Your Miami wine diary – October 2022! We’re keeping this updated with Miami wine events as news comes in, so don’t forget to keep checking for more… For updates like this direct to your inbox, subscribe to the Wine Guide Miami newsletter.
October 5th – Wednesday, 7PM:
Remirez de Ganuza Tasting @ Finding Wine, Aventura
The wines you will be tasting:
- Erre Punto Blanco 2010
- Gran Reserva Blanco 2014
- Reserva 1996
- Reserva 2006
- Gran Reserva 2010
- Trasnocho 2010
Tickets are $100 for non-members or $75 for members. Find out more on Finding Wine’s website.
October 6th – Thursday, 7PM:
Vega Sicilia Unico With Diana Kelley, Brand Manager for the Americas @ Bourbon Steak, Aventura
A wine that needs no introduction, Vega Sicilia is the epitome of Spanish wines. Join finding.wine as we taste the legendary Unico, a multi-vintage experience dating back to 1987!
This event will be held at Bourbon Steak Miami. 19999 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, FL 33180
The menu will be published soon.
Due to the rarity of the bottles, this is a limited event. Please reserve your seat before it sells out. There will be no additional seats available once the event is full.
Ticket information on the Finding Wine website.
October 6th – Thursday, 6PM:
Riedel Wine Glass tasting Masterclass with Max Riedel @ Rusty Pelican, Key Biscayne
Florida Wine Academy is partnering with Riedel to offer students and clients a special Riedel Wine Glass Tasting Masterclass, hosted by Florida Wine Academy and Maximilian J. Riedel.
This will be a unique sensory experience of a comparative Riedel Wine Glass tasting. Mr. Riedel will guide you through an enjoyable and educational event, which will show the effect the shape and size of a glass have on our perception and enjoyment of wine. You will also be introduced to the new Riedel Veloce collection, made by machine but with the look and feel of a handmade glass!
Participants will each take home a set of 4 Riedel glasses, valued at $160.
Price: $140 per person, including wines, water, service, and a set of 4 Riedel glasses.
Ticket information on the Florida Wine Academy Website.
October 11th – Tuesday, 6.30PM:
Tasting with Antonio Cesare from Brigaldara Estate @ Happy Wine Calle Ocho
Join Antionion Cesare for a delicious tasting of four wines form northern Italy – three from Valpolicella and one Soave. There will be a raffle for a $60 gift certificate.
Tasting is $10
October 12th – Wednesday, 7PM:
ALL ACCESS: Fun Australia with Jane Lopes @ Vinya Key Biscayne
Join Vinya on Wednesday, October 12th for a very special All Access. You’ll go “down under” with guest, celebrated sommelier, author, and importer, Jane Lopes, to taste seven Australian wines. From the heart of Barossa to the cold pockets of Victoria to the outer reaches of Queensland, you’ll discover why it’s an exciting time to drink Australia! This is an educational-forward, interactive, and exploratory tasting co-hosted by Allegra and Jane.
Tickets are $85 and can be purchased on the Vinya website.
October 14th – Friday, 7PM:
Rose Champagne Tasting @ Finding Wine, Aventura
The wines you will be tasting:
- Champagne Henri Giraud – NV – Dame-Jane Rose
- Egly-Ouriet – NV – Brut Rose Grand Cru
- Champagne Henri Giraud – MV – Fut de Chene Rose
- Champagne Deutz – 2009 – Amour de Deutz Tete de Cuvee Rose
- Miraval – NV – Fleur de Miraval Champagne 1st Edition
- Champagne Carbon – NV – Rose
- Krug – NV – Rose
- Laurent-Perrier – 2004 – Alexandra Rose
Tickets are $375 for non-members and $325 for members. Ticket information on Finding Wine’s website.
