San Francisco Bay Area Wine Tasting and Dinners from LocalWineEvents.com

Sushi & Sashimi Wine Pairing!

Jan 08, 2009 (Thu): PLEASE RSVP by JANUARY 7th! :) CALL 925-648-1300 So, one of my favorite dishes in the whole wide world is SUSHI & SASHIMI!! However, I dont always want a light beer or sake to go with it. Sometimes I just want a nice glass of wine. Over the course of 2008, many of our customers [...]

Live Jazz with Sue Lukito & Guest Musician!

Jan 09, 2009 (Fri): Join us for a great night with Sue Lukito and guest musician! We will be open late until 11pm, so if you are in the area, swing by and enjoy a glass of wine or beer! Bella Vino is proud to have Sue Lukito's charismatic stage presence, sultry voice and guitar excellence performin[...]

Domenico Wines Presents The Chris Taylor Band

Jan 09, 2009 (Fri): Domenico Wines presents Rock 'n Roll Friday with The Chris Taylor Band. $10 cover, cash only at the door. Cash wine and beer bar. Snacks available for purchase.[...]

Budget Stretcher Wines

Jan 09, 2009 (Fri): Join Vino100 for a tasting of 5 excellent wines that will squeeze into the tightest budget! The most expensive one is $11 a bottle. We will be pouring: 2005 Reilly's Mad Dog Riesling Clare Valley, Australia ($8/bottle) 2006 Domaine Monternot Beaujolais Blanc Chardonnay Burgun[...]

After Hours at Ridge Vineyards

Jan 10, 2009 (Sat): Taste the January ATP shipment! Enjoy cozy evening tasting great wines with your fellow ATP members. RSVP early to ensure your reservation and that your shipment will be available for pick up. Please RSVP, no later January 5. RSVP is for member + 1 guest.[...]

After Hours at Ridge Vineyards

Cellar360 San Francisco: Winter Stews Cooking Demo

Jan 10, 2009 (Sat): Nothing warms the soul like homemade soup. For this cooking demo, participants will witness Kaseys preparation of three soups made with winter vegetables. We love the produce this time of year. The colors, textures, savory flavors, spices and rich aromas provide us with a varie[...]

Free - TweetUp Wine Tasting of Urban Wineries in San Francisco

Jan 10, 2009 (Sat): Join the TweetUp Wine Tasting group on Saturday, January 10 to tour San Francisco's Urban Wineries. Taste wines from 7 of California's Premier Wineries located in 3 different San Francisco locations. The tasting will include wines from the following wineries: VIE Canihan Family [...]

Sniff, Swirl, and Spit - An Adventure in Wine Tasting

Jan 10, 2009 (Sat): Saturdays 01/10 - 01/31 from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (4 1 1/2 hour classes) Experience Wine Tastings from a New Perspective and join Vino 100 for our Wine Tasting Series. Learn the basic steps of wine tasting focusing on how the senses are used to evaluate sight, nose and palate of [...]

Bernie Madoff Wine Tasting, including Poniz, the Prisoner, @ Blackwell's!

Jan 10, 2009 (Sat): This Saturday we are having the Bernie Madoff Wine Tasting! Wines will include Ponzi, the Orin Swift Prisoner, Hedges, and so on! Come in and enjoy a few wines with us![...]

JC Cellars New Years Party

Jan 11, 2009 (Sun): Celebrate the New Year with JC Cellars and taste through delicious Rhne varietals like Syrah, Roussanne & Marsanne. Artisan cheeses, appetizers and music will be served along side. For more information or to purchase tickets visit our website: www.jccellars.com.[...]

Cellar360 San Francisco: Wine: Shiraz versus Syrah

Jan 11, 2009 (Sun): You say potato. I say...whatever. This rich and robust wine is a must-have cellar staple no matter what you call it. We'll taste through our the top shiraz/syrahs' available in a collection perfect for your cellar. Complimentary and open to the public. For information, call 866[...]

