Whether is is a tasting event hosted by our highly skilled sommelier team at one of our tasting centres, or an expertly paired dinner at a popular YYC eatery, there is something for everyone!
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Saturday, March 23
Grape EscapeCalgary’s favourite festival with over 100 booths and thousands of products to sample.
Thursday, March 28
You know what they say about quality vs quantity? These old Gnarly Dudes produce small amounts of characterful grapes, producing delectable wines. The disease levelled vines all over Europe in the 19th Century eliminating some of the oldest vines on the planet.
Thursday, March 28
Are you game for Gamay? Perhaps it is not a grape variety that rolls off the tongues of many the wine consumers in Alberta. But, we have reason to believe it just may be the next big thing.
Friday, March 29
We are making food and wine pairing easy. The safest, easiest and often most delicious pairings follow the simple rule, “If it Grows Together, It Goes Together.” We will share our favourite examples and show why they work.
Friday, March 29
Have you ever been confused about which wine goes with which cheese? Trust us when we say you’re not alone and that we are here to help.
Saturday, March 30
The gauntlet was thrown down as our Sommelier team went head-to-head in this round robin tournament to test their expert knowledge. We are onto the final round with the last two sommeliers standing. The winner gets their name engraved on the coveted Sommelier Cup and bragging rights for the year.
Wednesday, April 03
Township Bar & Grill is excited to host the Chateau De La Gardine Wine Dinner with guest speaker Guillaume Brunel.
Wednesday, April 03 – Wednesday, May 22
An all-encompassing course designed for the wine enthusiast who wants to increase their knowledge and an industry standard for professionals. This course covers all the major grape varieties, where they are grown, and how to taste wine using the Systematic Approach to Tasting.
Friday, April 05
There is a mantra when choosing wine for some…ABC – Anything But Chardonnay. But if you’re anything like us, you feel the exact opposite! How about? Amazing Buttery Chardonnay!
Friday, April 05
A classic saying in our fair province and it is no different with our wines. If you love those big, rich, bold and velvety red beauties that are full of flavour and personality, then this event is for you.
Saturday, April 06
This has become our signature event over the years and is always a fun favourite. The idea is to blind-taste through a range of wines at different price points and try to match up the prices with each wine and see if you can pin point the most expensive wine...
Saturday, April 06
These have to be the two most recognized grape varieties in the world. Likely Cabernet edges out Merlot in the “noble” scale but not necessarily in popularity. The two actually work as a duet very often and do so very well.
Thursday, April 11
This fun, walk around, festival style tasting will feature wines from 6 of France’s wine growing regions and representatives from the wineries will be visiting from France.
Thursday, April 11
Mother’s ruin, Genever, Dutch courage. Call it what you like! Gin is a spirit that dates back to 1585. Starting as a base spirit and evolving through the addition of botanicals and mainly juniper berries, no two gins are alike.
Friday, April 12
This has become our signature event over the years and is always a fun favourite. The idea is to blind-taste through a range of wines at different price points and try to match up the prices with each wine and see if you can pin point the most expensive wine...
Saturday, April 13
A classic saying in our fair province and it is no different with our wines. If you love those big, rich, bold and velvety red beauties that are full of flavour and personality, then this event is for you.
Saturday, April 13
Mother’s ruin, Genever, Dutch courage. Call it what you like! Gin is a spirit that dates back to 1585. Starting as a base spirit and evolving through the addition of botanicals and mainly juniper berries, no two gins are alike.
Thursday, April 18
This has become our signature event over the years and is always a fun favourite. The idea is to blind-taste through a range of wines at different price points and try to match up the prices with each wine and see if you can pin point the most expensive wine...
Thursday, April 18
Jaboulet is one of the most well regarded negiotient wine producers of the Rhone Valley. Famous for its red wines of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre and other local grape varieties. Think Cotes du Rhone, Chateauneuf du Pape, Hermitage, Cornas and so much more.
Thursday, April 25
If Burgundy is the heartland of French wine, Bordeaux is the cosmopolitan ballroom - a merchant driven port town, famous for its shopping and glitzy lifestyle. The wines follow suit, offering up grand images of country side chateau (castles) and a hedonistic lifestyle.
Friday, April 26
If Burgundy is the heartland of French wine, Bordeaux is the cosmopolitan ballroom - a merchant driven port town, famous for its shopping and glitzy lifestyle. The wines follow suit, offering up grand images of country side chateau (castles) and a hedonistic lifestyle.
