Fifty years ago, at a blind tasting held to commemorate the United States Bicentennial, a group of California wines shocked a panel of snobbish French oenophiles by besting French white Burgundies and red Bordeaux. That tasting, now known as the “Judgment of Paris” and immortalized in the movie Bottle Shock, is widely regarded as having put Napa Valley “on the…
Join House of Wine and Pepper Bridge Winery for a special evening celebrating the legacy of Norm McKibben ahead of his 90th birthday. A pioneering figure in Washington wine, Norm McKibben helped shape the future of the Walla Walla Valley through a commitment to vineyard excellence, long-term vision, and community. As co-founder of Pepper Bridge Winery and one of the early champions of the…
Ever wondered what is in our Founder's cellar? Answer: too much wine! Enjoy cooler temps and one of our favorite seasons while you tastes some gems from Kat's personal collection in this unique and fun social tasting. We'll enjoy five (or more) wines from across the world, socialize, and unwind together. What better way to savor the season? Flight Club…
Wings and wine? Absolute perfection. Football season is officially here, and we’re swapping the traditional brew for something a bit more dynamic! Join Jose as he pairs high-flavor wings with wines that make the pairings pop. We’re kicking off football season by pairing local wings with a hand-selected flight of wines designed to tame the heat, lift the flavors, and…
Explore one of Walla Walla's best kept under the radar wineries- Caprio Cellars. We love the high quality and high value wines they produce and can't wait to share them with you. Caprio Cellars will be hosting a pick-up party and tasting for their club members and Flight Club members are invited! While tickets are free for Caprio and House…
Join us in welcoming Edward Holmes with J. Bookwalter Winery for an exploration of the stories and wines of behind one of Washington's most classic producers on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. We'll taste five wines paired with cheese and charcuterie while learning about this historic winery. WHAT IS J. BOOKWALTER WINERY? Established in 1983, this family-owned and operated winery produces…
Behold, the power of cheese! There’s an old adage that states, “Buy wine over apples and sell it over cheese” which highlights how well wine and cheese pair together. In this class our founder Kat will guide you through a tasting of five distinct styles of wine (white, rose, orange, red, and fortified) each paired with distinct cheeses. You'll explore…
It is not a coincidence that some of the world’s most beloved wine regions are located along rivers. More than just beautiful scenery, river corridors are renown for contributing to the ideal set of conditions necessary to grow great wine grapes. Many of the world’s best wine regions would not even exist without the influence of rivers. Wine guide Michael…
Why should beer have all the glory this month? Let’s celebrate Oktoberfest our way with a tasting of five wines from around the Germanic world with Wine Guide Michael. These regions often feature climatic and geological challenges that have encouraged grapevines and winemakers to adapt in fascinating ways. We’ll cover wine styles, unique varietals such as Riesling, Grüner Veltliner and…
Are you a wine newbie or simply interested in learning more about your favorite beverage? Wine 101 is the perfect class for wine professionals and enthusiasts alike.
