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DISCOVER TASTING EXPERIENCE SESSIONS
 

LCBO Avenue & Lawrence | 1838-1844 Avenue Road, North York, Ontario
M5M3Z5 | 416 785-6389

To register and purchase your tickets please go to the Discovery Tasting Centre in the store. Spaces are limited so book your place soon. Participants must be 19 years of age or older.

Please note that these tastings are 15 minutes in length.


November


Tuesday, November 3 | 7:00 pm

ADD SOME SPICE TO YOUR COFEE| $5

Add some spice to your coffee and learn some great entertaining ideas. Participate in an interesting evening as our Product Consultant serves up both traditional and the latest liqueurs for your coffee.

Wednesday, November 4 | 7:00 pm

PREMIUM BURGUNDY | $5

Mention the word Burgundy and wine connoisseurs see images of sublime, elegant and seductive wine. The best wines of Burgundy also give you a sense of where they’re from. Join us for a wonderful opportunity to try wines made by some of the very best producers and originating from a selection of the most outstanding appellations in all of France.

Tuesday, November 10 | 7:00 pm

BEST OF GENERAL LIST | $5

Let our Product Consultant lead you in an evening of exploration. Taste and discover some of the best value wines from our “General List” of products. Whether you are shopping at your local LCBO or near your ski resort, you will be able to select the best!

Tuesday, November 17 | 7:00 pm

CLASSIC REDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD | $5

Come join us as we taste a selection of noble red varietals including Cabernet, Merlot and Pinot Noir. This is your chance to explore the classics and gain a better understanding of their unique characteristics and styles.

Wednesday, November 18 | 7:00 pm

ORGANIC WINE | $5

Certified organic wine is produced in both the cellar and vineyard using techniques to create the best possible flavours with the fewest detrimental effects to the environment. They are free of pesticides, herbicides, chemical fertilizers and other synthetic chemicals. Join us for this informative class and taste a sampling of these earth-friendly gems from around the world.

Tuesday, November 24 | 7:00 pm

DISCOVER DELIGHTFUL WINTER WARMING TREATS | $5

Ease into the pleasures of a warming cocktail and chase the winter chills away. Discover easy to prepare cocktail ideas and savour the flavours of the hottest fireside drinks. Our Product Consultant will demonstrate how to create exciting and delicious cocktails that will impress your friends.

Wednesday, November 25 | 7:00 pm

COGNAC VS ARMAGNAC | $5

Cognac and Armagnac: Two premium spirits, two histories and one country. Both are magnificent brandies from France, yet offer different and unique styles. Come and share the experience and taste the differences for yourself.

December


Tuesday, December 1 | 7:00 pm

SINGLE MALTS: ISLAY | $5

The Islay district is merely 25 miles long, has only seven working distilleries but it produces some of Scotland’s most distinctive and pungent whiskies. Tonight, we taste and discover a selection of fine Islay malts and allow you to choose a favourite.

Wednesday, December 2 | 7:00 pm

AMARONE – VERONA’S MASTERPIECE | $5

Join us for an evening of decadence as we taste a selection of great Amarones. Our Product Consultant will guide you through these rich and complex reds from Veneto. This evening is a rare opportunity to discover this unique wine style and learn about its many great producers.

Tuesday, December 8 | 7:00 pm

GRAPPA | $5

Awaken your palate to the wonders of Grappa. Italy’s “water of life” was once considered just a rough and fiery drink. Come and discover how Grappa has evolved to become a sophisticated, perfumed and seductive spirit. The “proof” is in the tasting.

Wednesday, December 9 | 7:00 pm

CHAMPAGNE | $5

Champagne is more versatile than you may think. Tonight, we taste a range of Champagnes and discover how to incorporate this wonderful wine into your life style. Perfect for your winter celebrations!

Tuesday, December 15 | 7:00 pm

WINE FOR THE HOLIDAY | $5

It’s that time of year when friends and families join in celebration. Let our Product Consultant teach you everything you need to know about matching wine to your Christmas feast. From white to red to rose you’re sure to discover a wine to please your palate.

Wednesday, December 16 | 7:00 pm

HOLIDAY SWEETS – JUST IN TIME FOR THE SEASON! | $5

Discover the perfect conclusion to your holiday feast. Join us as we taste, compare and discover an assortment of lusciously sweet dessert wines from around the world. Take this evening to indulge yourself.


We reserve the right to cancel or postpone classes, (in which case, participants will be notified and fully reimbursed or offered a credit). A refund or transfer is available up to five days before class(es) begin. No refunds or transfers for missed class(es).

 
     
 
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