Friday, April 26
Italy is known as the land of the vine. With thousands of indigenous grape varieties and hundreds of recognized wine styles, there’s much to explore beyond Chianti, Valpolicella and Pinot Grigio’s.
Saturday, April 27 – Saturday, May 25
An advanced course, designed to provide detailed analysis of the principal wines and spirits of the world. In this six-day course students will gain in-depth knowledge of wine production, global wine regions, spirit and liqueur production, as well as fortified and sparkling wine.
Saturday, April 27
Have you ever dreamt of visiting the south of France and sipping wine under the sunset with scents of lavender in the air?
Saturday, April 27
Italy is known as the land of the vine. With thousands of indigenous grape varieties and hundreds of recognized wine styles, there’s much to explore beyond Chianti, Valpolicella and Pinot Grigio’s.
Wednesday, April 03 – Wednesday, May 22
An all-encompassing course designed for the wine enthusiast who wants to increase their knowledge and an industry standard for professionals. This course covers all the major grape varieties, where they are grown, and how to taste wine using the Systematic Approach to Tasting.
Saturday, April 27 – Saturday, May 25
An advanced course, designed to provide detailed analysis of the principal wines and spirits of the world. In this six-day course students will gain in-depth knowledge of wine production, global wine regions, spirit and liqueur production, as well as fortified and sparkling wine.
Thursday, May 02
Hands down one of California’s premier wine regions, producing memorable Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel, Russian River is a must exploration for any wine enthusiast.
Friday, May 03
Have you ever dreamt of visiting the south of France and sipping wine under the sunset with scents of lavender in the air?
Saturday, May 04
Cinco de Mayo can’t help but seem like a marker of the arrival of Spring. We will celebrate all things Mexican-American and rejoice in its colourful character and flavourful libations.
Saturday, May 04
Cinco de Mayo can’t help but seem like a marker of the arrival of Spring. We will celebrate all things Mexican-American and rejoice in its colourful character and flavourful libations.
Wednesday, May 08
Riedel has been famous for the art of glass making since 1756, and produce a style of glass for every style of wine. Differently shaped glasses enhance certain aromas and flavours – as well as your ability to perceive them.
Wednesday, May 08
Join us for an evening of decadent wines from Paso Robles California featuring the Hope Family Wines.
Thursday, May 09
Riedel has been famous for the art of glass making since 1756, and produce a style of glass for every style of wine. Differently shaped glasses enhance certain aromas and flavours – as well as your ability to perceive them.
Thursday, May 09
Join us for an evening of decadent wines from Paso Robles California featuring the Hope Family Wines.
Friday, May 10
Riedel has been famous for the art of glass making since 1756, and produce a style of glass for every style of wine. Differently shaped glasses enhance certain aromas and flavours – as well as your ability to perceive them.
Saturday, May 11
We are getting our Rosé on this Spring and we suspect a lot you are too! Momentum is still moving on up for this once maligned and misunderstood wine style.
Tuesday, May 14 – Tuesday, May 28
Whether you’re a novice or an experienced wine professional, the WSET Award in Wines is a fantastic course to increase your knowledge. This three evenings course provides the foundation of wine knowledge as well as insight into food and wine pairing. Successful candidates will receive the WSET Level 1 Certificate.
Thursday, May 16
Italy is known as the land of the vine. With thousands of indigenous grape varieties and hundreds of recognized wine styles, there’s much to explore beyond Chianti, Valpolicella and Pinot Grigio’s.
Thursday, May 16
Join us for an exploration and celebration of Spain’s most recognized vineyard area through the lens and wines of Bodegas CVNE.
Friday, May 17
We are pitting these two Goliaths of the wine world head to head. Both with diverse wine styles, climates and quality levels this will be a tough battle.
Thursday, May 23
In the heart of Tuscany a small medieval town sits atop a hill. With its cobblestone walk ways and sweeping views of a beautiful countryside, Brunello Di Montalcino delights any wine drinker lucky enough to uncork her noble wines.
Friday, May 24
We are getting our Rosé on this Spring and we suspect a lot you are too! Momentum is still moving on up for this once maligned and misunderstood wine style.
Saturday, May 25
Deep in the heart of France’s Southern Rhone Valley is an appellation producing some of the finest of French wines. In 1308, Pope Clement V relocated the papacy to Avignon and brought with it a love and understanding of the vine.
