Vino-Sphere: Toledo Area Wine Tastings & Events: January 18-21, 2012

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Toledo Area Wine Tastings & Events: January 18-21, 2012

Wednesday, January 18
The Andersons, Sylvania, Wine Tasting. 6-8 PM. More Great Closeouts: 1. Ste. Chapelle Dry Gewurztraminer, 2. Clos LaChance “Black Chinned” Syrah, 3. Five Star Cellars Walla Walla Syrah, 4. Ste. Chapelle Soft White. $7.50 per flight or nominal fee per sample.

Beer and Wine Cave, 4400 Heatherdowns, (419) 382-6221. 6-9 PM. California Wines. $15.

Thursday, January 19

The Andersons, Maumee, Wine Tasting. 5-7 PM. Dan’s favorites: 1. Orin Swift – Veladora – Sauvignon Blanc – Napa Valley, 2. Melville – Verna’s Estate Chardonnay – Santa Barbara County, 3. Chappellet – Mountain Cuvee – Napa Valley, 4. Robert Mondavi – Cabernet Sauvignon – Napa Valley. $7.50 per flight or nominal fee per sample.

The Andersons, Talmadge Road. Wine Tasting. 6-8 PM. 2012 Closeout Tasting #2: 1. Arrowood Chardonnay, 2. Morrow Bay Chardonnay, 3. Domaine Joseph Voillot Vonay Pinot Noir, 4. Melini Chianti, 5. Col D’Orcia Rosso di Montelcino Italy, 6. Hundred of Joanna Red Blend Australia, 7. Ravenswood Barricia Zinfandel, 8. Tarrica Moscato California. Nominal fee per sample.

The Andersons, Woodville Mall. 5-7 PM.Closeout Wines Part 1: 1. Prima Perla Prosecco, 2. Hogue Genesis Chardonnay, 3. Gallo Sonoma Merlot, 4. Col d’Orcia Rosso di Montalcino. $2 per flight or nominal fee per sample.

Beer and Wine Cave, 4400 Heatherdowns, (419) 382-6221. 6-9 PM. California Wine. $15.

Corks Wine and Liquor, Promenade Plaza, 27250 Crossroads Pkwy., Rossford – (419) 872-6800. 6-9 PM. Nominal fee per sample.

TREO Wine Bar, 5703 Main St., Sylvania, (419) 882-2266. Wine & Cheese Thursday. Explore the wonderful world of wine and cheese. Try four different wines with a sample platter of the day’s cheese.

Friday, January 20
Special Event – Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion, 7:00 – 9:30 PM. Art of the Vine. Wine: Roussillon Region French Wines (Cloister)
Tour: Cloister Architecture. Sample four wines, light snacks, and enjoy a complimentary art tour at 7:00 or 8:00 PM. $15 members or $25 nonmembers. Tickets can be purchased at the TMA information desks; reservations are not required.

Aficionado Wine and Cigars, The Shoppes at RiverPlace, 26567 N. Dixie Highway, Suite 135, Perrysburg, (419-873-4444). 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. Tuscan Reds: 1. Montellori Chianti, 2. La Mozza Morellino, 3. Rodano Chianti Classico , 4. La Massa Toscana. $15 tasting.

Saturday, January 21
Aficionado Wine and Cigars, The Shoppes at RiverPlace, 26567 N. Dixie Highway, Suite 135, Perrysburg, (419-873-4444). 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. Tuscan Reds: 1. Montellori Chianti, 2. La Mozza Morellino, 3. Rodano Chianti Classico , 4. La Massa Toscana. $15 tasting.

Walt Churchill’s Market, 3320 Briarfield. Maumee, (419) 794-4000. 12:00 Noon - 5:00 PM. Wines from Ampelography with special guest. Adam Mahler from Ampelography Wines will be on hand to introduce you to some of the coolest small production, high-quality wines from around the world. Premium tasting. Nominal fee per sample.

Walt Churchill's Market, 26625 Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg, (419) 872-6900. 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Nominal fee per sample.

AREA WINE BARS

Tres Belle Wine and Martini Lounge, (419) 874-4555, 3145 Hollister Lane, Perrysburg (Levis Commons).
Zinful Wine Bar & Restaurant, (419) 878-9463, 7541 Dutch Road, Waterville.