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Experiencing the Universal Whisky Experience 2019

May 17, 2019 by evebushman

In the three years we’ve been lucky enough to attend the Universal Whisky Experience, aka the Nth, I’d have to say it just keeps getting better and better. This year we covered less ground (husband and I split the room – at the Wynn in Las Vegas – in two) and still only tasted maybe a quarter of what was being poured. And even though we each had two tickets for Super Pours, the brand ambassadors offered us everything they had – or it at least seemed that way! (If you just want a synopsis you can go here for photos alone.)

Last time I can share this banner…with yours truly on the top right next to The Nose!

This year I spent my first hour giving some attention to a few Bourbon tables; though I usually make a beeline for the oldest single malts in the room, I mixed it up this time. It might be because there was a large table set up with pre-measured pours, pens and tasting notes drawing my attention to the back of the main hall.

The table I’m referring to was set up Maker’s Mark Bourbon. The tasting experience that Maker’s Mark “Diplomat” Phil Olson talked me through was amazing. I learned about the different oak expressions, and the aromas and flavors each had. I noted that I liked the Seared French Cuvee, Maker’s Mark 46 Cask Strength (46 is the name of the particular wood), Roasted French Mocha and Toasted French Spice – this final one was my favorite. All four used French oak. I also noted that as my palate “warmed” so did my preferences. (Phil had me go back and revisit a couple.) I could’ve spent the entire evening there, and never made it to his finale where you are meant to blend your favorites, then get a few pals to agree with your choice = your own 15k barrel!

Moving on, though it was hard, I was in the mood for Bourbon and quickly found a Las Vegas based distiller, Smoke Wagon Bourbon. I enjoyed all three bottles they poured, and could see why they had won several gold and double gold medals at the San Francisco Wine and Spirits Competition.

Alpine Distilling, located in Park City, Utah, was a surprise for me. The botanicals in their “Summit Gin” slayed me. Now I just have to figure out how to get it from Utah here in So Cal! Also of note for me was their “Spur” Whiskey.

Then I got very much side-tracked by That Boutique-Y Whisky Company. I tasted everything in their line-up. Completely blown away with whiskeys from Japan, So. Africa and England. I think there were a dozen I tried, and a few in the back I got my hands on too. If you ever have an opportunity to taste this whisky brand don’t miss it.

The Scotch Whisky Syndicate 58/6 was a new thrill for me to taste, according to their Facebook page it is “an award-winning 12 Year Old specialist Blended Scotch Whisky, finished in Sherry butts for a distinctly richer fruity character.”

Glenfiddich had 12, 14 and 15 year olds, but I went straight to the 21 year old – as I had visited the distillery in Scotland and had done more than my fair share there. (If you ever get to Scotland don’t skip Glenfiddich – very generous pours. And while you’re at it reserve your kilted driver, aka tour operator, via Rabbie’s.)

I definitely had to stop at the Dewars’s blended Scotch whisky table, as Brand Ambassador Georgie Bell had made me a fan at a past Universal Whisky Experience event where we tasted through all of the single malts that go into Dewar’s. This year I sampled 21, 27 and 32 year olds, all “double double aged for ultimate smoothness.”

Had to taste from Westward American Single Malt Whiskey…when whisky pal and leader of the So Cal Whiskey Club Ries Michael manned the booth. 

Finally, I’d like to give a special shout out and thanks to founder Mahesh Patel and organizer Mit Patel, can’t imagine anyone else pulling anything like this off but the Patels and their team.

More Brands Seen at the Show (keep in mind that each of these brands had several pours.)

Macallan

Old Pulteney

John Craggie

Glencairn Crystal (Great nosing glass!)

The Dalmore

Highland Park and Glenrothes

Johnnie Walker

Tomatin

Total Wine

Benromach

Gordon and MacPhail

Facundo Rum

John Dewar Malts

Hardy

Borderies Cognac

Suntory Whiskey

Whistle Pig

Sazerac Rye

Glenfarclas

Dictator

Royal Salute

The Glenlivet

Aberlour

Loch Lomond

The Balvenie

And even though I was lucky enough to be featured in the 2019 Facebook banner ad and don’t expect the honor again, I will be stalking the website and Facebook pages listed below to see if the event photographers caught me “in the act” of having the time of our lives. See you in 2020!