Olive Curing Workshop

Jan 11, 2009 (Sun): Don Landis presents an Olive curing workshop. Don talks about the history of the Olive, the history of the Olive in California and gives a thorough description of the Greek style no-lye method of curing Olives. Followed by tasting Don's Olives with cheese and crackers. For tho[...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VinoRosso

Jan 12, 2009 (Mon): VINOROSSO will be hosting the next round of ITALIAN WINE TASTING CLASSES A 5-week Monday class starting 1/12 $50 /class or $200 for all 5 classes A tour of Italian wines starting in Piemonte, moving to Veneto, Toscana, Central Italy and ending in the South & Islands A 3-wee[...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VINOROSSO

Jan 13, 2009 (Tue): VINOROSSO will be hosting the next round of ITALIAN WINE TASTING CLASSES A 5-week Monday class starting 1/12/2009 $50 /class or $200 for all 5 classes A tour of Italian wines starting in Piemonte, moving to Veneto, Toscana, Central Italy and ending in the South & Islands A [...]

Dijon Clones vs. The Pommard Clone as Exhibited by the Magnificent Pinot Noirs of California

Jan 13, 2009 (Tue): ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~VINTNERS CLUBa California non-profit, public-benefit corporation(founded in 1971) 36 Southridge WestTiburon, California 94920Telephone: (415) 381-4467 Facsimile: (415) 381-4460Web site: www.vintnersclub.org~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~[...]

Wine & Whiners @ VINOROSSO

Jan 14, 2009 (Wed): WINE & WHINERS - family friendly happy hour at VINOROSSO every WEDNESDAY, 4pm-7pm ALL AGES WELCOME!!! We put toys on the tables instead of candles...[...]

Parties That Cook presents: Cooking Crush for Singles (35-50)

Jan 14, 2009 (Wed): Parties That Cook invites you to Cooking Crush, an evening of wine tasting and cooking for singles (ages 35-50 recommended). Admission includes wine tasting and pairing with a menu of international appetizers. Cooking Crush guests will be greeted with a nibble, name tag and glas[...]

Winemaker Anne Hay from Stonestreet Wines at Wine Bar and Shop

Jan 14, 2009 (Wed): Winemaker Anne Hay from Stonestreet Wines will be pouring three fantastic small production wines. She will feature a chardonnay, a cabernet sauvignon and a Bordeaux style blend. Come in and chat with Anne and pick up some delicious Stonestreet wines at 10% off.[...]

Italian Wines at William Cross

Jan 14, 2009 (Wed): Please join us at William Cross as we kick off our Wednesday Night Tastings with Italian Wines.[...]

Meet the Winemaker ~ Kokomo Winery!

Jan 15, 2009 (Thu): Kokomo Winery with Winemaker Eric Miller! Wow, what a treat all in the same month too! Wine Club Members? This a great chance to meet the wine maker featured in this months Red Only Selection. I have to say, I was really impressed with his wines. Yes, I know..you are probably[...]

An Evening with Selvagrossa: The Food & Wine of Italy's Marche Region

Jan 15, 2009 (Thu): The Marche, sandwiched between Tuscany and the Adriatic Coast, is fast becoming one of Italys hottest wine regions. Traditionally known for the great white of the region, Verdicchio, the Marche is starting to give Tuscany a run for its money in the red department, particularly [...]

Exclusive wine tasting with limited production wines

Jan 15, 2009 (Thu): Come and Discover and learn about these Exclusive limited production hand crafted wines not found in any store!. Plus cheese and food pairing ideas.Hurry space is limited! RSVP to[...]

Come Jazz out with live music by Sue Lukito & Guest Musician!

Jan 16, 2009 (Fri): Join us for a great night with Sue Lukito. We will be open late until 11pm, so if you are in the area, swing by and enjoy a glass of wine or beer! Bella Vino is proud to have Sue Lukito's charismatic stage presence, sultry voice and guitar excellence performing every Friday nigh[...]

