lakeway Country Club–Hosts Silver Oak & Twomey Wine Event on Friday, January 26, 2018, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Silver Oak & Twomey Wines […]
Falvo’s in Flight
This bottle was my favorite pick from The Austin Wine Merchant Wines of South Africa Tasting yesterday. We were fortunate to pick up the last bottle of the Villion Henning 2016 Chenin Blanc that was in stock. Chenin Blanc is the most widely planted varietal in South Africa, occupying approximately 20% of acreage under vine. […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Jan. 17 to Jan. 24, 2018
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Sicilian Wine Dinner on Thursday, January 18, 2018 from 7 to 9 PM. Marco Scapagnini will lead a guided tasting of Firriato wine perfectly paired with delicious dishes created by chef, Al Fini. $125 per person, call It’s Italian Cucina for reservations at 512-482-8655. The Austin Wine Merchant–Hosts a free tasting in […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Jan. 10 to Jan. 17, 2018
Napa Flats Wood-Fired Kitchen Austin–Hosts Women and Wine on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, from 7 to 9 PM. The gathering will feature tastings of tap wines with food pairings. RSVP to Sarah@napaflats.com or text 512-9707423. $45 per guest. It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Free Wine Tasting on Thursday, January 11, 2018, from 5 to 7 PM. This […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Jan. 3 to Jan. 10, 2018
III Forks Prime Steakhouse–Hosts First Wednesday Wine Tasting on Wednesday, January 3, 2018, from 5 to 7 PM. Enjoy 6 samples of wine from and hors-d’oeuvres for $25. The featured region of the month is Napa Valley. Vote on your favorite wine to be featured on the III Forks menu for January. Please call 512-474-1776 […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Dec. 27, 2017 to Jan. 3, 2018
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Pinots of Italia Wine Tasting on Thursday, December 28, 2017 from 5 to 7 PM. This free tasting will feature Pinot Noir wines from Sicily, Piedmont and Venezia-Giulia. The Austin Wine Merchant–Hosts a free tasting in the shop every Saturday from 12 to 3 PM. Highly recommended to expand your wine knowledge. […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Nov. 15 to Nov. 22, 2017
Second Bar + Kitchen Domain Northside–Hosts Wine Wednesday with half off Italian wines on Wednesday November 15, 2017 from 4-10 PM. Four Italian bottles will be offered at half off and select Italian appetizers will be available for $5 during happy hour. Live music starts at 6 PM. The Austin Winery–Hosts Date Night on Wednesday […]