All events will be on site at Everything Wine at 998 Marine Drive in North Vancouver unless otherwise indicated. No need to RSVP for Tasting Bar Free Events. Please call the store at 604-929-7277 to register for paid tastings.
Sept 7, 14, 21 & 28th (4 Tuesdays 6:30-9 pm) $199
Back To School With Everything Wine!
You asked and we delivered! Everything Wine and Vindustry Wine Academy are offering a four part introductory wine course! Topics include major grape varieties and winemaking regions, grape growing and the winemaking process and of course lots of great practical wine tasting experience! Justin McAuliffe, sommelier at C Restaurant in Vancouver is your instructor and will introduce you to the amazing world of wine. Sessions run each Tuesday in September from
6:30-9 pm with half an hour at the end of each class set aside for guided wine shopping.
Visit the store or call 604-929-7277 to sign up!
September 29 @7 pm $50
Chateauneuf-du-Pape Spectacular
The wines of Chateauneuf-du-Pape are a wine lover's dream. Located in the southern Rhone these mostly red wines can be made from up to 13 grape varieties including Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre. Join Vintages Room consultant, Chris Sharpe for a guided exploration of the Rhone's most famous wines. Sign up early as seats are limited.
October 27 @7 pm $59
Fall Food & Wine Sensations
Join our in-house sommelier and chef, Matt Dawson for this exciting evening of food and wine. Matt will guide you through a tasting menu of autumn's culinary delights all paired with an accompanying flight of wines. This event is a great opportunity to enjoy the flavours of Fall while getting plenty of tips and advice on food and wine preparation and pairing.
November 17 @ 7 pm $50
Port Extravanganza #1
Port is the great fortified wine of the Douro Valley in Portugal and is well loved all over the world, especially during the holiday season. Whether your favourite is LBV, Tawny or Vintage or you're brand new to the world of Port this tasting has something for everyone! Join Vintages Room consultant, Chris Sharpe, who recently spent his summer vacation touring some of the great Port houses for this exceptional tasting. This event always sells out so book early.
November 24 @ 7 pm $50
Champagne Dreams
Often the symbol of special occasions, nothing says celebrate like a glass of Champagne. Rarely though do we get to sample more than one Champagne at a single occasion. Well, here's your chance. Vintages Room consultant, Chris Sharpe has put together a fabulous selection of Champagnes from some of the greatest houses in France. If you love Champagne as much as we do then this tasting event is a must!
December 1 @ 7 pm $50
Port Extravaganza #2
Port is the great fortified wine of the Douro Valley in Portugal and is well loved all over the world, especially during the holiday season. Whether your favourite is LBV, Tawny or Vintage or you're brand new to the world of Port this tasting has something for eveyone! Join Vintages Room consultant, Chris Sharpe, who recently spent his summer vacation touring some of the great Port houses for this exceptional tasting. This event always sells out so book early.
September 3
Tony and Kasey's Best of Food and Wine 6-7pm LIVE!
Join wine and food gurus Anthony Gismondi and Kasey Wilson at the North Vancouver Tasting Bar as they broadcast their AM 650 show live from the store. Executive Chef Quang Dang of Diva at the Met and Michael Dinn of Joie Farm Winery are the special guests. Enjoy wine and food samplings and a fantastic door prize while you listen to the show and don't miss Tony's tips on the perfect wines for the Labour Day long weekend.
September 3rd - 6th
Labour Day Sale Tasting 2-6 pm
You work hard all year so this is the weekend to relax and celebrate. Join us at the Tasting Bar for a selection of sale wines that are sure to end the summer right and kick off autumn in style.
September 4
Salute to Summer! 2-6 pm FOOD! TASTINGS!
Join us at the Tasting Bar for our final salute to summer. We're pouring a selection of sale wines and serving up some tasty appies so don't miss out. Now is a great time to try before you buy and stock up your cellar after all the summer fun!
September 8
Babich Winemaker Tasting 4-7 pm
Founded in 1916, Babich is one of New Zealand's largest family owned wineries. Their reputation for making excellent wine extends well beyond the shores of New Zealand. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to meet winemaker, David Babich at the Tasting Bar. He'll be chatting, pouring and signing bottles!
September10
Australia and New Zealand Sampler 4-7pm
If you love Aussie and Kiwi wines don't miss this opportunity to try some excellent examples of what theses two countries have to offer. We'll have selections from the Wynns Coonawarra line out of Australia and Matua Valley from New Zealand available for tasting. Cheers!
September 11
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tasting 2-6 pm
We're featuring the wines of Chateau de Charmes at this tasting. Founded in 1978, Chateau de Charmes was the first vineyard in Canada to plant 100% Vinifera vines. Today, the vineyard sites total over 270 acres and the winery continues to produce award winning 100% VQA wines. Join us for a taste!
September 18
Sipping Along the Ribera Del Duero 2-5 pm
The Ribera Del Duero is home to some of Spain's most prestigious red wines. Vineyards are found along both sides of the Duero river with production dedicated mostly to red wine, in particular the Tempranillo grape. High altitude, limestone soils, warms summer days and cool summer nights are just a few of the reasons for the impressive wines found here. Don't miss this opportunity to taste some gems from this fascinating Spanish wine region.
September 23
Langmeil Tasting 3-5 pm
World renowned wine critic, James Halliday has rated Langmeil Winery five stars for the past five years placing it amongst the top echelon of Australian wineries. This special tasting features James Lindner of Langmeil who will be at the Tasting Bar chatting and pouring these Aussie favourites.
September 24-26
Chain Wide Grand Opening! 2-6 pm
Wow! Our Morgan Crossing store in South Surrey is now open so we're celebrating all weekend in Victoria, North Vancouver and South Surrey. Join us for great wine deals, tastings, food, prizes and more!
October 7
Mapema from Argentina 4-7 pm
If you have an affinity for people who make unforgettable wines and boast impressive credentials that stand up to any big name in winemaking you'll want to taste the Mapema wines. This new winery was started by winemaking giant, Jose Galante who recently left his post of 34 years as chief winemaker at Catena. The Mapema first vintage has already received impressive scores from Wine Spectator so don't miss this great opportunity to try what's hot and new out of Argentina.
November 26
Pertaringa Tasting 4-7 pm
Not only are Pertaringa's wines reviewed amongst the top in the world; co-owner Geoff Hardy is a wine production pioneer and recipient of Australia's "Viticulturalist of the Year" award. Join us at the Tasting Bar for a sample of these outstanding biodynamic wines from McLaren Vale, Australia.
Note: We reserve the right to cancel or postpone classes (in which case customers will be notified and fully reimbursed). A refund or transfer is available up to 7 days before events begin. No refunds or credits for missed events. Participants must be at least 19 years of age.