Wine Tastings & Events: September 29 – October 2

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Wednesday, September 29
The Andersons, Sylvania, Wine Tasting. 6-8 PM. Oddball varietals: 1. Pfaffl “Austrian Pepper” Gruner Veltliner, 2. Derose Vineyard “Continental” Cabernet, 3. Kenneth Volk Negrette, 4. Seppeltsfield “Cellar No. 7″ Tawny. Nominal fee per sample or $9.50 per flight.

Beer and Wine Cave, 4400 Heatherdowns, (419) 382-6221. 6-8 PM. French wines. $15.

 

Manhattan's Restaurant, 1516 Adams Street, Toledo. Wine Tasting with Uptown Vineyard. 6:30 PM. $15. Five wines and appetizers. In Union Square room. Reservations required. E-mail info@uptownvineyard.com or call (866) 276-1984.

 

Thursday, September 30

The Andersons, Maumee, Wine Tasting. 5-7 PM. Cabernet Sauvignons between $10 and $20: 1. J. Lohr – Paso Robles, California, 2. Rodney Strong – Sonoma County, California, 3. Chateau Ste Michelle – Indian Wells – Columbia Valley, Washington, 4. R Collection – Napa Valley, California. Nominal fee per sample or $8 flight. 
 

The Andersons, Talmadge Road. Wine Tasting. 6-8 PM. A Tour of Bordeaux and other French Wines: 1. Domaine de Pajot Cote de Gasgon, 2. Chateau Granville-Lacoste Graves Blanc, 3.  Domaine du Pavillon de Chauannes Cote de Brouilly Beaujolais, 4. Chateau du Pavillon Bordeaux, 5. Chateau Senejac Cru Bourgeois, 6. Chateau Ormes de Pez Saint Esteph, 7. Chateau Haut-Batailley Pauillac, 8. Chateau du Tertre Margaux. Nominal fee per sample.

Beer and Wine Cave, 4400 Heatherdowns, (419) 382-6221. 6-8 PM. French  wines. $15. 
 
Corks Wine and Liquor, Promenade Plaza, 27250 Crossroads Pkwy., Rossford – (419) 872-6800. 6-9 PM.The Super Tuscans. So what happens when you you decide to blend traditional Italian grapes (mainly Sangiovese) with non-traditional varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot? Well, Italian winemakers who tried this 20-30 years ago were belittled and ostracized. Now? The Super Tuscans are among the greatest wines Italy has to offer. The highlight of this tasting will be the 2004 Ornellaia, one of the top Super Tuscans. Ornellaia samples will be $15, or $8 for a half. Only one bottle. Nominal fee per sample.

Friday, October 1

* Special Event * Wine by the Glass Pavilion, Toledo Museum of Art. 7:00 – 9:30 PM. Drop-in wine tasting: Fall Friendly Wines. Enjoy four wines, light snacks and a view of the Glass Pavilion Hot Shop. $15 members, $20 non-members.

Aficionado Wine and Cigars, The Shoppes at RiverPlace, 26567 N. Dixie Highway, Suite 135, Perrysburg, (419-873-4444). 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. 

Corks Wine and Liquor, Promenade Plaza, 27250 Crossroads Pkwy., Rossford – (419) 872-6800. 6-9 PM.The Super Tuscans. So what happens when you you decide to blend traditional Italian grapes (mainly Sangiovese) with non-traditional varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot? Well, Italian winemakers who tried this 20-30 years ago were belittled and ostracized. Now? The Super Tuscans are among the greatest wines Italy has to offer. The highlight of this tasting will be the 2004 Ornellaia, one of the top Super Tuscans. Ornellaia samples will be $15, or $8 for a half. Only one bottle. Nominal fee per sample.

Saturday, October 2
Aficionado Wine and Cigars, The Shoppes at RiverPlace, 26567 N. Dixie Highway, Suite 135, Perrysburg, (419-873-4444). 5:00 – 8:30 p.m.

The Andersons, Woodville, Wine Tasting. 1-3 PM. 1. Grayson 2008 Chardonnay Calfornia, 2. Starling Castle Riesling Germany, 3. Vino Family 2005 Cabernet Franc, 4. Firesteed 2007 Pinot Noir Oregon. Nominal fee per sample or $2 flight.

Walt Churchill’s Market, 3320 Briarfield. Maumee, (419) 794-4000. Noon to 5:00 PM. USA Boutique wines with Adam Mahler of Ampelography. Pay by the sample or flight.

[Information on tastings can be sent to TWAV@ATT.NET.]

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