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October Wine Tastings
Written By: Marlene Osteen | Issue: October - 2022
When a certified sommelier and her wise managing partner host a series of wine tastings, the emphasis is on wise counsel and ebullient celebrations – The Highlands Wine Shoppe is offering a series of wine tastings throughout the month.
When local wine lovers want to know what wine to pair with their dinner or serve at their next party, they seek out the advice of the experts at the Highlands Wine Shoppe, 269 Oak Street. Owner Stephanie Miskew, a Certified Sommelier, and Host of the Wine Atelier Podcast; and Managing Partner Annelize Giliomee are savvy wine professionals with an infectious and enthusiastic passion for wine. Every Thursday they host a wine tasting that is, as has been said before, “the most fun you can have with your clothes on.” The mood is always lighthearted and breezy – folks linger and talk about the wine choices. There’s a good chance that Stephanie or Annelize will join you at the table to chat, and best of all you can choose to savor and sip at one of the outdoor tables. The Wine series is held from 4:30 to 6:30 P.M. and cost $25.00 per person. Accompanying the wines are a selection of charcuterie. Special surprise guests are likely to appear during any of the tastings. The series is informal, and reservations are not required. Thursday, October 6, at Highlands Wine Shoppe: Old World vs New World: The terms “Old World” and “New World” continually sparks debates among wine lovers. Beyond geography what are the stylist differences? For those seeking to better understand the wine world, here’s a chance to delve into the differences in Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from different sides of civilization. Thursday, October 13, at Highlands Wine Shoppe: Sicilian Splendor. Getting to Italy can be a drag. Instead lace up those hiking shoes and take a trek up the hill to the Wine Shoppe. Sicily is blessed with an abundance of all the right ingredients, climate, soil and exciting indigenous grape varietals. Whether it’s Nero d’Avola or Carricante, prepare to be astounded and fascinated. Thursday, October 20 at Highlands Wine Shoppe: Wines from Old Vine: What are “old vine” wines and what if anything is special about them? Normally referring to vines 25 to 50 years old, many believe that older vines produce grapes with more concentration yielding more fruit forward wines. Learn why so many of today’s elite producers are seeking older heritage vineyards. Thursday, October 27 at Highlands Wine Shoppe: Boo-tiful Reds: As Stephanie described, “Frightfully delicious wines from around the globe representing a variety of styles and flavor profiles.” Think Napa, Bordeaux and Rioja.
