Orin Swift Wines

Westgate Wine Bar 6405 Westgate Road #111, Raleigh, NC, United States
Paid Tastings

Join us for a curated tasting featuring wines from Orin Swift—a brand known for bold, expressive varietals and iconic labels. Sample a selection of their standout wines, learn about their winemaking philosophy, and dive into the story behind each bottle.

$30 – $40

Gueuzerie Tilquin Tasting and Pairing Class

Triangle Wine Company 575 New Waverly Place Ste 103-B, Cary, NC, United States
Classes

Take a deep dive into Belgium’s spontaneous fermentation tradition with a guided tasting featuring Gueuzerie Tilquin—one of the most respected lambic blendings in the world. Explore their Oude Gueuze, fruit lambics like Quetsche and Mûre, and learn how age, barrel aging, wild yeasts, and blending create their distinctive funk, sourness, and complexity. Each beer will […]

$35 – $45

Switchback Ridge 25th Anniversary Wine Dinner with owner Kelly Peterson

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 4140 Lassiter Mill Rd , Suite 100, Raleigh, NC, United States
Dinners

Celebrate 25 vintages of Switchback Ridge on Friday, October 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM at Ruth’s Chris, Raleigh (Lassiter Mill Rd). Join owner Kelly Peterson as she shares the story of her family’s legacy — from her great-grandparents purchasing the land in 1914 to founding Switchback Ridge in 1999, to the present day innovation under […]

$195.00

Wine Tasting

Seaboard Wine 1914 Bernard Street, Raleigh, NC, United States
Paid Tastings

Join us every Saturday at Seaboard Wine in Raleigh for a relaxed, friendly tasting of curated wines. Whether you’re exploring new varietals, revisiting old favorites, or just in the mood for something different, this is your chance to sip & discover in good company.

$10

Small Vineyards Italian Wine Dinner with Jody Allen

Encore Ristorante 11211 Galleria Avenue, Raleigh, NC, United States
Dinners

Join us Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:30 PM at Encore Ristorante in Raleigh for an intimate evening with Jody Allen as we explore exceptional Italian wines from boutique “small vineyard” producers. Each wine in his portfolio meets rigorous standards — single estate, hand-picked, sustainably farmed, artisanal, family-operated. Chef John Scarangella will present a sumptuous […]

$180.00

Tempranillo Tasting

Westgate Wine Bar 6405 Westgate Road #111, Raleigh, NC, United States
Paid Tastings

Dive into the vibrant world of Tempranillo! Join us for a tasting that explores this iconic grape’s many personalities—from the smoky, earthy Rioja styles of Spain to brighter, fruit-forward expressions from newer terroirs. You’ll learn about aging practices, oak usage, and how climate shapes flavor. Perfect for those who love red wine and want to […]

$10 – $15

Wine Tasting

Seaboard Wine 1914 Bernard Street, Raleigh, NC, United States
Paid Tastings

Join us every Saturday at Seaboard Wine in Raleigh for a relaxed, friendly tasting of curated wines. Whether you’re exploring new varietals, revisiting old favorites, or just in the mood for something different, this is your chance to sip & discover in good company.

$10

Autumn in Italy Wine Dinner

Triangle Wine Company 575 New Waverly Place Ste 103-B, Cary, NC, United States
Dinners

Step into the flavors of fall with an evening inspired by Italy on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 PM in Cary, hosted by Triangle Wine Company. For $85 per person, enjoy a five-course dinner crafted by Nikki, paired with an exceptional lineup of Italian wines guided by guest sommelier Laurence Vuelta.

$85.00

Wine Tasting

Seaboard Wine 1914 Bernard Street, Raleigh, NC, United States
Paid Tastings

Join us every Saturday at Seaboard Wine in Raleigh for a relaxed, friendly tasting of curated wines. Whether you’re exploring new varietals, revisiting old favorites, or just in the mood for something different, this is your chance to sip & discover in good company.

$10

Wagner Family Wines Tasting

Westgate Wine Bar 6405 Westgate Road #111, Raleigh, NC, United States
Paid Tastings

Explore the legacy of Wagner Family Wines in this special guided tasting. Join us Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 6:00-7:30 PM at Westgate Wine Bar in Raleigh. Sample a curated selection from the Wagner portfolio while Brandon Lewis leads the tasting, sharing stories behind the vineyard, production style, and what makes each wine unique. A […]

$30 – $40

Champagne and Friends

The Loading Dock 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States
Classes

Get ready to pop open something exciting! Champagne & Friends is a 90-minute sparkling wine adventure that takes you well beyond Champagne. Discover Crémants, Franciacortas, Cartizze, Cava, Prosecco—and bubbles from surprising regions like Slovenia, the USA, Portugal, and Argentina. You’ll learn how these wines are made, how to decode grape labels, proper service and storage, […]

$99

Sensory 101

The Loading Dock 1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States
Classes

Get ready to unlock the secrets of wine tasting in a relaxed, fun, hands-on class designed for beginners and aspiring wine lovers alike. Over 90 minutes, you’ll learn how to smell and taste wine like a pro—boosting your aroma memory bank with 20+ common descriptors (fruity, floral, and more), try 5-7 wines with different styles, […]

$99