Wine Events of the Week–Austin Feb. 28 to Mar. 7, 2018

  • 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, bring your photos and stories to share as we taste these interesting and delicious wines. We will be sharing photos, stories, guidebooks, a bit of Italian conversation and any other Italian inspiration that you have to offer!  Ciao Bellas!
  • Italic–Hosts Free Montevetrano Wine Tasting on Thursday, March 1, 2018, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.  Enjoy a free tasting of Montevetrano wines from the Campania region of Italy, guided by Guido Groppi of Montevetrano Winery.
  • 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.
  • Fixe Southern House–Hosts Krupp Brothers Wine Tasting on Monday, March 5, 2018, from 5 to 7 PM.  Taste four Napa Valley wines from Krupp Brothers Winery while enjoying complimentary small bites.  Tickets are $25 per person.  Reservations are not required but are recommended. Call the restaurant to reserve your spot (512) 888-9133.
  • Steiner Ranch Steakhouse–Hosts Krupp Brothers Wine Dinner on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, from 7 to 10 PM.  Enjoy a 5-course meal paired with Krupp Brothers WinesYou must reserve your seat at this special dinner by calling us at (512) 381-0800.  $125 per person.
  • III Forks Prime Steakhouse–Hosts Italian Wine Tasting on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, from 5 to 7 PM.  Enjoy at least 6 different Italian wines.  $25 per person. Reservations are required by calling 512-474-1776.
  • Baretto–Hosts Halter Ranch Wine Tasting on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM.  Enjoy a chef’s tasting menu paired with four Halter Ranch wines from Paso Robles.  Reservations are required by emailing info@barettoatx.com.  $45 per person.
  • Lenoir–Hosts Wonder Women of Wine on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, from 6 to 7:30 PM.  Advanced Sommelier Rania Zayyat will present a 90-minute class on the backgrounds and achievements of women in wine.  A flight of ten wines will be poured for the presentation.  Tickets are $40 and available via Eventbrite
  • Second Bar + Kitchen Domaine Northside–Hosts Wine Dinner with Dina Mondavi on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, from 7 to 10 PM.  A cocktail reception with passed small bites will be followed by a 5-course menu prepared by Chef David Bull.  The menu will be paired with Michael Mondavi Family Estate wines.  Tickets are $125 and available via Eventbrite.

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