at The Wine Bar, 38 Wharf St. Portland, ME • 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sparkling wines and celebrations go hand in hand. There are so many varieties to choose from that it can often be overwhelming to comprehend and select that one that is right for your palate and budget. Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, for a guided tasting and discussion with an incredible line-up of sparkling wines and start the New Year's celebration off right! You’ll delve into each wine and style to see, smell, sip, and discuss regional influences on style, body, flavor, aroma, price, food pairing and much more. Whether you are looking for the prefect bubbly for your party, want to understand label terms for selecting the right sparkling with for your palate preferences, or just want to taste and learn more about sparkling wines styles and fine champagnes in particular, join us for a fun, informative and delicious evening. This evening's wines include: * Stellina Notte, Prosecco, Italy N/V * Poema, Cava, Extra Dry, Spain N/V * Chaumont, Cremant Bourgogne Rosè Brut, N/V * Mumm Napa, Brut Prestige, N/V * Mumm Champagne Cordon Rouge, N/V * Tattinger Brut Millesime, 2002 Vintage * Dom Perignon, Champagne Blanc, 2002 Vintage * Veuve Clicquot,Champagne, Demi-Sec, N/V A gourmet cheese plate is also included in the evening.