Red Wine and Chocolate
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Red Wine & Chocolate
February 6 & 7 and 13, 14, & 15, 2010
11 am - 5 pm
Join us for these two fun weekends as each winery pairs delicious specialty chocolates with perfectly matched red wines. From the fullness of Cabernet to the finesse of Syrah, come see what all the excitement is about in this blissful combination.
Tickets may be purchased online or by calling 800-785-5495. Ticket and glass packages will also be sold on the days of the event at the participating wineries and are available on a first come basis. The $25 ticket and glass package entitles you to a special commemorative wine glass, complimentary wine tasting and delectable samples of chocolate at each winery during the Red Wine & Chocolate Weekends. Have your ticket stamped at all 6 wineries and be eligible to enter our gift basket drawing.
Tickets are not required to attend this event. A $5.00 wine tasting fee will be charged at each winery for non-ticketed visitors. While children are allowed in the tasting rooms, you must be 21 or over to purchase tickets and/or participate in wine tasting. All ticket sales are non-refundable.
Individual Winery Events for 2010
Black Diamond Winery: Black Diamond specializes in a variety of fruit wines produced with estate and locally-grown fruits. The winery will feature its Raspberry and Strawberry wines paired with chocolate truffles.
Camaraderie Cellars: It's Merlot Madness at Camaraderie! As seen in Sunset Magazine’s, January issue, Merlot is the comeback kid and Camaraderie has some great ones to share. The 2006 Merlot, a gold medal winner, will be on the tasting line-up along with other luscious reds such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and the winery’s signature blends. Additionally, winemaker Don Corson will host a vertical reserve tasting of four Merlot vintages -- 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005. Fee: $10.00. A tasty Merlot chocolate dipping sauce, Molly Baby chocolate cookies and Princess Valiant chocolates will pair with your wine tasting.
FairWinds Winery: The tallest chocolate fountain in Washington State will flow again this year! Come and experience the award-winning Port O' Call with a selection of fruits and cake dipped in flowing European chocolate. New this year – FairWinds will introduce locally-crafted specialty chocolates infused with Port O' Call. Six additional wines will be available for tasting.
Harbinger Winery: Harbinger’s signature Raspberry Bliss is ready and due to an exceptionally warm NW summer the flavors are very ripe and intense. Visitors can sample the new release 2007 Malbec, as well as the 2008 Rosé of Mourvedre, 2007 Dynamo Red and 2007 Syrah. TAZA all organic stone-ground chocolates will be featured in their natural state and in the form of mind-blowing brownies and chocolate chunk cookies. Extra care will be taken to make sure the wines match the chocolates in a way that teleport one's palate to another dimension! An Aphrodisiac Chocolates and Reserve Wine tasting will be held in the VIP room. Beer lovers can check out Harbinger’s Pillar Point Porter and Dirty Blonde Ale, both of which will be available on tap or in 22oz bottles. The dark chocolate and smoky notes of Pillar Point Porter complement the most luxurious of confections, while the hint of caramel in the Dirty Blonde pairs exceptionally well with aged cheddar cheeses and chocolate chip cookies.
Olympic Cellars: Celebrating 10 years of creative interpretations and fun twists, Olympic Cellars is spicing-up this year’s Red Wine & Chocolate event like never before! Visitors are invited to step into the winery’s exotic tented venue and sample spice-embedded chocolates custom-made by Peter Crabtree of CBC chocolates, carefully paired with select red wines. Last year’s popular Chocolate Chile Molé has been recreated with a Mediterranean flare. Commemorative photos, recognition and support for American Heart Month and wine specials will round-out the two-weekend event.
Sorensen Cellars: Sorensen Cellars will again have Yvonne on site from Yvonne’s Chocolates in Sequim, sampling truffles and assorted chocolates. The winery will feature two new releases, a Malbec and a new vintage Cabernet Sauvignon. Light appetizers will also be served.
Toga's & Camaraderie Pair for Event: On Saturday, Feb. 13 Toga's Soup House in Port Angeles will host a wine, cheese, and chocolate sampling. This reservation-only event will offer guests a delightful culinary experience that showcases savory bites, delicious cheeses, and decadent chocolate desserts all paired with award winning Camaraderie Cellars wines. For details and reservations, contact Toga's at 360-452-1952.
Please Note:
Due to the limited facilities at our small wineries, groups of more than 15 cannot be accommodated during event weekends.
Please call 1-800-785-5495 to schedule a special group tour for another time.
The Olympic Peninsula Wineries encourage responsible wine touring and recommend that you have a designated driver in your group.