Greece and East


Wine has been made for at least 6000 years.  The earliest evidence of wine making has been found in what is today the Republic of Georgia.  In this class, we will explore wines from the areas near where wine was first made.  Most of the wines in this class are made from indigenous varieties that truly shine in their native regions.  Wines from this region are not well know, but they are terrific and offer great value.  Who doesn't love affordable delicious wine?



Ukraine

Angel Bomon Shampe

sparkling brut NV


food pairing: gougères 



Greece

Hermes

Assyrtiko 2021 


food pairing: watermelon, Feta, and mint salad

You'll feel like you've been transported to Santorini (without losing your luggage).



Bulgaria

Bulgariana 

Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon  


food pairing:  stuffed grape leaves



Greece

Kotrotsos

Agiorgitiko


food pairing: keftedes



Georgia 

Teliani Valley 2020

Kindzmarauli 

Saperavi


food pairing: cheese and fruit plate



Hungary

Royal 2018

Tokaji Late Harvest


food pairing: carrot cake with cream cheese frosting





Disclaimer:  Food pairings are subject to change based on availability of ingredients.