Seminar Series Events

A Sideways Look at Pinot with Doug Mason – Tuesday

Join certified wine educator Doug Mason of the Charmer-Sunbelt Group in the DC Metro area, to taste and discuss the explosion of Pinot Noir in the US since the movie “Sideways”.

This event will feature a tasting of six Pinot Noirs from the US as Doug leads a discussion of the good and not so good that came from the movies popularity.

This tasting will include individual plates of cheese and crackers and bottled water provided by Aqua Panna.

Tuesday, February 5th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Exclusive Tasting of Achaval-Ferrer with Eclio Dumon – Wednesday

Join Achaval-Ferrer’s US Manager, Eclio Dumon, for this very special tasting of the acclaimed winery.

Widely considered makers of the best Malbecs in the world, the winery secured +92 ratings on five different wines last year with three topping 96 points.

This tasting will include individual plates of cheese and crackers and bottled water provided by Aqua Panna.

Wednesday, February 6th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Cabernet Building Blocks with Kendall Jackson’s Matt Smith – Wednesday

Matt Smith a winemaker with Kendall Jackson will explain the building block aromas of Cabernet and lead us through an exclusive tasting of famed Kendall Jackson Cabernet Sauvignon.

Matt has been with Kendall Jackson since 2004, and currently oversees the production of all the Kendall Jackson Bordeaux wines (Cabernet, Merlot, Meritage).

This tasting will include individual plates of cheese and crackers and bottled water provided by Aqua Panna.

Wednesday, February 6th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

World Renowned Diversity of the Barossa Valley – Thursday

Peter Lehmann Wines – Master Class with Matt Lane

Take a wine tour of the Barossa Valley with local guide and 2001 South Australian Sommelier of the Year, Matt Lane.

Join us as we venture to Australia and taste a sampling of the award winning wines of Peter Lehmann as Matt discusses the incredible region and what makes it perfect for growing grapes and making wine.

This tasting will include individual plates of cheese and crackers and bottled water provided by Aqua Panna.

Thursday, February 7th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

IWFF Showcase Dinner – Thursday

Featuring Peter Lehmann Wines

Don’t miss this great opportunity to experience the amazing hospitality from the land down under. Join our friends from Peter Lehmann Wines for an unforgettable dining experience.

Chefs Xavier Deshayes and Todd Gray will prepare a perfectly balanced menu to compliment some of the finest wines from Australia.

Thursday, February 7th
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Australia Cabernet vs. the World – Friday

Peter Lehmann Wines – Master Class with Matt Lane

Join Matt and friends to discuss the rich history of Cabernet and how Australia’s terroir affects this noble grape. Attendees will compare Australian Cabs to some from the world’s most famous Cabernet regions.

This tasting will include individual plates of cheese and crackers and bottled water provided by Aqua Panna.

Friday, February 8th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

IWFF Showcase Dinner – featuring Achaval-Ferrer – Friday

This incredible dinner will highlight the famed Mendoza winery and features some of their best wine.

Once again, Chefs Xavier Deshayes, Executive Chef of Washington, DC’s Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Amy Brandwein, Consulting Chef and owner of Chef Amy B., LLC, and Todd Gray Executive Chef and Co-Owner of Equinox Restaurant in Washington, DC, will create a magnificent menu to compliment the flavors and aromas of Argentina.