Winter Wineland at Ridge Vineyards

Jan 17, 2009 (Sat): Join us for the 17th annual Winter Wineland. Over 100 area wineries participating! Taste wines from many of Ridge's key growing locals: Zinfandel and Syrah from our Dry Creek Valley estate, Del Carlo Zinfandel from the Alexander Valley. Plus, a very special vintage of Pagani Ranc[...]

Cellar360 San Francisco: Wine and Cheese Pairing Class

Jan 17, 2009 (Sat): Wine and cheese can be the perfect couple - or a dud blind date. Learn what makes a dynamic duo in this class on the intricacies of wine and cheese pairings. Kasey will explore classic and less traditional match-ups in a tasting of six artisan cheeses and delectable wines. $25.00[...]

Draeger's Annual Bordeaux Blow-Out Tasting

Jan 17, 2009 (Sat): SAVE THE DATE... It's Draeger's annual Bordeaux Blow-Out again!!! We will be uncorking 35-40 bottles of Bordeaux, both red and white. Draeger's Wine Department will host this event at the Draeger's Blackhawk Cooking School. Those who attended our Bordeaux Blow-Out last year kn[...]

Cellar360 San Francisco: Wine: Winery of the Month - Penfolds

Jan 18, 2009 (Sun): Enjoy our featured winery this month Penfolds. As one of the most celebrated, and oldest, wineries in the world, there is a huge variety to taste through. Well choose some of the best examples from their amazing vineyards and vintages. Complimentary and open to the public. F[...]

Singles Wine Tasting Party in Sonoma Wine Country

Jan 18, 2009 (Sun): Meet new single friends who appreciate fine wine! Only $10 at the door includes tasting great wines, accompanied by appetizers to cleanse the palate. Adults of all ages welcome. Dress to impress! Sunday, January 18, 2009, 1-3pm. LOCATION: Mayo Family Winery, 13101 Arnold Drive, [...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VinoRosso

Jan 19, 2009 (Mon): A 5-week Monday class starting 1/12/09 $50 /class or $200 for all 5 classes A tour of Italian wines starting in Piemonte, moving to Veneto, Toscana, Central Italy and ending in the South & Islands Cost includes a tasting of 5-7 wines per class, bread, cheese, salumi, olives and [...]

Sniff, Swirl, and Spit - An Adventure in Wine Tasting

Jan 19, 2009 (Mon): Mondays 01/19 - 02/09 from 7:00 pm - 8:30pm (4 1 1/2 hour classes) Experience Wine Tastings from a New Perspective and join Vino 100 for our Wine Tasting Series. Learn the basic steps of wine tasting focusing on how the senses are used to evaluate sight, nose and palate of wine[...]

The Wine Scene at Campton Place: Kobalt Napa Valley Cabernet Dinner

Jan 20, 2009 (Tue): Please join us on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 for a very special evening with Kevin Carriker Winemaker and Proprietor Kobalt Winery. Evening starts at 7 pm with a cool glass of Champagne. We thenproceed to the Campton Place Suite for a formal tasting with Kevin Carriker and hi[...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VinoRosso

Jan 20, 2009 (Tue): A 3-week Tuesday class starting 1/13/09 $50 /class or $120 for all 3 classes This class will explore Italian sparkling wines, the wines of Veneto and Italian Dessert Wines Cost includes a tasting of 5-7 wines per class, bread, cheese, salumi, olives and other snacks. Gift Cert[...]

Vino Vixens Networking Group - Health & Wellness Theme!

Jan 20, 2009 (Tue): The event is open to Men & Women for Networking! Vino Vixens is usually a networking group for women only, to showcase their business and cross network with other successful women in business with an exchange of ideas and to just generally network in a friendly environment with [...]

Wine & Whiners @ VinoRosso

Jan 21, 2009 (Wed): WINE & WHINERS - family friendly happy hour at VINOROSSO every WEDNESDAY, 4pm-7pm ALL AGES WELCOME!!! We put toys on the tables instead of candles...[...]

