WIRTZ BEVERAGE WISCONSIN ANNOUNCES INTERACTIVE WINE AND SPIRITS SEMINARS AT 2015 KOHLER FOOD AND WINE EXPERIENCE
Aug. 31, 2015
More than 100 wine and spirits seminars will feature interactive sessions with Sommeliers, Mixologists and Cicerones
Wirtz Beverage Wisconsin announced today the wine and spirits lineup for the
15th annual Kohler Food and Wine Experience Oct. 22-25, 2015, hosted at
Destination Kohler in Kohler, Wis. Complementing the festival’s culinary seminars, more than 100 wine and spirits seminars will be hosted during the four-day extravaganza of food, wine and fun.
As the exclusive sponsor of Kohler Food & Wine Experience, Wirtz Beverage Wisconsin and its supplier partners are bringing a unique wine and spirit experience to attendees through expert tastings and demonstrations.
"Kohler Food and Wine Experience is a World-Class Event for enthusiasts to engage world-renowned winemakers, beverage and culinary experts, and the Top Chefs from around the area," said Wirtz Beverage Wisconsin Vice President Nate Phippen. "We’re proud to sponsor such an incredible event that brings together food and wine lovers and allows them to grow their wine and spirits knowledge in a fun and interactive way."
Wine seminar topics include:
Evolution of Napa Valley by Grgich Hills Coproprietor Violet Grgich
Washington State’s Vineyard of the Year with Milbrandt Vineyard owner Butch Milbrandt
Noble Cool Climate Grapes in the Willamette Valley with Second-Generation Vintner of Ponzi Vineyards Anna Maria Ponzi
Tasting Weather’s Influence on Oregon Pinot Noir with WillaKenzie Estate owner Bernard Lacroute
The Flavor of Tuscany with Emanuele Graetz of Bibi Graetz
Impact of Oak in Cabernet with Rodney Strong Vineyards winemaker Greg Morthole
Spirits Seminar topics include:
Cocktail Wizardy 101 with Death’s Door Spirits, Don Q Rum, Caliche Rum and Mixologist Joey Houghtaling
Highland Park Whisky and Ballast Point Beer Pair with Brand Ambassador Jason Moore
Tasting and Cocktail-Making Experience with Jillian Farrell of The Macallan and Brugal Rum
Raise the Macallan with Moore
Sake 101 with Wirtz Beverage Director of Japanese Spirits Eric Swanson
Inside Look at Puerto Rican Rum with Don Q Rum and Caliche Rum, led by Houghtaling
Demonstrations, tastings, seminars and special event prices range from free to $189 per person. Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy complimentary demonstrations and tastings at various locations throughout the resort such as The Shops at Woodlake, Kohler Design Center and Woodlake Market.