The Sound of Two Hands Clapping:
Justin Smith of Saxum Vineyards joins John Alban in a discussion of how a wine region emerges
April 5, 2025 • 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Alban Vineyards in Arroyo Grande
(driving instructions will be included in your receipt after purchase)
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This event is full, we encourage you to look at the other events listed on our site under "Private Wine Series": Any day at the Barn is more than great. Hope to see you at a future celebration.
Event Details
9:30 AM
Arrival and check in
Casual coffee reception featuring SLO’s Tiny Café and local baked goods
10:30 AM
Seminar and Tasting featuring:
Saxum Vineyards
2022 James Berry Vineyard White
2021 James Berry Vineyard
2021 Cayucos Ridge (debut!)
2019 Somnus
Alban Vineyards
2023 Estate Viognier
2021 Mason
2020 Pandora
2019 Seymour’s
NOON
Catered lunch by Grapevine catering, with Luke Metzler performing live, and optional: BRING YOUR OWN BOTTLE. Wines will be available for by the glass and bottle purchase, however we invite anyone who wishes to bring their own wines. WARNING, John and Justin will likely want to taste anything special you happen to bring…
1:15 PM
El Diablo Demonstration
2:00 PM
Fond Farewell
Just in time for you to check into your local accommodations and take a well deserved nap!