Discover the art of vertical wine tasting with James River Cellars’ Merlot! This educational tasting explores multiple vintages of the same wine, highlighting how weather, growing conditions, harvest timing, and winemaking techniques influence the character of each vintage. Learn more about Merlot, a classic red wine grape known for its smooth texture and approachable fruit flavors, while comparing the aromas, flavors, structure, and unique characteristics of different vintages. Discover how the same grape can express itself differently from year to year and gain a better understanding of how vintage variation shapes the wine in your glass. Whether you’re a longtime wine enthusiast or simply curious to learn more about Virginia wines, this guided tasting offers an opportunity to expand your wine knowledge while enjoying a selection of James River Cellars’ Merlot. Tickets are $29 per person and include four 2 oz pours of Merlot and an educational wine tasting experience at James River Cellars Winery in Glen Allen, Virginia.
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Nov 21, 2026 12:30 PM–4:00 PM
