Tastings

Tastings and Events



Join us every weekend for complimentary tastings. We offer wine, beer, cheese, and much more. All wine and beer is discounted during the tasting!

A California A.P. Vin Wine Dinner at Eventide Restaurant
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 at 6:30pm



A California A.P. Vin Wine Dinner at Eventide Restaurant
with A. P. Vin Owner and Winemaker,
Andrew P. Vingiello

Reception (6:30 p.m.)
Cocktails and Canapés

Course 1

House Cured Citrus Salmon
Salt Baked Beets, Coriander- Avocado Crème
Loring Wine Company 2010 Chardonnay - Sierra Mar Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands

Course 2
Fricassee of Wild Burgundy Escargot
Potato Gnocchi, Honey Cap Mushrooms, Parsley Puree
A.P. Vin 2010 Pinot Noir - Clos Pepe Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills

Course 3
Wild Virginia Rockfish
Piperade, Cannelini Bean 'stew', Ttorro Sauce
A.P. Vin 2010 Pinot Noir - Keefer Ranch, Russian River Valley

Course 4
Roast of Duck Breast
Choucroute of Brussels Sprouts, Duck - Poivrade Sauce
A.P. Vin 2010 Pinot Noir - Kanzler Vineyard, Sonoma Coast

Course 5
Thomasville Tomme Cheese
Roasted Shallot & Parsley Salad, Burgundy Syrup
&
Chocolate and Coffee Souffle
Vanilla Anglaise
A.P. Vin 2010 Pinot Noir - Rosella's Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands

Cost is $100 per guest (all inclusive). Please reserve by calling Eventide at (703) 276-3165.

More About Eventide Restaurant and chef Adam Barnett: Conveniently located near Clarendon Metro, the historic and beautiful setting for Eventide Restaurant is a wonderful showplace for the talents of Executive Chef Adam Barnett. Ohio native Adam Barnett has worked at both West End Bistro (with famed Chef Eric Ripert) and at the renowned Inn at Little Washington. His time at the Inn gave Adam an introduction to the tremendous amount of local products that are available in the Washington area, and he works diligently to develop relationships with area farmers to produce menus that truly reflect our local seasons. Adam's food is creative, fresh and ever changing. His inspiration comes from many sources, classic to contemporary, and his carefully constructed plates reflect an artistry and a passion that radiates throughout the restaurant. For more information, see the Eventide Restaurant website.



Eventide Restaurant is located at 3165 Wilson Blvd., Arlington VA 22201.

More About A.P. Vin and owner/winemaker Andrew P. Vingiello: A.P. Vin was established in 2003 to fulfill the dream of its owner, Andrew P. Vingiello. After taking his first sip of artisanal California pinot noir he set out to learn as much as he could about this unique style of bold/complex wine. In 2003 Andrew worked his first wine harvest and found that his passion for handcrafted wine extended beyond just consuming it. He also enjoyed the challenge of making it. Andrew created the very first vintage of A.P. Vin in 2003, a single vineyard pinot noir from Garys' Vineyard. While only 150 cases were produced, it was enough to win the acclaim of well-known publications. His wines continue to be among the top-rated, most-awarded, boutique wines in California. The name A.P. Vin originates from Andrew's name and the logo represents his signature on each bottle produced. For more on A.P. Vin, their wines, and their people, please see the A.P. Vin website.




February 2012 Tastings


Friday Craft Beer Tasting - February 17, 5-7:30pm



New Belgium Biere de Mars (Farmhouse Ale), Fort Collins, CO: 6.2% ABV, 22 IBU


Southern Tier Gemini (Imperial/Double IPA), Lakewood, NY: 10.5% ABV


Boulder Brewing Mojo Risin (Imperial/Double IPA), Boulder, CO: 10% ABV, 100 IBU

Sierra Nevada Bigfoot Ale 2012 (Barleywine), Chico, CA: 9.6% ABV, 90 IBU

New Belgium Cocoa Mole Ale, Fort Collins, CO: 9% ABV



For more info about the beer, go to http://www.arrowine.com/be​er.aspx. Thanks!


Friday Wine Down  - February 17, 5:30- 7:30pm

Come and join us for a special Winemaker WineDown.  Stelios Boutari, owner of Greece's award-winning Kir-Yianni winery, will be here pouring a collection of wines for every budget and every palate (he'll have white, rosé, and red wines from classic varieties).  You'll also get to meet Yannis Tsapos, owner of Dionysos Imports, who selected the wines in Greece.  All the wines you taste will be discounted during the tasting, so it's a perfect chance to try new wines and stock up on your favorites.  Meet your friends at Arrowine and wind down at our WineDown.

Saturday Wine Tasting - February 18, 1-4pm

Alberto Panella, founder of Grappoli Imports, will have his usual outstanding selection of Italian wines.  The selections will highlight the famous diversity of wines available from Italy and will include: Colutta's Pinot Grigio from Friuli, Garofoli's Verdicchio from Marche, Antonelli's Rosso (blend) and new 100% Sagrantino red from Umbria, Mastrojanni's Rosso di Montalcino from Tuscany, and the famous Nicolis Amorone della Valpolicella from Veneto.  This is a tasting you won't want to miss.  And the special discounted prices during the tasting mean it's also a buying opportunity you don't want to miss.