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Eve Bushman has a Level Two Intermediate Certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET), a “certification in first globally-recognized course” as an American Wine Specialist ® from the North American Sommelier Association (NASA), Level 1 Sake Award from WSET, was the subject of a 60-minute Wine Immersion video (over 15k views), authored “Wine Etiquette for Everyone” and has served as a judge for the Long Beach Grand Cru and the Global Wine Awards. You can email Eve@EveWine101.com to ask a question about wine or spirits.

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Eve Shares: The High Roller Package at The Universal Whisky Experience

February 1, 2019 by evebushman

This will be our third year covering the Universal Whisky Experience, aka the Nth, in Las Vegas this April. The event will be nine years strong by April. We’ve enjoyed classes and tastings with brand ambassadors as well as tastings at the main event. The High Roller package offers even more, so I culled the information for you dear reader, so you know exactly what you are in for, beginning with exclusive Super Pours and more:

That’s yours truly on the top right, with Richard “The Nose” Patteson, the Master Distiller for The Dalmore, holding a couple of his whiskies.

High Roller Package

EXCLUSIVE HIGH ROLLER MASTER CLASS

FRIDAY 26TH APRIL, 2019
Start the Nth 2019 High Roller Experience with a rare tasting tutored by World-renowned brand ambassadors who offer their proficiency, experience and expertise to enrich your love, enjoyment and knowledge of premium whiskies.

HIGH ROLLER LOUNGE AND EXCLUSIVE SUPER POURS

FRIDAY 26TH APRIL, 2019
Only our elite High Rollers have private access to the entire selection of these ultra-premium drams. Enjoy your exclusive Super Pours in an intimate setting, sampling the créme de la créme of whiskies in the elegance and style you deserve. These whiskies are only available to High Rollers.

High Roller Lounge is designed to exceed your every expectation and is the ideal place to taste your exclusive super pours, Explore your super pours with different brands and expressions. Last year’s event featured drams like The Glenfiddich 38YO, Balvenie 25YO Single Barrel, Macallan Lalique No.6 Decanter, Old Pulteney, Dalmore 35YO and many more.

The Lounge features exclusive Super Pours for your tasting only in this private event. Enjoy personal one on one interaction with brand ambassadors to mingle with at your leisure. This affair can be an educational experience not available at any other event.

EXCLUSIVE HIGH ROLLER MASTER CLASS

SATURDAY – 27 APRIL, 2019
High Roller Guests of the Nth 2019 will have Exclusive Access to a one of a kind Master Class.

NTH 2019 MAIN SHOW

SATURDAY APRIL 27TH, 2019
For the 9th year in a row, offering The Main Event! “To the Nth degree” bringing you whisky experience to the Nth amount..delivering an exceptional presentation of high-end whisky samplings in an exquisite setting. A whisky-lovers paradise with finest drams, luxury dining experiences, like-minded High Rollers brings you an event not to be missed. In the Nth Show 2019, we will be expanding our collection of unique whiskies to also include a collection of fine premium, ultra-premium and super-premium spirits and a big selection of Wine and Champagne from around the World.

THE MAIN TASTING SHOW includes the ultimate indulgence of sampling premium whiskies, limited bottle releases, unique expressions, cask samples from exhibitors giving you a chance to meet personally with the Masters of Whisky-Making from around the world. All of whom can create a vast array of subtly different flavors and special characteristics. These reflect the location of each distillery, the skills of the distiller, the quality of ingredients and the techniques used in the ageing process.

EXQUISITE HORS D’OEUVRES prepared by the Wynn catering team are available for this event. The talented chefs of this establishment will have prepared the most divine hors d’oeuvres for this most divine of occasions.

ALL SUPER POURS available to High Rollers at the main tasting show (these Pours are VALUED at $300.00 and above per-pour retail). Some of these unique expressions are only available for the USA market, or are limited in release production globally.

HIGH ROLLER DINNER RECEPTION

SATURDAY APRIL 27TH, 2019
Our High Rollers will enjoy dinner with mouthwatering cuisine exquisitely prepared by the Wynn culinary staff. What goes perfectly with premium exclusive whisky?  Fine dining by master chefs from the world-renowned culinary team at Wynn.

