Asheville Wine Event Calendar - Dec. 1 - 31 (Updated 12/6)

Thursday, December 6

7 p.m.
The Wine World’s Best Buys between $15 and $30
A presentation of eight wine values from around the world, including: Champagne Collon Brut NV, France – 2011 L’Olivetto Sauvignon Blanc “Lavau Vyd.”, California – 2011 Catena Chardonnay, Argentina – 2010 Domaine Leflaive “Les Setilles” Bourgogne Blanc, France  – 2009 Baileyana Pinot Noir “Grand Firepeak Vyd.”, California – 2009 Anton Bauer Wagram Cuvée 15, Austria  -  2006 Melini Chianti Classico Riserva “La Selvanella”, Italy – 2008 Château Beynat Saint Emilion Grand Cru, France. Bread, cheese, and wine. $20/person. Reservations required.
Asheville Wine Market
65 Biltmore Avenue
828-253-0060

Friday, December 7

4 to 7 p.m.
Wine Tasting to benefit Mission's Breast Cancer Program. 
Five wines: Mars & Venus Sauvignon Blanc;  Man Vintners Chenin Blanc; Honoro Vera Monastrell; Honoro Vera Garnacha; and Gouguenheim Cabernet Sauvignon. Stop by anytime between those hours to try the five wines and learn more about the good work that the foundation does. $10/person.
Table Wine
1550 Hendersonville Road
828-505-8588

Wednesday, December 12

7-9 pm
Mollydooker Wine Tasting
Sarah and Sparky Marquis make wines that are unapologetic blockbusters: High in alcohol, super-rich in fruit, and generally over-the-top. In years gone by they've received amazing critcal acclaim; Robert Parker gave the 2006 "Velvet Glove" Shiraz 99 points. If you like 'em big and powerful, you really need to try one of these out, and here's your opportunity. $10/person, reservations required.

Table Wine
1550 Hendersonville Road
828-505-8588

Thursday, December 13

6-8 p.m.
Reception-Style Holiday Open House Wine Tasting
A selection of wines for holiday gift-giving. In years gone by, this has been very popular, with good reason. Get there early. Free.
Asheville Wine Market
65 Biltmore Avenue
828-253-0060



Friday, December 14

4-7 p.m.
Friday Winedown
Last of the season, featuring wines from the Haw River Wine Man. Mike Tiano will be on hand to pour. $5/person.
Table Wine
1550 Hendersonville Road
828-505-8588


6-9:30 pm
Wine Dinner and Winery Tour at Biltmore
A tour of the winery facilities at the Biltmore Estate with winemakers Bernard Delille and Sharon Fenchak.  To be followed by dinner at Cedric’s Tavern Loft; a six course small plate dinner with wine pairings. $65/person all inclusive.
The Weinhaus
86 Patton Avenue
828-254-6453

Saturday, December 22

12-5 pm
Holiday Mega-Tasting
A tasting of wines for last-minute gift-giving. Free. The Wine Mule will be on hand to tell stories, explain biodynamics, and perhaps offer the odd bit of practical advice.
Table Wine
1550 Hendersonville Road
828-505-8588



Thurs December 27

5:30 – 7:30 pm
Friday Night Flights presents Bubbles for a New Year.
A tasting of several different types of sparkling wines, in anticipation of New Year's Eve. The wines will be accompanied by light hors d’ouvres.  $10/person
The Weinhaus
86 Patton Avenue
828-254-6453

Monday, December 31

12-5 p.m.
Bubbles, Bubbles Everywhere!
A last-minute tasting of sparkling wines from around the world. The Wine Mule will be on hand to tell stories, explain what Récoltant-Manipulant means, and perhaps offer the odd bit of practical advice.
Table Wine
1550 Hendersonville Road
828-505-8588


Regularly Scheduled Saturday Tastings:

1-4 pm
Asheville Wine Market (click here for details)
65 Biltmore Avenue
828-253-0060

2-5 pm
Table Wine
1550 Hendersonville Road
828-505-8588

2-5pm
The Wine Guy
555 Merrimon Avenue
828-254-6500

3-6 pm
Hops & Vines
797 Haywood Rd. Ste 100
West Asheville
828.252.5275

3-7 pm
Appalachian Vintners
745 Biltmore Ave. Suite 121
828-505-7500