Elite Wines

06/03/2026

Join us for a curated 4 course tasting menu featuring Father-Son Duo Olivier & Marc Lotterie of importer Vineyard Brands & distributor Elite Wines!

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📆Time & Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Location: The Portofino Restaurant, 526 South 23rd St, Arlington, V📌A 22202
🔖Tickets: $130 per person (tax + gratuity included)
👉 Reserve: call 703 979 8200!
The Portofino Restaurant

06/03/2026

Think rosé is just a basic summer porch-pounder? Think again. Join us on Wednesday, June 24th at 5:30 PM for La Vie en Rosé: A Tour of France’s Finest Pinks, an evening of discovery where we unpack the surprising complexity, rich history, and diverse styles of France’s finest pink wines.

Whether you’re a complete beginner who just knows you like it cold, or a seasoned wine enthusiast looking to talk terroir, this masterclass is designed for all skill levels. Led by Marc Lotterie from Elite Wines, we will taste through six distinct wines presented across three side-by-side flights, featuring two contrasting glasses per flight. Together we’ll dive deep into the unique stories behind three distinct French wine regions: Languedoc, Provence, and Sancerre.

Light charcuterie will be provided to complement the selections as you learn exactly how these wines are crafted, how geography changes what’s in your glass, and how to spot a phenomenal bottle every single time. Spaces for this masterclass are limited to be sure to secure your glass before we sell out!

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📆Time & Date: Wednesday, June 24 at 5:30 PM
📌Location: Matisse Cafe & Restaurant, 4934 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016
🔖Tickets: $45 per person
👉Reserve: https://www.opentable.com/matisse

Matisse Restaurant

Matisse, Casual Elegant Contemporary French cuisine. Read reviews and book now.

06/03/2026

Taste through 6 wines from the Sancerre region including rare, single vineyard bottlings made from sauvignon blanc vines as old as 80+ years!

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📆Date & Time: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM
📌Location: Brut Champagne & Wine Bar, 118 South Royal St, Ste 200, Alexandria, VA 22314
🔖Ticket: $95 per person
👉Reserve at: https://shorturl.at/kaC9D
Famille Alphonse Mellot BRUT Champagne and Wine Bar

05/21/2026

Join us on June 1st at 6:00 PM at Ingrano Restaurant & Events for an unforgettable evening. Clement Berthier, winemaker of Vignobles Berthier, will be visiting us in Annapolis to host a fabulous Loire style feast to pair perfectly with his delicate, fresh wines to ring in the summer season. Five plus wines of all types; white, rose & red.

The Loire valley is where freshness, finesse and vibrancy come to life in the modern French wine scene, where you can get incredible wines for the summer for good value. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated seated wine dinner paired with a multi-course plated menu designed to highlight the character and craftsmanship of each wine. Our culinary team will present each dish with intention, showcasing seasonal ingredients and refined technique, while guiding you through each pairing along the way.

Reserve your place at the table and experience a night where food and wine come together in perfect harmony.

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📆Time & Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
📍Location: InGrano Restaurant & Events, 17 Annapolis ST, Annapolis, MD 21401
🔖Ticket: $135 per guest Price includes wine pairings, dinner, taxes, and gratuity. Limited seating available.
👉 Reserve at: https://shorturl.at/Yyl7T

Vignobles Berthier InGrano Restaurant & Events

InGrano Restaurant and Events, Casual Elegant Global, International cuisine. Read reviews and book now.

05/20/2026

Experience Sicily wines at an exclusive evening with acclaimed winemaker Giulia Monteleone as she guides guests through the elegant and volcanic wines of Monteleone. Hosted at L’Ardente on May 21 at 6 PM, this intimate four-course wine dinner showcases the striking character of Etna—from crisp, mineral-driven Bianco wines to layered, expressive Rosso bottlings including Qubba and Rumex.

Thoughtfully paired cuisine and firsthand stories from the winemaker bring the landscape of ash, altitude, and Mediterranean elegance to life in a truly unforgettable dining experience. Seats are limited.

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📅Time & Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6 PM
📍Location: L’Ardente, 200 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington DC 20001
🔖Ticket: $210 per person
👇Reserve at: https://shorturl.at/3ZKi1
L’Ardente Giulia Monteleone

05/14/2026

On Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 PM, guests are invited to indulge in a refined four-course culinary journey thoughtfully paired with four exceptional Sancerre wines, each showcasing the precision, freshness, and terroir-driven character that have made the Mellot family one of the most celebrated names in Sancerre.

