VIRTUAL TASTINGS - CALL 415-215-9540 TO ORDER & SCHEDULE.
ALL VIRTUAL TASTINGS INCLUDE :
- A pre-set 3 or 4-bottle wine shipment (you can also create your own mix!)
- 1-hour interactive Zoom presentation with co-owner & wine educator Peter Spann at a mutually agreeable day & time
VARIETAL WINES - RED ONLY: $117 (minimum of 4 shipments) + tax & shipping
Taste 3 distinctive reds:
Zinfandel
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon, Mayacamas Range
In this tasting I discuss the legal definition of a varietal wine in the U.S., how that compares to European wine regions and why most European wines are named with their region or individual property name instead of with the name of a grape variety. Next I discuss the family relationship between Cabernet Franc (parent) and Cabernet Sauvignon (offspring), how each grape has it’s own distinctive aroma, flavor and mouth-feel. Next I talk about the philosophy of food & wine pairing, what foods or occasions each of these wines go best with and why. I also talk about the influence of aromas and flavors of oak barrels in wines and how some wines can be enjoyed more with meals than as “cocktail wines”.
VARIETAL WINES VS. BLENDS: $90 (minimum of 4 shipments) + tax & shipping
Taste 3 distinctive reds:
Betsy's Backacher Red Blend
Zinfandel
Cabernet Franc
In this tasting I discuss the legal definition of a varietal wine in the U.S., how that compares to European wine regions and why most European wines are named with their region or individual property name instead of with the name of a grape variety. Next I discuss some of the many reasons for making a blend from several grape varieties vs. making one that is 100% from one grape variety.
VARIETAL WINES: $100 (minimum of 4 shipments) + tax & shipping
Taste 1 white & 2 reds:
Viognier
Zinfandel
Cabernet Franc
In this tasting I discuss the legal definition of a varietal wine in the U.S., how that compares to European wine regions and why most European wines are named with their region or individual property name instead of with the name of a grape variety. Next I discuss how each grape has it’s own distinctive aroma, flavor and mouth-feel, then I talk about the philosophy of food & wine pairing, what foods or occasions each of these wines go best with and why. I also talk about the influence of aromas and flavors of oak barrels in wines and how some wines can be enjoyed more with meals than as “cocktail wines”.
MINI TASTING MENU: $144 (minimum of 3 shipments) + tax & shipping
Taste 1 white & 3 reds:
- Viognier 2017
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Lake Family 2016
- Cabernet Franc 2016
- GSM (Grenache/Syrah/Mourvedre blend)
This is very close to our tasting room experience with a range of wines from dry white wines to medium and full-bodied reds. I'll discuss how to smell and taste wines and how each grape variety has its own distinctive aroma, flavor and mouth-feel.
REVIEWS FROM PAST PARTICIPANTS
5 stars "This tasting was a family Christmas event. Peter was an incredible virtual host. My goal was to give my daughters an intro to wine and Peter was the perfect fit for us. He has spent a career in the wine and winemaking community, and the results were exactly what I had hoped for. What a great story !! The wines were all excellent and we plan to join the wine club to try all of the Spann wines. I HIGHLY recommend connecting with Peter for your virtual event."
5 stars "Great experience, their wines are excellent...would definitely do it again!"
An A+ Team Event "This was a very worthwhile virtual event. The wine and chocolate were delicious. I'm not a "rookie" wine enthusiast, but I learned a lot of new information. The session was well-constructed with photos, stories, info and discussion. Even post-COVID, I highly recommend this Zoom-based group event for those who can't make the trip to the wine country."
We had a great event "We had a great event with Spann. Peter was a terrific host. The presentation was engaging. The wines we tasted were excellent and the whole team was involved and engaged.
Overall the Virtual Tasting event was a big success."
Fun & informative! "We thoroughly enjoyed our wine tasting with Spann Vineyards, as did all of our guests. Not only was it good tasting but it was so informative in a relaxing atmosphere. We are already looking to do another with friends!"