Cheese & Wine Pairing Class with Whitney
Friday, April 3rd: 7-8:30pm
Saturday, April 4th: 6-7:30pm
Saturday, April 11th: 6-7:30pm
Saturday, April 18th: 6-7:30pm
Wednesday, April 22nd: 7-8:30pm
$50/person
6 wines served with 6 curated cheeses
Limited seating, RSVP here!
Wine and cheese might be the most iconic pairing in the culinary world and for good reason. Whitney will guide you through six wines paired with six unique cheeses to show how salt, fat, acidity, and texture interact on the palate. Some pairings will feel like old friends, others may surprise you and challenge what you thought you knew about “the rules.” Expect plenty of aha moments along the way as we explore why certain wines sing alongside creamy, funky, nutty, and aged cheeses. Whether you’re a devoted cheese board enthusiast or just curious how to build better pairings at home, this class will leave you with a whole new appreciation for the magic that happens when wine and cheese meet!
Meet the Maker: Sigrid Carroll of Weingut Richard Böcking~ Mosel, Germany
Thursday, April 2nd: 6:30-8:30pm
$55/person
6 wines served
Limited seating, RSVP here!
We are thrilled to welcome a very special guest to the shop. Sigrid “Sisi” Bocking, a 15th generation winemaker from the historic Bocking estate in Germany’s Mosel Valley, will be pouring six of her wines and sharing the story behind them. The Mosel is famous for its impossibly steep slate vineyards and some of the most elegant white wines in the world. During this two hour tasting, you’ll explore a lineup of vibrant dry whites, sparkling wines, and finish with a stunning sweet Grand Cru Riesling that shows why this region is legendary. Along the way Sisi will share insights into family tradition, vineyard life on the Mosel’s dramatic slopes, and what it means to carry on a winemaking legacy that spans centuries.
Meet the Master Sommelier: Janes Lopes Open House Tasting
Wednesday, April 8th: 5:30-7:30pm
$25/person ($20 for monthly wine subscribers!)
8 wines served
No reservations needed, just pop in!
Master Sommeliers and wife & husband duo, Jane Lopes and Jonathan Ross, visited us in 2022 for an epic event featuring wines from their Australian Import Company, Legend Imports. Jane Lopes is coming back in April for one night only and YOU get to meet her!
Passionate about the hidden gems of Australia, Jane Lopes will rock your world and totally change your perception of what Australia is all about. Forget about jammy "critter wine" and be ready to taste stunning terroir-driven selections and artfully crafted small-production bottlings.
Take Over with Matt from Roanoke Valley: Avomposti Winery, Northern Italy
Friday, April 10th: 7:00-8:00pm
$35/person
4 wines served
Limited seating, RSVP here
Matt is one of our distribution partners from Roanoke Valley Wine Company who carries some of our all-time favorite Italian wines. This will be his first Take Over event with us at Vino Culture and we are super excited for his debut class. Starting with 1 gorgeous sparkling wine and followed by a tasting of 3 reds from Avomposti Winery, we are going to pack a lot of flavor into 1 hour!
Avomposti is a small, forward thinking producer dedicated to reviving nearly forgotten native grapes and expressing the true identity of Monferrato in Northern Italy. Their work with Slarina alone tells the story. This ancient variety nearly disappeared due to low yields, only to be brought back by passionate producers like Avomposti who are committed to preserving Piedmont’s heritage. You'll have to come to class to learn more!
Wines of the California's Central Coast with Maegan
Thursday, April 16th: 6:30-8:30pm
Saturday, April 25th: 6-8pm
Friday, May 1st: 7-9pm
$55/person
6 wines served
Limited seating, RSVP here!
The Central Coast is one of California’s most exciting wine regions, but many of its most compelling producers remain quietly under the radar. Stretching from Santa Cruz down through Paso Robles and Santa Barbara, this massive coastal region is shaped by cool ocean breezes, foggy mornings, and diverse soils that create a playground for innovative winemakers. In this two hour class, Maegan will pour six wines that highlight the diversity and personality of the Central Coast, focusing on smaller producers that deserve a spotlight. Expect a range of styles from crisp coastal whites to expressive reds that capture the sunshine and energy of California without the over the top heaviness people sometimes expect.
Wines of Chile with Mia
Sunday, April 12th: 3-5pm
Friday, April 17th: 7-9pm
Friday, May 8th: 7-9pm
Sunday, May 31st: 3-5pm
$45/person
6 wines served
Limited seating, RSVP here!
Chile is one of the most geographically fascinating wine producing countries on the planet. Wedged between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, its vineyards stretch from cool coastal valleys to sun soaked inland plains and high elevation sites. In this two hour class, Mia will guide us through six wines that showcase the incredible range of styles coming out of Chile today including sparkling, white, rosé, and red. Along the way we’ll talk about the country’s unique climate advantages, old vine heritage grapes, and the new generation of winemakers pushing the boundaries of what Chilean wine can be. If you think you know Chile already, this tasting may completely change your perspective.
Intro to the Wines of Greece with Betty
Sunday, April 19th: 3-5pm
Friday April 24th: 7-8:30pm
$45/person
6 wines served
Limited seating, RSVP here!
Greek wine is one of the most exciting categories in the wine world right now and many people have barely scratched the surface. In this lively 1.5 hour class, Betty will introduce many indigenous grape varieties that most wine drinkers have never heard of but absolutely should know. Greece’s ancient vineyards, mountainous terrain, and sun drenched islands produce wines that are vibrant, savory, and completely distinctive. Expect bright whites with electric acidity, character driven reds, and flavor profiles that feel both ancient and fresh at the same time. If you love discovering new grapes and expanding your wine vocabulary, this tasting will absolutely rock your world.
All Events hosted at 130 Granby Street, Suite 100, Norfolk, VA 23510
Contact us: (757) 904-1220 or Events@VinoCultureWineShop.com