HIGH ROLLER GIFT BAG
For over 30 years Glencairn Crystal has been producing tailored crystal glassware of the highest quality. During the Nth event, we are very happy to be giving our High Roller guests cut crystal tasting glassware to enhance your drinking experience, a Nth Featured whisky and luxury handmade cigar.

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Eve Bushman has a Level Two Intermediate Certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET), a “certification in first globally-recognized course” as an American Wine Specialist ® from the North American Sommelier Association (NASA), Level 1 Sake Award from WSET, was the subject of a 60-minute Wine Immersion video (over 15k views), authored “Wine Etiquette for Everyone” and has served as a judge for the Long Beach Grand Cru and the Global Wine Awards. You can email Eve@EveWine101.com to ask a question about wine or spirits. You can also seek her marketing advice via Eve@EveBushmanConsulting.com

 

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Master Classes at The Nth 2018 Ultimate Universal Whisky Experience

March 16, 2018 by evebushman

In covering the best whisky event in the U.S., I would be remiss in not sharing the latest additions to the 2018 event’s master class schedule. These classes will take place throughout the day on Saturday April 7 at the Encore at Wynn Las Vegas. Will I see you there?

slide4Master Classes at the Nth

Our Master Classes are just one of the many features of Nth 2018 that makes this the ultimate luxury whisky event of the year! A true appreciation for fine whisky is only heightened by skilled tutelage from experts in the field. World-renowned brand ambassadors offer their proficiency, experience and expertise to enrich your love, enjoyment and knowledge of premium whiskies.

Discussions and tastings are part of this exclusive experience.

Our popular Master Classes are available a la carte with the purchase of a Connoisseur, Companion or as part of the Nth 2018 High Roller Ticket and promise to sell out quickly. Be sure to secure your Master Class selections early to avoid disappointment.

Note: Please make sure that each Master Class is purchased in the correct session, with no purchase of duplicate classes in the same session.

SESSION ONE 12:30–2pm

DALMORE MASTER CLASS, Exquisite Cask Curation, Hosted by Richard Paterson of The Dalmore
The Dalmore has secured exclusive access to some of the rarest and most exquisite casks in the world. In this seminar, legendary whisky maker Richard Paterson, who has pioneered methods in maturation, will guide an exclusive tasting experience, illustrating how these pinnacle sherry, port and fine wine casks deliver unrivalled depth and elegance to The Dalmore Single Malt Whisky.

Journey to Jura, Hosted by Craig Bridger of Jura

Jura Whisky is handcrafted on the Isle of Jura, a rugged, elemental island nestled sixty miles off the West Coast of Scotland. Home to less than 200 people, the island boasts one road, one pub and one distillery. Established in 1810, the Jura distillery produces award-winning whiskies as unique as the island it comes from. In this seminar, Craig Bridger will take you on a virtual journey to Jura Whisky’s unique island home and taste you on three of the most innovative cask finished whiskies on the market: Jura 10, Jura Seven Wood and Jura 18.

LOST IN TIME: LEGENDARY SILENT STILLS & CLOSED DISTILLERIES

We go back in time and explore the so-called Silent Stills of both Whisky and Rum with renowned Expert Gil Schwarz. Focusing on such legendary Distilleries as Port Ellen, Rosebank and Brora from three different areas of Scotland and all from the Golden Age of Scotch in the 1960-1970’s, the realization of how great these fabulous whiskies were, will astound and highlight why they have no equals today. Following the Whiskies, we continue to explore Caribbean Treasures from such remarkable Rum Distilleries as Caroni, Enmore and Long Pond, all closed, but responsible for some of the greatest examples of Island Rum ever made. We round off with some very rare old Dictador from the oldest working Distillery in the Caribbean Zone, producing some of the most collectible Rum today from its base in Cartagena de Indias in Colombia. This is a tasting for serious collectors and aficionados.