October 18th – Tuesday, 7PM:
BAROLO FEAST @ Vinya Table, Coral Gables
Join Vinya for a Barolo Extravaganza as you celebrate one of the world’s greatest grapes, Nebbiolo! You’ll enjoy four, fall-inspired courses paired with six wines, along with a surprise, library Barolo from Vinya’s cellar. So, raise a glass, and cheers to the magic of Nebbiolo! *Space limited to twenty Barolo enthusiasts.
Tickets are $145 and can be purchased on the Vinya website.
October 19th – Wednesday, 7PM:
“He Said, She Said” Battle @ Casa Mariano, Doral!
Join friends at Casa Mariano for the “She Said, He Said” wine battle. Sommeliers Victor Tapia of Casa Mariano and Carolina Cruz of Vinya go head-to-head in all things Tuscany! In a round of 4 flights and 8 wines, you’ll sip, vote, and decide who showcased the best Tuscan wines. This is an educational-forward and interactive tasting for any Tuscan wine lover. So, get ready to vote, and crown the winner of the second “She Said, He Said!”
More information on this event on the Vinya website.
October 20th – Thursday, 7PM:
Monte Xanic Tasting & Taco Party With Diego Meraviglia @ Finding Wine, Aventura
The wines you will be tasting:
- Monte Xanic Chenin Blanc 2021
- Monte Xanic Sauvignon Blanc “Viña Kristel’ 2021
- Monte Xanic Rosé Grenache 2021
- Monte Xanic CALIXA Cabernet-Syrah 2021
- Monte Xanic Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
- Monte Xanic SELECCIÓN 2020
- Monte Xanic Edicion Limitada Malbec 2020
- Monte Xanic GRAN RICARDO 2020
Tickets are $125 for non-members and $100 for members. Ticket information on the Finding Wine website.
October 23rd – Sunday PM:
Basser’s Food and Wine Festival @ Coral Springs Marriott 1-4pm
“Basser’s second annual Food and Wine festival boasts 160 wines from around the world. All wines features are super high end and will appeal to wine lovers! We are also thrilled to welcome 15 local restaurants providing delicious samples of their foods.
Tickets are $100 per person and include all wines and food. You can purchase them online.
Tasting with Michael Keenan @ Coral Springs Marriott 10-10.45am
“In addition to the main event, we are so excited to welcome Michael Keenan of Keenan Winery. Mr. Keenan will provide a detailed walk through of his highest end and highly allocated wines.”
Tickets are $75 and available for purchase online.
October 26th – Wednesday, 6PM:
THE VINYA DRINKING CRU: All Things Rioja with Ana Fabiano @ Vinya Table, Coral Gables
The Vinya Drinking Cru is a monthly, casual meet-up where Vinya share with you a few of their favorite wines for just $15! This month, we’re sipping on the compelling wines of Bodegas Ontañón with special guest, Rioja expert, and author, Ana Fabiano! *FREE for our monthly subscribers, plus one guest
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on the Vinya website.
October 26th – Wednesday, 7PM:
Wines of Piedmont with Nick Jackson MW and Castello di Perno @ 305Wines, Palmetto Bay
In this tasting, you will get to know some of the most important wine appellations, as well as a look at Piemonte’s fascinating grapes and winemaking efforts used to produce them. Matteo Calvaroso from Castello di Perno will join and Nick Jackson MW will moderate the tasting.
Tickets are $95 and can be purchased on the Florida Wine Academy website.
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November 3rd – Thursday, 6PM:
Experience Portuguese Wine in Miami @ Miami Ironside, Miami
We’re excited to be working with Wines of Portugal to share news of a fun Portuguese wine tasting that is taking place in Miami this November. Earlybird and VIP tickets are now on sale. See you there!
100% of ticket sales will support local Miami charity, PACE Center for Girls – Miami. PACE provides girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training, and advocacy.
Buy your tickets HERE.
SAVE THE DATE:
November 10th – Thursday, 6PM:
Wine Guide Miami Presents South American Wines with Amanda Barnes @ Ruka Winewood, Wynwood
More details including VIP ticket options coming soon!
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