Wines of the Loire at William Cross

Jan 21, 2009 (Wed): Please join us at William Cross as we taste several wines from the Loire Valley in France. We will taste some Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Melon de Bourgogne and Cot(Malbec).[...]

White Wine & Cheese Pairing 101!

Jan 22, 2009 (Thu): Intro to the basics of wine & cheese pairing! Okay, so food and wine pairing is no cookie cutter science anymore. Now days we have so many other factors to consider, winemaker style, alcohol, oak, acidity! Oh My! The list goes on and on! Anyways, one of the things I try to tea[...]

Cellar360 San Francisco: Flavors of Morocco Cooking Demo

Jan 24, 2009 (Sat): This food demo will be all about spiceswhat better way to warm up on a chilly January afternoon. Kasey will walk attendees through a traditional tangine dish, and demonstrate many of the store merchandise in the class. Class will, of course, include a paired wine tasting. $25.[...]

Join the San Francisco Wine Society for its Bimonthly Tasting

Jan 25, 2009 (Sun): The Bay Area Wine Society, a group of wine consumers, hosts the San Francisco Wine Association, a group of wine producers. Every other month the Society presents a private showcase of current releases crafted by artisan winemakers . This month we are featuring an array of l[...]

Food and Wine Pairing Basics

Jan 25, 2009 (Sun): Have you ever planned the perfect meal and then been stumped as to what wine will complement it? Or, have you found a great bottle of wine and then had it overpowered by the food you were eating? This introduction into the challenging and rewarding field of food and wine pairing [...]

Do the Wines of France Make You Want to Dance?

Jan 25, 2009 (Sun): Do the Wines of France Make You Dance? If thats true, you should come to this class. Does your tongue get twisted when you try to order a glass of Pouilly Fuisse? Or think that a Champagne Brut is a bullys beverage? French wines often intimidate people because they think they[...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VinoRosso

Jan 26, 2009 (Mon): A 5-week Monday class starting 1/12/09 $50 /class or $200 for all 5 classes A tour of Italian wines starting in Piemonte, moving to Veneto, Toscana, Central Italy and ending in the South & Islands Cost includes a tasting of 5-7 wines per class, bread, cheese, salumi, olives and [...]

Cellar360 San Francisco: Wine: Australia Day!

Jan 26, 2009 (Mon): Good Onya! Come and celebrate the greatest land Down Under on Monday the 26th. Raise a stubbie of VB, or give an Aussie wine a burl at the tasting bar. Were offering a special complimentary Aussie Wine Tasting Class in celebration of Australia Day on the 26th. The class is fr[...]

Savvy Cellar Wine Class: From Vineyard to Glass!

Jan 26, 2009 (Mon): Savvy Cellar Wine Class: From Vineyard to Glass Taught by a local winemaker, Aimee Baker, this course is designed to give you an overview of winemaking, starting with the grapes in the vineyard through the winemakers finishing touches. Vineyard techniques, growing season, and ter[...]

All Aussie Wine Tasting at MO Bar to celebrate Austrailia Day

Jan 26, 2009 (Mon): G'day Mate! Join Aussie Wine Director Nicole Kosta for our Australia Day Celebration! $28 per person* All Aussie Wine Tasting!! Experience Aussie Food!! 6 pm to 8 pm Monday, January 26th in MO Bar with Live Piano Music For more information or reservations contact Wine Director N[...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VinoRosso

Jan 27, 2009 (Tue): A 3-week Tuesday class starting 1/13/09 $50 /class or $120 for all 3 classes This class will explore Italian sparkling wines, the wines of Veneto and Italian Dessert Wines Cost includes a tasting of 5-7 wines per class, bread, cheese, salumi, olives and other snacks. Gift Cert[...]

Flights: A Showcase of California Zinfandels

Jan 28, 2009 (Wed): Flights: A Showcase of California Zinfandels, is one of four events making up The 18th Annual Zinfandel Advocates & Producers Festival in San Francisco January 28-31, 2009. For more detail and ticket purchase, www.zinfandel.org.[...]