THE WESTERN HIGHLAND GEM – OBAN

The story of Oban town is as old as its whisky. Before the distillery there was nothing, but a windswept view and a natural harbor protected by the ancient islands in the Firth of Lorn. Then in 1794 two brothers arrived and changed that little nook of the Scottish West Highlands forever. They were the Stevensons. Entrepreneurs with a small fortune and a fondness for a dram, which was pretty much all you needed back then to start your own whisky legacy. What followed was the evolution of a sleepy port town and the creation of one of the world’s most distinguished single malt scotch whiskies. Join us on a unique, on-off Oban tasting experience with a deep dive into what makes Oban unique. Hosted by Diageo’s Reserve Program Director, Ewan Morgan who’ll be sharing with the lucky attendees very rare, liquids from this much revered, and one of Scotland’s oldest, distilleries. Including:

  • Extremely Rare 70’s Oban 12 yr old.
  • Cask Strength Samples from our warehouse specifically pulled for this tasting.
  • 2013 Special Release Oban 21 (A unicorn release and Arguably one of the finest examples of Oban).
  • Oban 18 and Distillers Edition.

SESSION TWO 2:30-4pm

HENNESSY LE VOYAGE

Discover the rich world of cognac and master the art of cocktails in this exclusive experience, hosted by Rich Varga Hennessy Ambassador Hennessy Le Voyage is an engaging hands-on consumer experience specially created for our off-premise partners. Featuring two of our most revered and popular brands Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilege and Hennessy X.O this interactive journey shares our unique savor faire story through the making of classic cognac cocktails and guided tastings. Hennessy will provide a guided cocktail making and tasting experience hosted by the Hennessy Brand Ambassador. Guests will learn first-hand how to make classic cognac cocktails and understand how to truly appreciate the liquid through guided tastings.

  • Arrival & Welcome – Meet & greet by the Hennessy Ambassador, welcome cognac punch will served. (hennessy.com)
  • Hennessy Story – A short introduction to our history, heritage and unique savoir-faire or know how
  • Cocktails – A hands on cocktail making session learning how to make the Hennessy French 75 and Hennessy Sazerac ( hennessy.com )
  • Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilege Tasting – A guided tasting to appreciate the aromas, tastes and flavors in one of our most popular blends ( hennessy.com)
  • Hennessy X.O Tasting – A multi-sensorial X.O deconstructed tasting experience to uncover what makes Hennessy X.O so revered
  • Hennessy X.O on a rock – the ultimate Hennessy X.O experience on a single rock of ice

THE TITANS – SCOTTISH vs. IRISH

Rick Edwards, National Distillers Selection Brand Ambassador for Pernod Ricard will take guests through a unique journey of some of the most cherished and celebrated whiskies from Ireland and Scotland. You will have the opportunity to savor award winning expressions from Midleton distillery including Redbreast and Green Spot followed by a tasting of some of The Glenlivet and Longmorn’s finest whiskies giving guests the opportunity to compare and contrast what makes Irish and Scottish whiskies some of the finest in the world.

STAYING THE COURSE OF CRAFTSMANSHIP: BENRIACH, THE GLENDRONACH, GLENGLASSAUGH

Join us on our journey spanning three distinct distilleries as we offer an in-depth exploration of the unique heritage and production methods of Glenglassaugh, The GlenDronach, and BenRiach.

Sampling a collection from some of our finest expressions, we aim to provide a glimpse into each of these distilleries that maintain their bold approaches in production, steadfast commitment to quality, and bring with it each their own fascinating tale of success, hardship, progression, and evolution.

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Eve Bushman has a Level Two Intermediate Certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET), a “certification in first globally-recognized course” as an American Wine Specialist ® from the North American Sommelier Association (NASA), Level 1 Sake Award from WSET, was the subject of a 60-minute Wine Immersion video, authored “Wine Etiquette for Everyone” and has served as a judge for the Long Beach Grand Cru. You can email Eve@EveWine101.com to ask a question about wine or spirits. You can also seek her marketing advice via Eve@EveBushmanConsulting.com

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Here it Comes! Universal Whisky Experience – The Nth 2018 Ultimate Whisky Experience – April 4th – 7th 2018 At The Encore Wynn Las Vegas

March 2, 2018 by evebushman

Oh boy. This is our all-time favorite whisky experience ever! And it’s back this April 4 – 7 at the Encore in Las Vegas. The classes! The grand tastings! The whisky brand ambassadors and aficionados! The trifecta of whisky events and we plan on covering all of it all again! Can you join us?

The Invitation

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UPDATE: Click image and follow link to get Connoisseur ticket for $345 instead of $545!