Saturday, May 25
The Italian wine boot that is. This fun, walk around, festival style tasting will feature dozens of wines from all over the Italian boot. Some go to favourites alongside new and exciting options for the Italian wine enthusiast.
Thursday, May 30
We are getting our Rosé on this Spring and we suspect a lot you are too! Momentum is still moving on up for this once maligned and misunderstood wine style.
Friday, May 31
We are pitting these two Goliaths of the wine world head to head. Both with diverse wine styles, climates and quality levels this will be a tough battle.
Friday, May 31
Compare and contrast a collection of wines from the New World against classic styles from Old World regions and be the judge as to which style you prefer best.
Saturday, June 01
Deep in the heart of France’s Southern Rhone Valley is an appellation producing some of the finest of French wines. In 1308, Pope Clement V relocated the papacy to Avignon and brought with it a love and understanding of the vine.
Saturday, June 01
This has become our signature event over the years and is always a fun favourite. The idea is to blind-taste through a range of wines at different price points and try to match up the prices with each wine and see if you can pin point the most expensive wine...
Thursday, June 06
Have you ever dreamt of visiting the south of France and sipping wine under the sunset with scents of lavender in the air?
Friday, June 07
We are getting our Rosé on this Spring and we suspect a lot you are too! Momentum is still moving on up for this once maligned and misunderstood wine style.
Friday, June 07
Compare and contrast a collection of wines from the New World against classic styles from Old World regions and be the judge as to which style you prefer best.
Saturday, June 08
Deep in the heart of France’s Southern Rhone Valley is an appellation producing some of the finest of French wines. In 1308, Pope Clement V relocated the papacy to Avignon and brought with it a love and understanding of the vine.
Saturday, June 08
In the heart of Tuscany a small medieval town sits atop a hill. With its cobblestone walk ways and sweeping views of a beautiful countryside, Brunello Di Montalcino delights any wine drinker lucky enough to uncork her noble wines.
Tuesday, June 11 – Tuesday, June 11
A beginner level introduction to spirits for those starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in spirits.
Thursday, June 13
Have you ever been confused about which wine goes with which cheese? Trust us when we say you’re not alone and that we are here to help.
Friday, June 14
We are getting our Rosé on this Spring and we suspect a lot you are too! Momentum is still moving on up for this once maligned and misunderstood wine style.
Friday, June 14
There is a mantra when choosing wine for some…ABC – Anything But Chardonnay. But if you’re anything like us, you feel the exact opposite! How about? Amazing Buttery Chardonnay!
Saturday, June 15
Collector wines and some must haves for any burgeoning and enthusiastic wine lover. Not everything for the cellar has to break the bank, we are promising great buys and unique opportunities side by side.
Saturday, June 15
Have you ever been confused about which wine goes with which cheese? Trust us when we say you’re not alone and that we are here to help.
Sunday, June 16
You know what Dad really wants, a whisky tasting!
Saturday, September 21 – Saturday, October 05
An all-encompassing course designed for the wine enthusiast who wants to increase their knowledge and an industry standard for professionals. This course covers all the major grape varieties, where they are grown, and how to taste wine using the Systematic Approach to Tasting.
Saturday, September 21 – Saturday, October 05
An all-encompassing course designed for the wine enthusiast who wants to increase their knowledge and an industry standard for professionals. This course covers all the major grape varieties, where they are grown, and how to taste wine using the Systematic Approach to Tasting.
Saturday, October 19 – Saturday, November 02
The WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits underpins the skills needed in all areas of the spirit trade – customer service, hospitality, retail and wholesale. This three-day course is also appropriate for students who are not employed in the alcoholic beverage industry and wish to broaden their knowledge of spirits...
Saturday, October 26 – Saturday, October 26
Whether you’re a novice or an experienced wine professional, the WSET Award in Wines is a fantastic course to increase your knowledge. This one-day course provides the foundation of wine knowledge as well as insight into food and wine pairing. Successful candidates will receive the WSET Level 1 Certificate.
Saturday, October 19 – Saturday, November 02
The WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits underpins the skills needed in all areas of the spirit trade – customer service, hospitality, retail and wholesale. This three-day course is also appropriate for students who are not employed in the alcoholic beverage industry and wish to broaden their knowledge of spirits...
Saturday, November 09 – Saturday, November 09
A beginner level introduction to spirits for those starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in spirits.