This intimate dining experience offers a rare opportunity to explore the artistry of Alphonse Mellot through expertly crafted food pairings in an unforgettable setting. Four-course dinner & four wines | $165 all included.

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📅Time & Date: Thursday, June 11 2026 at 6:30 PM
📌Location: Belga Cafe, 514 8th St Se, Washington DC 20003
🔖Tickets: $165 per person
👉Reserve: https://shorturl.at/Tmf4p

Belga Café Famille Alphonse Mellot

05/13/2026

Experience an intimate evening celebrating the wines of Domaine Berthier at Café du Soleil. Hosted by owner and winemaker Clément Berthier, this exclusive multi-course dinner features thoughtfully curated Loire Valley wine pairings alongside a French-inspired seasonal menu crafted by Chef Sammy. Guests will enjoy an elegant culinary journey highlighting regional flavors, refined pairings, and the artistry behind Domaine Berthier wines in an intimate bistro setting.

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📆 Time & Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 6 PM – 9 PM
📌 Location: Cafe du Soleil, 215 S. Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-3358
🔖 Tickets: $85 per person
👉 Reserve at: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ZGN670DY8C3QD/checkout/CNOYTKAV47GHZ64D4SYKCSLX
Vignobles Berthier Cafe Du Soleil

05/13/2026

Few names in Spanish wine carry the weight of C.V.N.E. Since 1879, their cellars in Rioja have set the standard for what Spanish wine can be - from the crisp mineral precision of Monopole Blanco to the aged elegance of Imperial Gran Reserva.

On Tuesday, May 19th from 6-9 pm, Casa Teresa hosts an intimate four-course wine dinner tracing the full range of the C.V.N.E. estate. Five wines. Four courses. And Gloria Zapatero Sanchez, Regional Director of C.V.N.E., guiding you though every pour.

It's a rare moment that brings the best of Spain's history of wine and food together here in Washington, DC. Cune x Casa Teresa.

Join us for a feast and discussion of great wines from the extensive portfolio of Cune Wines; Imperial, Monopole, etc. This dinner will not disappoint.

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📅Time & Date: 6-9 pm, Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
📌Location: Casa Teresa, 919 19th St NW, Washington, DC
🔖Ticket: $165 per person
👉Reserve at: https://resy.com/cities/washington-dc/venues/casa-teresa/events/cune-wine-dinner-2026-05-19?seats=1&date=2026-05-13

CVNE Vino Casa Teresa Gloria ZS

05/11/2026

Experience the soul of Sicily through an unforgettable evening with Giulia Monteleone, owner and winemaker of Monteleone, on Tuesday, May 19 at 7 PM.

🗻Set against the backdrop of Mount Etna’s volcanic terroir, this intimate wine dinner will showcase a beautifully curated multi-course menu paired with Monteleone’s elegant Etna wines. From vibrant Etna Bianco alongside grilled octopus and Busiate al Pesto Trapanese, to the depth and savory complexity of Etna Rosso paired with swordfish caponata and braised lamb breast, each course is designed to highlight the harmony between Sicilian cuisine and the distinctive character of Etna wines.

This is a rare opportunity to explore one of Italy’s most exciting wine regions through the perspective of the winemaker herself. Don't miss it!

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📆 Date & Time: Tuesday, May 19 at 7 PM
📌 Location: Bottle Stop Wine & Restaurant, 311 Mill Street, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125
🔖 Tickets: $150 per person
Reserve at: 👇👇👇 https://www.exploretock.com/bottlestop/experience/608078/monteleone-wine-dinner?date=2026-05-19&size=2&time=12%3A00
Giulia Monteleone Bottle Stop Wine Bar

04/16/2026

Experience an unforgettable evening of Spanish elegance at an exclusive Wine Dinner featuring Bodegas Granbazán, alongside winemaker Diego Rios. Hosted at Del Mar by renowned Chef Fabio Trabocchi, this curated experience brings together vibrant Albariño wines from Rías Baixas with a thoughtfully crafted menu designed to elevate every pour.

📆 Date & Time: Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Del Mar Restaurant, 791 Wharf St SW, Washington DC 20024
🔖Tickets: $195 per person
👉Reserved at: https://www.delmardc.com/

Bodega Granbazán Del Mar de Fabio Trabocchi