Wine Class: Wine & Food Pairing Made Simple

March 16, 6PM-8PM, Hops and Vines, 797 Haywood Rd. Ste 100,  West Asheville North Carolina. This class takes a cause and effect look at how food interacts with and changes the flavor of wine.You will sample elements which represent the five basic food tastes: sweet, sour, salt, bitter and umami followed by a taste of wine. After learning some basic food and wine pairing principles, you will be able to predict how the wine will change when tasting it with food. It's an exciting and enlightening class that you won't believe until you try it for yourself!  Classes are $25 per person, and include samples of six wine varietals. To register all Kimberlee at 828-252-5275. http://www.hopsandvines.net

Wine Dinner with Wine from Rodney Strong Vineyards

March 11, 06:30 PM-09:30 PM, Pomodoros Greek & Italian Café (South), 75 Long Shoals Rd, Asheville North Carolina. Pomodoros invites you to enjoy Rodney Strong's finest wines artfully paired with a five-course dinner created by our chefs. Jennifer Sage of Rodney Strong Vineyards will present the Vineyards' world class wines whichcapture the essence of Sonoma County. $65+ per person.  828-687-3884   http://www.pomodoroscafe.com/wine.php

Lo Duca Wine Dinner

March 10, 6:30PM-9:30PM, Fiore's Ristorante Toscana, Asheville North Carolina. Fiore's Ristorante in cooperation with Hops and Vines present Lo Duca Winer Dinner. Savor the creations of Chef Anthony Cerrato in a five course meal paired with five spectacular Italian wines.Tickets are $45 each, tax and gratuity not included. Reserve your space at Hops & Vines or at Fiore's Ristorante.http://www.fioresasheville.com/   http://www.hopsandvines.net

Wine Lovers' Sale

Feb 12-14, Hops and Vines, 797 Haywood Rd. Ste 100,  West Asheville North Carolina. Hops & Vines Valentine’s weekend  wine lover’s sale! Get 10% off any purchase of two or more bottles of wine or choose from a large selection of wines and sakes on sale for 20-40% off! There are bargains on top shelf wines too, so this is a great opportunity to get that special bottle this weekend! And don’t miss the special Wine and Chocolate tasting on Saturday from 3-6pm!  http://www.hopsandvines.net

2010 Wine Classes begin

February  2, 6PM- 8PM, Hops and Vines, 797 Haywood Road, Asheville North Carolina. The first wine class of the new year, and the beginning of a series with Kimberlee, the "wine gal".  Kimberlee has spent close to two decades in the wine industry and is a certified sommelier. In this class, you'll learn the basics of wine tasting, From ordering wine off a menu to discovering your own personal taste, this class is perfect for wine beginners and wine lovers who want to hone their skills. Classes are $25 per person, and will include samples of six wines. Sign up soon; seating is limited.  http://www.hopsandvines.net 

Weinhaus Events

January 27th, Weinhaus, 86 Patton, Avenue Asheville North Carolina - Cucina 24 will host a wine dinner with the theme of A Night in Northern Italy complete with wines from the Alto Adige area in Northern Italy. The time is 7:00 PM. The cost is $70.00 all inclusive. Call the 828-254-6453 for reservations.

January 29th - Friday night flights at the Weinhaus will feature a Pinot Noirs from France and Oregon. The price is $10 for a tasting and light hors d’ouvres. Time is 5:00-7:00 PM. http://www.weinhaus.com/