November 14: Planning a Simple Holiday Party

The holidays are a great season for gathering and you don’t have to stress out about it. Learn tips and tricks for easy entertaining, see how a simple tablescape creates an inviting feel, and hear how music and a simple menu can provide a personal, pulled-together dinner. This class is about having fun, trusting your instincts, and hosting in a way that feels relaxed, creative, and joyful.

Led By: Amie Nemec, Sommelier

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm  $25pp includes a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply)

December 12: Syrah Wine Perspective

Washington wines present a great value and you can taste an example next to the same grape from other regions. 

Discover the history of Washington wine while tasting a Syrah from the region alongside the same wine from Texas and Europe. This comparative tasting will give you a perspective on the terroir that makes each wine region unique.

Led By: Amie Nemec, Covington’s Sommelier

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $35 includes a tasting of 4 Syrah wines (wine club discounts apply) 

December 19: Air Fryer Magic

Did you know you can cook everything from a turkey breast to chocolate chip cookies in an air fryer and never turn on the oven and heat up your kitchen? Watch demonstrations with different styles of air fryers and discuss the pros and cons of each. Sample dishes such as roasted pork loin, brussel sprouts, and cake. 

Led By: Amie Nemec, Covington’s Sommelier

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $45 includes cooking demonstration, recipes, samples of 3 dishes, and a glass of wine (wine club discounts apply) 

November 21: What Happens When Wine Ages

Learn what happens when wine ages, how to properly store wine for aging, and how to know if you should age a wine. Includes aged wines alongside their younger counterparts.

Led By: Amie Nemec, Covington’s Sommelier

Location: VIP Room

11am-12pm $35pp includes a tasting of three library wines alongside their current vintages (wine club discounts apply)