The Nth 2018 At The Five Star Encore At Wynn Las Vegas. Offering Fantastic Show Ticket Levels; Guaranteed To Amaze With Once In a Lifetime Experiences.
The Nth 2018 will be a spectacular whisky master event, showcasing the best whiskies and brands in the world. This affair is a singular opportunity for serious whisky aficionados to come together to taste, savour, discuss and learn more about fine rare whiskies in the lavish, opulent atmosphere of the Encore at Wynn Las Vegas. During this 4-day destination event in exciting and entertaining Las Vegas, you’ll indulge in exceptional whisky tasting opportunities, mingle with master distillers and blenders, and take pleasure in epicurean delights. Come experience the most unique event of its kind – Nth 2018.

THE High Roller Class

Exclusive High Roller Master Class – Friday 6th April: High Roller Guests of the Nth 2018 will have Exclusive Access to a Rare one of a kind tasting by Gordon & Macphail showcasing the ‘Private collection’. The Private Collection whiskies are exclusively selected by the Directors and Members of the Urquhart Family. Join both Stephen Rankin and Richard Urquhart, members of the 4th generation to own and manage the business, as they take you through a tasting of some amazing whiskies (old, new and future) and how they are selected to be a Private Collection Single Malt.

Featuring Last drops of – Smiths Glenlivet 1963, Linkwood 1959 and Strathisla 1957.  An Extra Special preview of Longmorn 1961 (being launched in Oct. 2018), and finally Cask Sample Glen Grant 1948.

High Roller Package provides access 4/5 through 4/7 and includes:

  • Exclusive Super Pours at the High Roller Lounge
  • One on One interaction with brand ambassadors
  • Private events with other High Rollers
  • Whisky Speed Dating event
  • Complimentary Master Classes Friday & Saturday
  • Access to the Nth Main Tasting event and access to all super pours
  • Exquisite hor d’oeuvres during the Nth show
  • High Roller Dinner Reception
  • Luxury Amenities
  • Cigar Sample
  • High Roller Gift Bag

Connoisseur Ticket provides access to the 4/6 Tasting Event and includes:

  • Luxury whisky & tasting experiences with two Super Pours of your choice
  • Once in a lifetime memories
  • Super bowl of whisky events in the world
  • Exquisite hor d’oeuvres for our whisky tasting experience
  • Access to the Nth Main Tasting event
  • Glencairn cut crystal glassware to enhance your tasting palate
  • Meet the whisky distillers, master blenders and other whisky experts at the Nth 2018
  • Connoisseur Gift Bag

Companion Ticket provides access to the 4/6 Tasting Event and includes:

  • Entrance to the Nth Show
  • Once in a lifetime memories
  • Sample Premium red and white wines
  • Included hor d’oeuvres
  • Glencairn engraved champagne flute

The Cognac Dinner Event of the Year: Joel Robuchon Cognac Dinner, Wednesday April 4, 2018:

Joel Robuchon restaurant in Las Vegas, located inside the Mansion Hotel at MGM Grand, is a culinary jewel. To dine here is an unforgettable benchmark and once-in-a-lifetime experience. The restaurant’s limited seating creates the intimacy one can expect from Joel Robuchon. This is the first – and only – three-Michelin star Guide Winner in Las Vegas and the only Joel Robuchon fine dining restaurant in the United States.

The restaurant setting is intimate; holding only a dozen tables. The atmosphere is as if you’re entering a luxurious house rather than a restaurant; with hanging chandelier and chairs filled with plush royal purple pillows. The restaurant’s world-famous chef and namesake, Joel Robuchon , is known in his native France as “Chef of the Century”.

Once you arrive to the restaurant, the hostess will greet Guests with a cocktail reception at 7:30pm.

Hennessy has created an unparalleled dinner paired with selections from some of their rarest and richest Hennessy Cognacs.

Master Global Ambassador For Hennessy, will serve as your host for the evening, alongside Mahesh Patel, providing insights into The world of Hennessy cognac, history and the overall industry.

The dinner will be arrayed like art objects on gorgeous French porcelain. Every course will be packed with intense flavor and premium ingredients including truffle, caviar, saffron, and foie gras. Rich but not heavy, Chef Robuchon’s creations will delight with adventurous but not shocking delicacies.

