2012 Winter Calendar of Events: January – March

Livermore Valley, CA – This lineup of enticing upcoming events from Wente Family Estates offers many ways to celebrate the end of the winter season. Art showings, special tastings and family activities create opportunities to delight the tastes of every wine enthusiast.

Activities at Wente Family Estates from January through March, 2012 include:

January

Winter Barrel Tasting Weekend
January 21st & 22nd, 11am-4:30pm
Wente Vineyards   Estate Winery Tasting Room 
Wente Vineyards Vineyard Tasting Room
TAMÁS Estates Tasting Room
Murrieta’s Well Tasting Room
This winter, warm up with some of your favorite wines at our Winter Barrel Tasting Weekend. Sample wines directly from the barrel along with current vintages.  Wine Club Members receive complimentary barrel tasting and reciprocal club benefits at Wente Family Estates tasting room properties.
Tastings are complimentary for Wine Club Members; $5 for all other guests

Artist Reception: Printmaking by Edmee Keele
January 2nd-26th
Estate Winery Tasting Room
Local artist Edmee Keele will be displaying her monoprints at the Estate Tasting Room. Come meet the artist and sip on some fabulous Wente Vineyards wines. Exhibit on display through Thursday, January 26.

February

Brittle Demonstration Class
February 4th, 10:30am-11:30am
The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards
Join us for a demonstration class taught by Pastry Chef Melissa Duesler at The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards. The class will be held in the Rotunda dining room. Space is limited. Entertainment Club Members get first priority until three weeks from class date. Call 925-456-2450 for reservations and pricing information.

Romance Wine & Chocolate
February 12th, 1pm and 4pm
Vineyard Tasting Room
Celebrate the month of romance and love with that special someone. Sit down and enjoy five decadent chocolate dessert and wine pairings carefully prepared and selected by Wente Vineyards at our annual Romance Wine & Chocolate Event. Learn how chocolate and wine can combine to create a romantic and sensual experience and listen to fun facts and trivia about the Valentine's Day holiday, love and romance! This event continues to sell out so make your reservation early for this delicious and laughter filled event! Reservations required. To purchase tickets, call 925-456-2405.
Wine Club and Nth Degree Club Members $30; $35 for all other guests

Artist Reception: Oil Paintings by Alfredo Mordss
February 5th-29th
Estate Winery Tasting Room
Local artist Alfredo Mordss will be displaying his unique oil paintings at the Estate Tasting Room. Come meet the artist and enjoy the incredible wines by Wente Vineyards.

February Port & Chocolate Weekend Tastings
Every Saturday & Sunday in February, 11am-4:30pn
TAMÁS Estates Tasting Room
Come enjoy a new and special treat by TAMÁS Estates: a Port and chocolate pairing! TAMÁS Estates is now offering the tastings every Saturday and Sunday.

March

Curing 101 Demonstration Cooking Class
March 3rd, 10:30-11:30am
The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards
Join us for a demonstration class taught by The Restaurant Executive Chef Matt Greco. The class will be held in The Restaurant Rotunda dining room. Space is limited. Entertainment Club Members get first priority until three weeks from class date. Call 925-456-2450 for reservations and pricing information.

Artist Reception: Mixed Media by Sally Haig
March 4th
Estate Winery Tasting Room
Local artist Sally Haig will be displaying her mixed media art at the Estate Tasting Room. Come meet the artist and sip on some fabulous Wente Vineyards wines.

TAMÁS Estates Wine Club Release Party
March 10th, 12-2pm, 3-5pm and 6-8pm
TAMÁS Estates Tasting Room
Join the TAMÁS Estates Wine Club! New varietals by TAMÁS Estates will be available only to wine club members. Tastings of the new wines will be available throughout the day.

Livermore Valley Winegrower's Barrel Tasting Weekend
March 31st and April 1st
Estate Winery Tasting Room
Taste wines right out of the barrel and discover what makes the Livermore Valley so unique. Each winery will host a unique experience during barrel tasting weekend including at least one barrel sample for every ticket holder. Ticket includes: a take home glass with the Livermore Valley Wine Country logo, two days of barrel tasting at participating wineries on Saturday & Sunday, special activities and wine discounts, and a Barrel Tasting Weekend map which includes all wineries that are participating. $30 in advance, $35 day of event. Call 925-447-9463 or click here to purchase tickets.

About Wente Family Estates
Wente Family Estates is comprised of Wente Vineyards, TAMÁS Estates, Murrieta’s Well, entwine and Hayes Ranch wineries; owned and operated by the fourth and fifth generations of the Wente family. Wente Family Estates’ wines are sold in all 50 states and in over 70 countries worldwide. In 2010, the company received certification for its sustainability efforts with the Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing designation. In 2011, Wente Family Estates was awarded American Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast. All of the wines within the Wente Family Estates portfolio are handcrafted by Fifth Generation Winemaker Karl D. Wente.

Located just east of San Francisco in the historic Livermore Valley, Wente Vineyards is recognized as one of California’s premier wine country destinations. The property features wine tasting, world-class concerts, award-winning fine dining and championship golf. For more information, visit www.wentevineyards.com.

For any interviews or media assistance, please contact Kristin Namimoto at press@charlescomm.com or 415-701-9463.

Helpful addresses:
Estate Winery Tasting Room | 5565 Tesla Road | Livermore, CA | 925.456.2305

Vineyard Tasting Room | 5050 Arroyo Road | Livermore, CA | 925.456.2405

Event Center at Wente Vineyards | 5050 Arroyo Road | Livermore, CA | 925.456.2405

The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards | 5050 Arroyo Road | Livermore, CA | 925-456-2450

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