Pinot Noir flight with Rick Moshin from Moshin Vineyards at the Wine Room in Palo Alto

Jan 28, 2009 (Wed): If you are a Pinot Noir lover then this is the meetup event for you. Im excited to have Rick Moshin from Moshin vineyards at The Wine Room in Palo Alto on Wednesday, January 28, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Moshin Vineyards and Winery began in 1989 as the dream of Rick Moshin, a San [...]

Good Eats & Zinfandel Pairing

Jan 29, 2009 (Thu): Good Eats & Zinfandel is one of four events making up The 18th Annual Zinfandel Advocates & Producers Festival in San Francisco January 28-31, 2009. For more detail and ticket purchase, www.zinfandel.org.[...]

Evening With The Zinfandel Winemakers

Jan 30, 2009 (Fri): Evening With The Zinfandel Winemakers is one of four events making up The 18th Annual Zinfandel Advocates & Producers Festival in San Francisco January 28-31, 2009. The evening includes an elaborate tasting of Zinfandels and gala auction to benefit The Heritage Vineyard Projects.[...]

18th Annual Zinfandel Advocates & Producers Tasting

Jan 31, 2009 (Sat): The 18th Annual Zinfandel Advocates & Producers Tasting is the final of four events making up The 18th Annual ZAP Festival in San Francisco January 28-31. The Tasting features current releases from more than 200 Zinfandel wineries, with the opportunity to taste and discuss the w[...]

Cellar360 San Francisco: Wine and Chocolate Pairing

Jan 31, 2009 (Sat): Rich and sinfully delicious, chocolate starts out pretty wonderful. But add deep red or sweet wines-and you get the sexiest pairing imaginable. We will match decadent wines with luxurious chocolate nibbles prepared by Cellar360 Culinary Specialist Kasey Passen for a match made in[...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VinoRosso

Feb 02, 2009 (Mon): A 5-week Monday class starting 1/12/09 $50 /class or $200 for all 5 classes A tour of Italian wines starting in Piemonte, moving to Veneto, Toscana, Central Italy and ending in the South & Islands Cost includes a tasting of 5-7 wines per class, bread, cheese, salumi, olives and [...]

The Wine Scene at Campton Place: El Molino Rutherford Wine Dinner

Feb 03, 2009 (Tue): Please join us on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 for a very special evening with Lily and Jon Berlin Winemakers and Owners of El Molino Winery Rutherford Napa Valley. 7 PM Evening starts in The Campton Suite when Lily and Jon talk about the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the Rutherfor[...]

Wines from Down Under

Feb 05, 2009 (Thu): Join us for our premiere wine tasting event. Enjoy a wonderful evening of wines provided by New World Wine Imports, owned by Leonie Bowers. Wines will be featured from New Zealand and Australia. Meet some wonderful friends, and/or potential business prospects. Networking while en[...]

A Night of Wine and Dating Romance at Sports Basement

Feb 05, 2009 (Thu): With Valentines right around the corner youll welcome some tips on sexy and delicious wines to warm you through the winter and ideas on how make your romantic evenings more seductive. Join Liza the Wine Chick, wine educator, and Annie Gleason, dating coach of Get a Love Life, bot[...]

The Physiology of Taste: Component Tasting & Sensory Evaluation Class

Feb 07, 2009 (Sat): Discover the Physiology of Taste... Understand your senses, learn how to identify by sight, smell, and taste the components of wine. Learn to identify the flavors, aromas, and textures of wine, and accurately be able to describe them. This class allows you to experience each of t[...]

Wine and Wishes 2009 benefiting the Greater Bay Area Make-A-Wish Foundation

Feb 07, 2009 (Sat): An exceptional epicurean experience highlighting the extraordinary chefs and winemakers of the Bay Area. The Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting features samplings from over 60 restaurants and wineries, while the more intimate Winemaker Dinner offers four exceptional courses, each pre[...]