Master Classes Our Master Classes are just one of the many features of Nth 2018 that makes this the ultimate luxury whisky event of the year! A true appreciation for fine whisky is only heightened by skilled tutelage from experts in the field. World-renowned brand ambassadors offer their proficiency, experience and expertise to enrich your love, enjoyment and knowledge of premium whiskies. Discussions and tastings are part of this exclusive experience.

Our popular Master Classes are available a la carte with the purchase of a Connoisseur, Companion or as part of the Nth 2018 High Roller Ticket and promise to sell out quickly. Be sure to secure your Master Class selections early to avoid disappointment.

Find Universal Whisky Experience

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https://universalwhiskyexperience.com/connoisseur-ticket/

https://universalwhiskyexperience.com/companion-ticket/

https://universalwhiskyexperience.com/joel-robuchon-cognac-dinner/

https://universalwhiskyexperience.com/master-classes/

https://universalwhiskyexperience.com/

https://www.facebook.com/universalwhisky/

Eve Bushman has a Level Two Intermediate Certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET), a “certification in first globally-recognized course” as an American Wine Specialist ® from the North American Sommelier Association (NASA), Level 1 Sake Award from WSET, was the subject of a 60-minute Wine Immersion video, authored “Wine Etiquette for Everyone” and has served as a judge for the Long Beach Grand Cru. You can email Eve@EveWine101.com to ask a question about wine or spirits. You can also seek her marketing advice via Eve@EveBushmanConsulting.com

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The All-Events Column

February 9, 2018 by evebushman

I used to do a round up of upcoming events, ones that I’ve been to and some that were new to me, nearly every year. Not sure why I stopped but, honestly, my wine world has grown so much – with more events than even I can ever go to – I think I just got busy! Let’s rectify that today. These are events coming up that you may just want your own “taste” of:

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“The Cellar” is transformed into this romantic setting for Newhall Refinery’s Valentine’s Day Dinner.

Valentine’s Day Dinner at Newhall Refinery 2/14: Once again Chef Dustin Boole is creating a 4 Course dinner, accompanied by a Beer or Wine Flight, Candlelight, Live Music, and Complimentary Valet. $195 Per Couple. Menu and wines can be seen here in the discussion portion of the event page on Facebook. This is their third year I believe and our favorite.

Lodi in Los Angeles in Marina Del Rey 2/21: wineLA has teamed up with LoCA – The Wines of Lodi, California to showcase some of the best wines, wineries, and winegrowers of Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s 2015 Wine Region of the Year. Held at the Marina City Club in Marina del Rey, this event will feature a wide variety of wines to taste, and a large assortment of foods to pair with! See many more events and classes on their website here: http://www.winela.com/

World of Pinot Noir in Santa Barbara March 2-3: The annual World of Pinot Noir event gathers the planet’s foremost Pinot Noir wineries and winemakers, renowned chefs, sommeliers and leading wine scholars in a weekend-long seaside celebration of this delicious and storied wine.

Family Winemakers in Pasadena March 17: The Saturday tasting is a one day event of award-winning small, family-owned wineries that create wines from many of the state’s fabled wine growing regions.  Imagine the opportunity to taste over 500 wines offered by over 125 wineries.  You’ll find upwards of 40 different varietals or blends from 60 of California’s famed appellations.  If you can’t get to the wine country let them come to you! Whether you’re adding to your wine list, retail shelves or your private cellar, this is an opportunity to Taste California!

Vintage Paso March 16-18: Once a year Paso Robles toasts our heritage variety, Zinfandel. The 3-day celebration features events at more than 100 wineries, a Zin seminar, and the Z After Party, pairing Zin with dessert and live jazz. For more events in Paso Robles check out: https://pasowine.com/events/

Santa Ynez Winter Pass ends 3/31/18: With the pass, you’ll receive one tasting flight at each of our 15 Association winery tasting rooms for just $45. Your pass will expire when all 15 tastings have been used, or on March 31, 2018, whichever occurs first. Reservations are not required and passes are valid every day except February 16-19, 2018. (This pass has been extended, as the 101 is now open + more events in Santa Ynez area wineries can be found here)

Universal Whisky Experience April 4-7 at Wynn Las Vegas: The Nth 2018 will be a spectacular whisky master event, showcasing the best whiskies and brands in the world. This affair is a singular opportunity for serious whisky aficionados to come together to taste, savour, discuss and learn more about fine rare whiskies in the lavish, opulent atmosphere of the Encore at Wynn Las Vegas. During this 4-day destination event in exciting and entertaining Las Vegas, you’ll indulge in exceptional whisky tasting opportunities, mingle with master distillers and blenders, and take pleasure in epicurean delights.

