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LCBO The Kingsway | 2946 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario
M8X 1B7 | 416 239-3066

To register and purchase your tickets please visit the Customer Service Desk at the desired location. Please contact the participating store for details. Spaces are limited so book your place soon. Participants must be 19 years of age or older.


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Wednesday, November 4 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

RICH PORTS| $40

Although great alone, some experiences can be made even better by combining wine with food. Tonight you will sample a selection of Ruby, Tawny, LBV and Vintage Port, which will be paired with a selection of cheeses.
This class includes a food component.

Wednesday, November 18 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

PREMIUM BORDEAUX | $90

Come on a tasting tour of the famous communes of Bordeaux. Taste classic wines from the left bank, the right bank, and other interesting districts and learn why they are held in such high esteem by wine connoisseurs the world over.

Wednesday, November 25 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

ZINFANDEL: ZIN-FULLY DELICIOUS | $30

From its humble origins to its rise to stardom, Zinfandel has joined the ranks of some of the world’s greatest wines. Join us as we discover the many faces of this very versatile grape and gain a better understanding of the unique wine it produces.

January


Wednesday, January 13 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SMART BUYS | $30

Does the price of wine determine its quality? For answers to this question, join our Product Consultant and sample a range of wine from VINTAGES. Come and experience all that budget-friendly wine has to offer. You will be pleasantly surprised.

Wednesday, January 20 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SNEAK PEEK: VINTAGES PRE-RELEASE TASTINGS SERIES
INDIVIDUAL CLASS | $35
Series of Three | $75

Every two weeks VINTAGES releases a number of new products for you to enjoy. During these sessions, you will have a unique opportunity to taste some of the best and most interesting products before you buy. Be the first to discover these unique treasures.

SPOTLIGHT ARGENTINA
Wednesday, January 20

SpotLight 90+ Wines
Wednesday, February 3

SpotLight Chile
Wednesday, March 3
 

Wednesday, January 27 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

WE’VE GOT YOUR BEER | $20

Let’s spread the word that the world of specialty beer is large and growing! In tonight’s class we will sample monastery-made Belgian brews, small-production Ontario craft beers and classic British pub bitters, and many others. Come and discover some of the most delicious and richly-storied beers hand-picked by our beer expert.

February


Wednesday, February 3 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SNEAK PEEK: VINTAGES PRE-RELEASE TASTINGS SERIES
INDIVIDUAL CLASS | $35
Series of Three | $75

Every two weeks VINTAGES releases a number of new products for you to enjoy. During these sessions, you will have a unique opportunity to taste some of the best and most interesting products before you buy. Be the first to discover these unique treasures.

SPOTLIGHT ARGENTINA
Wednesday, January 20

SpotLight 90+ Wines
Wednesday, February 3

SpotLight Chile
Wednesday, March 3
 

Wednesday, February 10 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

BUBBLING BEAUTIES | $50

Champagne is one of the world’s greatest and most misunderstood beverages. Though long recognized as a celebratory drink, it is less recognized as a versatile partner at the dinner table. Tonight you will not only learn how Champagne is made, but also discover its different styles and quality levels.

Wednesday, February 17 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

DISCOVER CALIFORNIA | $45

The quality of Californian wine has never been better. Tonight, we taste and compare the premium reds of Napa and Sonoma, California’s best-known wine regions. This tasting promises to be both memorable and informative and is a must for lovers of full-bodied wines. All participants will receive a free DVD – Discover California!

Wednesday, February 24 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

TASTING BURGUNDY | $35

The vineyards of Burgundy have, for over a thousand years, created exquisite wines that almost miraculously express the very spirit of the rocky soil from which they are coaxed. For those seeking to “unlock” the mystery of terroir, Burgundy is where you must start.

March


Wednesday, March 3 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SNEAK PEEK: VINTAGES PRE-RELEASE TASTINGS SERIES
INDIVIDUAL CLASS | $35
Series of Three | $75

Every two weeks VINTAGES releases a number of new products for you to enjoy. During these sessions, you will have a unique opportunity to taste some of the best and most interesting products before you buy. Be the first to discover these unique treasures.

SPOTLIGHT ARGENTINA
Wednesday, January 20

SpotLight 90+ Wines
Wednesday, February 3

SpotLight Chile
Wednesday, March 3
 

Wednesday, March 10 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

THE A.B.C’S OF ITALY | $40

Join us for an evening of ABC’S that you have never been taught before – Amarone, Barolo and Chianti. Our Product Consultant will guide you through a tasting of these rich and complex reds from Italy.

Wednesday, March 17 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

CABERNET SAUVIGNON: NEW WORLD VS. OLD WORLD | $30

The king of the red grape varieties, cabernet sauvignon, is grown and vinified in most of the world's wine regions. Take part as we visit and taste a selection of New and Old World styles from around the globe.

Wednesday, March 24 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SINGLE MALTS: THE LOWLANDS AND ISLANDS – HOLD THE ISLAY | $45

Tonight, our Product Consultant will guide you through a tasting of distinctive Lowland and Island malts. Discover how each of these regions has its own characteristics colour, bouquet, flavour and texture. Sign up early as this very popular class sells out quickly.

Wednesday, March 31 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SIX CLASSIC GRAPE VARIETIES | $30

This is a unique opportunity to participate in an enjoyable and educational wine tasting. Learn how to recognize and describe the aroma and flavour profiles of six of the classic grape varieties. You may discover a new favourite.


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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