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Vintner Agustin Huneeus has been discovering great vineyards of the world spanning five decades and 15 countries. Agustin and his wife Valeria founded the Quintessa estate in the renowned Rutherford District of Napa Valley in 1990.  In 2005, after years of running global wine companies Agustin established a family portfolio of wines that represent the finest vineyard estates, appellations and wines in Napa, Sonoma and Willamette. Today, the critically-acclaimed wines and estates include Quintessa, Flowers, Faust, Benton-Lane, Leviathan, and Illumination.…

Have you ever wanted to expand your wine knowledge and palate? If so, this is the course for you! Back by popular demand, our annual wine immersion course is upon us. All classes include a 2 ½  hour presentation with accompanying wines. Every Monday from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Week 1:  Wine 101 – July 1st Week 2:  Bubbles from Around the World – July 8th Week 3:  The Wines of North America - July 15th Week 4:  Appellation Laws and White Wines…

Super Tuscan Wines Arte Vino is a wine importing and distributing company with a portfolio including some small artisan Italian family owned wines, including Super Tuscan wines. Super Tuscan is a term coined by Robert Parker. It’s not an official category of wine. In the long history of Italian wine, Super Tuscans are relatively new to the wine world. The wines belong to a category called IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipic = typical regional wine). IGTs came about in the late…

Chile is known for producing wines of exceptional value, but that’s not to say Chilean wines don’t also include outstanding bottles to boast about. As a new world wine region, with 2,700 miles of coastline along the Pacific Ocean, Chile produces wines that are comparable to the style of French wine! Don't miss this opportunity to learn and taste some of these exciting wines. 5 Wines $40

Franciacorta is famous for its high-quality sparkling wines, which are made very much in the image of Champagne.  This sparkling wine is produced in the Province of Brescia (Lombardy) with DOCG status and produced from grapes grown within the boundaries of the territory of Franciacorta, on the hills located between the southern shore of Lake Iseo and the city of Brescia. It was awarded DOC status in 1967, the designation then also including red and white still wines. Since 1995…

  Did you know that Portugal does not just produce Fortified wines?  Some of the best still whites and reds are made in the Douro and Dao Valley.  Join Virginia as she shares with you her findings from her recent trip to this area. 3 whites and 3 reds with small bites $40

Truchard Vineyards is a family owned winery located in the Carneros District in southern Napa Valley. The vineyards and winery were founded by Tony and Jo Ann Truchard in 1974. They sold grapes exclusively until 1989 when they began making their own wine. They prefer to think of themselves as a “big vineyard with a small winery” – the reasoning behind this is they carefully hand craft small production lots of each of the wines they make – yet sell…

  This class will change your perception of the traditionally sweet Riesling. Besides Riesling, Alsace produces Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and Crémant d'Alsace: a sparkling wine. Situated on the west side of the Rhine, over the last 70 years Alsace has been slowly rebuilding its presence on the wine stage by a relentless focus on quality.  Join us and taste some of the best, and best value, white wines you’ve never drunk. 5 Wines $40

Bourbon Truths: An interactive workshop about sourcing and blending Bourbon Whiskey with Stephan Gertman, Master Distiller of Breaker Bourbon from the Ascendant Distillery in Santa Barbara, California. Guests will get a hands on experience blending their own unique Bourbon from 12 single barrel Bourbon Whiskies guided by the expertise and experience of award winning Bourbon creator. Signed bottles available for purchase. Don't miss this unique opportunity to create your Bourbon! $50

Join us for an authentic four-course Spanish feast, paired perfectly with the rich and rustic wines of Spain 6:45pm reception | 7pm seated dinner Four-course prix fixe menu, with paired wines $110 per person, excluding tax & gratuity To reserve, please call (561) 655-6060 To view menu, visit cafeboulud.com/palmbeach/menus

Becky Wasserman & Co. was founded in 1979 by Becky Wasserman-Hone, an American expatriate who has lived in Burgundy since 1968. The company exports wines from small domaines and shippers in Burgundy and other regions who honor their terroirs.  Wasserman's focus is to offer affordable, quality wines to fit every pocket and taste. Join Peter, Becky's son as he host's a unique tasting of some of Burgundy's lesser known wines. 5 wines $40  

Don't be overwhelmed with hurricane Dorian preparedness, instead join us at the store for a complimentary wine tasting of ten (10) of our favorite wines. *Friday, August 30th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm *Please let us know if you are coming, send us an email to info@vpwsa.com or give us a call 561-557-4202. We hope to see you here!