The Wine Affair Sip, Stroll and Savor the Sounds April 15 at Westfield Valencia Mall: This event benefits the work from our local Soroptimists of Greater Santa Clarita Valley, aka SIGSCV. Stay tuned to their website for updates.

Hospice Du Rhone in Paso Robles 4/26-28: Three days in the late spring have been reserved for an exclusive weekend surrounding all things Rhône. A palate provoking weekend embracing the enchantment, history and tastes of the twenty-two Rhône varieties. Throughout the weekend, tip your glass with international Rhône wine producers, journey through the largest collection of Rhône variety wines on the planet and savor exceptional Rhône cuisine all while taking in the inspiring and spirited Rhône community.

Wine Under the Stars is slated for 5/17 and brought to you once again by Yours Truly and the Wish Education Foundation: Welcome to “Wine on the Roof,” which will be held atop the new Laemmle Theatre parking garage now under construction at the corner of Lyons Avenue and Main Street in Old Town Newhall.  The city has guaranteed that we will be the first group to host an event in what will be a very popular space…Read on for more of our latest out of the box idea:

Eve has secured Steve Lemley as our co-host for this unique never-before-seen event. Lemley is a well-respected SCV winemaker that co-owns the SCV Custom Crush Services. Lemley will curate our wines from his local facility that houses over twenty different wineries – most if not all will be making their debut that evening – and we will have a winemaker at each table to allow for interesting and knowledgeable discourse. Local restaurants are providing the incredible, multi course meal that will be paired exclusively for you.

Wine in the Pineswine in the pines 2018 banner in Pine Mountain 6/9: The Village of Pine Mountain Club has hosted wine festivals in June of each year beginning in 2003, and this year is no exception. Mark your calendars for the second Saturday of June each year for Wine in the Pines in Pine Mountain Village. From 1pm to 4 pm (with VIP entry starting at noon), you’ll be able to taste exciting wines from throughout California’s top wine-growing regions, with dozens of premier wineries to choose from. If you need a break from fine wines, there will be many craft breweries to choose from. And then there’s the food: some of Kern County’s, Santa Clarita Valley’s, and our own local (Pine Mountain) favorite restaurants will be on hand to serve you everything from classic European finger food and gourmet pizza to good-ole western barbeque. There’s nothing like pine-scented air and the shade of tall pines to complement the taste of good wine and equally good food, unless it’s live music—loud enough to set the mood, but smooth enough not to ruin it. Wine-themed art will also be on display to round out the afternoon.

Wines Around the World wine tasting dinners at Newhall Refinery is ongoing.

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Quick links from the Dear Wine Friend e-newsletter: World of Pinot Noir 3/2-3, Family Winemakers 3/17, Vintage Paso 3/16-18, Santa Ynez Winter Pass ends 3/31/18 (Pass has been extended, 101 now open + more events in Santa Ynez area wineries can be found here), the Universal Whisky Experience 4/4-7, The Wine Affair 4/15, Hospice Du Rhone 4/26-28. Ongoing: Bev Mo on the Old Road Friday 4-7pm tastings, Events locally at Reyes Winery, Wine House events in WLA, LA Wine Tasting, Monopole Wine events in Pasadena and  Eve does Wine Themed Parties.

Eve Bushman has a Level Two Intermediate Certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET), a “certification in first globally-recognized course” as an American Wine Specialist ® from the North American Sommelier Association (NASA), Level 1 Sake Award from WSET, was the subject of a 60-minute Wine Immersion video, authored “Wine Etiquette for Everyone” and has served as a judge for the Long Beach Grand Cru. You can email Eve@EveWine101.com to ask a question about wine or spirits. You can also seek her marketing advice via Eve@EveBushmanConsulting.com

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What You Can Find (Besides Eve) at the Universal Whisky Experience

March 23, 2017 by evebushman

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