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DISCOVER TUTORED TASTINGS
 

LCBO Rideau Street | 275 Rideau Street, Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 5Y3 | (613) 789-5226

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


JANUARY


Wednesday, January 7 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

BIG, BOLD, BEAUTIFUL WINES | $30

If you enjoy red wines with “muscle,” then this class is for you. Tonight, we sample some of the biggest red wines including zinfandel, cabernet, and shiraz. This evening is sure to thrill your taste buds!

Thursday, January 8 | 7:00 – 8:30 pm (Premium Tasting)

PREMIUM BORDEAUX | $100

Come on a tasting tour of the famous communes in Bordeaux. Taste classic wines of Pauillac, St-Julien, Margaux, St-Estèphe, and others to see why they are held in such reverence by wine connoisseurs the world over.

Wednesday, January 14 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

DEMYSTIFYING WINE AND FOOD MATCHING | $40

Winter is the perfect time for entertaining! This evening, Product Consultant Joanne Lemieux will show you everything you need to know about matching wines to your favourite foods. Dazzle and delight your taste buds—and your guests’ too—as we learn the whys of wine and food matching.

Wednesday, January 21 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

GEMS FROM SOUTH AMERICA | $30

Known for their great value wines, the vineyards of Chile and Argentina are also producing exceptional wines worthy of serious attention. Tonight, you will sample a range of wines as our Product Consultant guides you through a tasting tour of South America.

Wednesday, January 28 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

A TOAST TO ROBBIE BURNS | $50

Join us as we toast a great Scot with some great Scotch. Tonight, experience this spirit by sampling different styles of single malt Scotch produced throughout Scotland. Don’t delay – our Scotch classes sell out quickly.

FEBRUARY


Wednesday, February 4 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

PORTS OF CALL | $40

From Ruby to Tawny and LBV to Vintage, come explore and taste the diverse range of Port. Let our Product Consultant take the guesswork out of choosing a style that’s right for you.

Wednesday, February 11 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SPARKLING WINES | $30

Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Join us as we experience the wide range and versatility of sparkling wines. There’s a bubbly for every occasion.

Thursday, February 12 | 7:00 – 8:30 pm (Premium Tasting)

PREMIUM CALIFORNIA: NAPA AND SONOMA | $75

California’s Napa and Sonoma Valleys offer the wine lover a wide range of premium wines. Discover some of the many traditional and unique grape varieties grown in these exciting wine-producing regions.

Wednesday, February 18 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SOUTH AFRICA | $25

Discover the wines of South Africa this evening as we travel to the tip of Africa and taste the quality wines from the Cape.

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

THE RED CARPET | $30

Join our Product Consultant and sample red carpet glamour through bold, powerful and striking wines suitable for winter get-togethers. This evening’s session is a unique opportunity to taste an exciting selection of full-bodied red wines.

MARCH


Wednesday, March 4 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

SOUTHERN FRANCE | $35

Home to some of the best value and most exciting wines available today, our Product Consultant takes you on a tasting tour to discover the unique flavours that southern France has to offer.

Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 | 7:00 – 8:30 pm

DISCOVER AN INTRODUCTION TO WINE AND CHEESE | $150

This four-week series will be led by Product Consultant Natale Lofaro, and he will teach you all you need to know to fully enjoy wine and cheese in a fun and informative way. Learn how to taste, focusing on classic cheese and wine pairings from Italy, France and Canada, and the cheese-making process. This series is one of a kind, and it will be an experience to be remembered!

Wednesday, March 11 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

ST. PATRICK’S DAY | $35

Celebrate St. Patty’s Day as we taste and discover some fine libations from Ireland. From beer to whiskey, join our Product Consultant this evening as we sample fine offerings from the Emerald Isle.

Wednesday, March 18 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

BURGUNDY | $40

Discover the great wines of Burgundy, between Dijon and Lyon. Find out what the double-barrelled names mean and taste what many consider to be some of the world’s finest wines.

Wednesday, March 25 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

VINTAGES PRE-RELEASE: SAY “SI” TO SPAIN | $30

Spain produces many exciting wines based on both indigenous and international grape varieties. Let our Product Consultant take you on a tasting tour and discover the unique flavours and styles of wine this country has to offer. Say “si” to this fun-filled tasting of Spain’s finest wines.


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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