Wine, Chocolates, and Fondue hosted by Eden Canyon Vineyards and Periscope Cellars

Feb 08, 2009 (Sun): February brings us a season of indulgence - given and received. To celebrate, Eden Canyon Vineyards brings you wine, chocolates, and fondue! Fondue?...Ooh, yes! Paired with wines? Absolutely! Join fellow "indulgers", singles and couples alike, for some pleasurable extravagance a[...]

Local Winemakers Pour Support for San Francisco Libraries at the WORDUP! Wine Tasting Event

Feb 08, 2009 (Sun): Proceeds benefit the Richmond District Library Campaign WHAT: WORDUP! (Winemakers of the Richmond District and Upper Panhandle) host a wine tasting event to benefit Friends of the San Francisco Public Librarys Richmond District Library Campaign. Over fifteen wineries and talen[...]

Italian Wine Tasting Classes @ VinoRosso

Feb 09, 2009 (Mon): A 5-week Monday class starting 1/12/09 $50 /class or $200 for all 5 classes A tour of Italian wines starting in Piemonte, moving to Veneto, Toscana, Central Italy and ending in the South & Islands Cost includes a tasting of 5-7 wines per class, bread, cheese, salumi, olives and [...]

Savvy Cellar Class: Wine Tasting for the Wine Challenged!

Feb 09, 2009 (Mon): Savvy Cellar Class: Wine Tasting for the Wine Challenged Wine tasting is easy and you dont have to be a scientist to figure out how to taste and what you like! You will learn the basic approach to evaluating wines, from appearance, body, composition, aroma and taste. Whether you [...]

Savvy Cellar Class: Wine Tasting for the Wine Challenged

Feb 10, 2009 (Tue): Savvy Cellar Class: Wine Tasting for the Wine Challenged Wine tasting is easy and you dont have to be a scientist to figure out how to taste and what you like! You will learn the basic approach to evaluating wines, from appearance, body, composition, aroma and taste. Whether you [...]

Corison Napa Valley Cabernet Tasting and Dinner

Feb 10, 2009 (Tue): Dear Wine Aficionado, Please join us on Tuesday, February 10, 2009 for a very special evening with Cathy Corison from Corison Vineyards in Napa Valley. 7 PM The Campton Place Suite Cathy will talk about Cabernet Sauvignon and Napa [...]

WSET Intermediate Certification Course at Crushpad

Feb 13, 2009 (Fri): CRUSHPAD is providing an exclusive opportunity to take the Wine & Spirit Educational Trust (WSET) Intermediate Certificate over a single weekend at the winery. The WSET is the world's leading provider of wine and spirits education to both the industry and serious wine lovers. Th[...]

Cooking Class for Valentines with Parties That Cook

Feb 13, 2009 (Fri): Just in time for Valentine's Day: Get lucky on this Friday the 13th in February by joining us in Dacor's dreamy kitchen, making a meal that's sure to be both romantic and memorable. You and your partner will heat up the kitchen as you learn cooking techniques, all while preparing[...]

An Insider's Peek at Great Value with Liza the Wine Chick

Feb 13, 2009 (Fri): Seeking the perfect bottle to impress your host without breaking the bank? In just two hours you'll have the chance to taste and experience some of Zimmerman's great discoveries of the past 20 years - from sparkling to white and red - all of which are available locally. You will [...]

Don Landis Presents An Olive Odyssey

Feb 14, 2009 (Sat): Experience the world of the Olive in old world style with host Don Landis! Jacuzzi Family Vineyards presents a unique gathering of home Olive curers offering samples of their homemade delicacies in the stunning Tuscan courtyard. Olive oil experts from The Olive Press will sampl[...]

ISG Wine Fundamentals Certificate Level 1 & Level 2

Feb 16, 2009 (Mon): Wine & Spirit education certificates leading to entrance into the Sommelier Diploma Program. Fees include textbooks, materials, wines and examinations. Classes meet weekly for 12 weeks in total.[...]