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Sneak Preview -2026 Events

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Check out our events planned for 2026! Keep checking this page for details and sign up for your tickets as soon as the event's notice is linked from here...

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Tuesday, January 20 -- 2015 Bordeaux

​Journey back to a benchmark year in Bordeaux with your tasting of the 2015 vintage. You will explore a curated selection from the Left Bank, including wines from St. Julian, Pessac-Leognan, and Margaux. The Wine Advocate presently classifies the 2015 left bank wines as "Outstanding. Early maturing and Accessible." Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to the world of Bordeaux, this tasting offers a unique opportunity to savour an outstanding and approachable vintage by tasting eight wines in their prime.

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Wednesday, February 18 -- Rioja versus Ribera del Duero

Join fellow wine enthusiasts on a captivating journey through two of Spain's celebrated wine regions, Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Your event puts two of Spain's powerhouse red wine regions head-to-head, showcasing how Tempranillo can express itself so differently based on its terroir and wine-making process. Will you prefer power/concentration or finesse? Fruit-forward over oak-aged style? This is a must-attend for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of Spanish wine and find a new favourite or two.

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Tuesday, March 17 -- World Cabernet Franc

​Explore the versatile and often-overlooked Cabernet Franc grape in a global context. Discover why this noble grape is more than just a blending partner in Bordeaux. Your tasting will explore its classic, herbaceous, and vibrant expression from the Loire Valley in France and contrast them with the riper, more fruit-forward styles from regions like California, Chile, and Italy. Taste the differences in aroma and structure that make Cabernet Franc a darling of winemakers and many a wine lover's obsession.​

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Tuesday, April 21 -- Chianti Classico

Take a trip to the heart of Tuscany with a tasting dedicated to the quintessential Italian red: Chianti Classico. Savor the soul of Italy in a glass as we explore the different expressions of the Sangiovese grape from this historic region. Perhaps you wiill learn about the history of the Gallo Nero (Black Rooster) consortium and the differences between the various producers. From the bright and tart to the earthy and complex, come discover why Chianti Classico is an Italian classic.

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Wednesday May 20 -- Aromatic White Wines

​Prepare your senses for an aromatic experience. This tasting event is a fragrant exploration of some of the world's most expressive and perfumed white wines. You will experience a flight of whites known for their captivating aromas and vibrant flavors. From the floral notes of Viognier to the spicy complexity of Gewürztraminer and the grassy notes of Sauvignon Blanc, you'll learn what gives these wines their distinctive character and, just maybe, how to spot them by their scent alone.

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Tuesday June 16 -- Bin End Dinner

​The Toronto Vintners Club is not just about wine tastings. Every now and then we pull some bottles from the cellar, collaborate with a local chef, and tailor a dinner menu to pair with the wines. These dinners are about sitting with the friends we've all made at the Club, both old and new, and comparing notes about the bouquet and palate from the selection of wine chosen for your table. And how the food-pairing helps accentuate the wine's best features.

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Tuesday September 15 -- 2017 Burgundy

​Your Burgundy 2017 tasting will explore a classic and balanced vintage. Vignerons cheered this vintage after suffering through a series of challenging years (2012, 2013, 2014, & 2016)., The 2017 vintage brought welcome relief with generous yields and wines of elegance and purity. Your tasting will contrast wines from the Côte de Beaune with the Côte de Nuits. Expect wines that express their terroir and have entered into their drinking window. Wines that define great Burgundy.

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Tuesday October 20 -- Piedmonte Nebbiolo

Let's do something a little different and delve into the world of Nebbiolo, the noble grape of Italy's Piedmont region. Often called the "king" of Italian grapes, Nebbiolo is responsible for the legendary wines of Barolo and Barbaresco. But there are other areas in the Langhe and Northern Italy that showcase this noble grape. This tasting will showcase a range of expressions, from the structured and age-worthy wine of Barolo and Barbaresco to the power of the Lombardy's Sforzato di Valtellina region. 

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Tuesday, November 17 -- Another Bin End Dinner!

These dinners are always a club favorite, so we have put 2 in this years calendar. Expect the November event to have a holiday themed menu. It's a great way to close out our year and kick off the festive season!

How Our Tastings Work

Based in Downtown Toronto, we meet on the third Tuesday of the month, nine times a year, to taste and discuss different wines.

 

Each event typically costs between $110-$150 per member. Non-members/guests can attend, space permitting, at a premium (up to 40%). Price includes wine and light appetizers.

 

On the night an expert guides us through the wines enabling members to learn, taste and debate our favourites of the night. We provide a tasting sheet that lets you capture notes on each wine:

 

  • Colour & Clarity: colour as a result of grape varietal, age, and climate

  • Bouquet: aromas from the grapes, wine making process and ageing

  • Palate: taste, texture, finish

  • Plus: your overall impression of the wine

 

We then rank each of the wines according to these preferences and share with the group. The Guest Speaker contributes their scores for a fun comparison with the Group's scores.

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Find out more here (FAQs) >>

Visit the blog for reviews of our recent tasting evenings here >>

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2009
  • January 20th  1999 Red Burgundy

  • February 17th  2000 Chateauneuf du Pape

  • March 17th  Wines of Le Clos Jordanne

  • April 22nd  Spain's New World Wines

  • May 26th  1999 Brunello

  • June 16th  Zind Humbrecht (Alsatian whites) - Pinot Gris

  • September 22nd  2004 Bordeaux - Pomerol & St. Emilion

  • October 20th  Vintage Ports

  • November 17th  Champagne Evening

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2008
  • January 8th  New Zealand Pinot Noir

  • February 12th  2002 Premier Cru White Burgundy

  • March 11th  Amo Amarone (I Love Amarone)

  • April 8th  2001 Northern Rhône Reds

  • April 23th  Spring Dinner at Amuse-Bouche Restaurant

  • May 13th  Schloss Schonborn Rieslings

  • June 10th  Cabernet Sauvignon of Australia - A Regional Perspective

  • September 17th  1995 Bordeaux

  • October 22nd  Amazing Argentina - Wines from Mendoza

  • November 26th  2008 - 1997 Barolos

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2007
  • January 9th  2000 Premier Cru Red Burgundies

  • February 6th  Red Wines of Southern France

  • March 13th  A Roster of Rieslings

  • April 10th  2001 California Cabernet Sauvignon

  • May 8th  Australian Shiraz

  • June 12th  Château Léoville-Barton

  • September 11th  2000 Super Tuscans

  • October 16th  Merlots Revisited

  • November 13th  Sparkling Wines

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2006
  • January - Cool Climate Pinots

  • February - Vintage Champagnes

  • April - 1997 Barbaresco

  • May - 2002 Chardonnays

  • June - 1996 Bordeaux

  • September - Chateauneuf du Pape

  • October - Tour d'Italia

  • November - Dinner at Chiado Restaurant

 

2005
  • January- West Coast Pinot Noir

  • February- Chateau de Beaucastel

  • April - Premier Canadian Reds

  • May - Riesling Kabinett

  • June - 1990 Bordeaux

  • September - 2001 Zinfandel

  • October - Iberian Wines

  • November - Antinori Chianti

 

2004
  • January - 1996 Burgundies

  • February - Dessert Wines

  • April - 1998 Chateauneuf du Pape

  • May - Bin End Dinner

  • June - 1996 Bordeaux

  • September - Gerwutztraminer

  • October - South American Reds

  • November - Shiraz Blends

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