LEGEND

Vino Volta Takeover @ Bad Idea (Nashville, TN)
2024-06-23 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Bad Idea, 1021 Russell St, Nashville, TN, 37206, United States
Join Jane, Jane and Vino Volta’s Garth Cliff at one of our favorite Nashville spots: East Nashville’s Bad Idea. Garth’s wines will be on pour, with special BTGs available to pair with Bad Idea’s superb Laos cuisine. Come say hey!

Meet the Winemaker Tasting & Dinner with Garth Cliff of Vino Volta @ Wine Sage (Hendersonville, NC)
2024-06-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Wine Sage, 416 N. Main St, Hendersonville, NC, 28792, United States
We are thrilled to join Hendersonville’s Wine Sage for a tasting dinner with Garth Cliff of Vino Volta. Erin and David of Friends & Neighbors have created an epic small plates dinner to enjoy with these unique and memorable wines.
We will be tasting five wines from Vino Volta, with a focus on their Chenin Blanc and Grenache, with a menu including shrimp toast, burrata with grilled spring onion, grilled steak skewers, Aussie-style hand-pies, and lamington!

Australian Wine Tasting with Jane @ Turquoise Wine Bar (Phoenix, AZ)
2024-06-18 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | Turquoise Wine Bar, 9299 W Olive Ave Ste 101, Peoria, AZ, 85345, United States
Jane will be in the house at the Peoria location of Turquoise wine bar, pouring an exceptional line-up and talking about her book How to Drink Australian. (Copies won’t be available on the day, purchase ahead of time!)
We’ll be tasting Seppeltsfield Riesling 2022, Vino Volta ‘Nothing Wrong with Old Skool’ Chenin Blanc 2021, Ngeringa Syrah 2021, and Mérite Red Blend 2016.

Western Australian Wine Tasting with Garth Cliff @ Mariposa (Charlotte, NC)
2024-06-18 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Mariposa, 500 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Join us at Charlotte’s Mariposa for an Australian wine and food tasting event on their patio on Tuesday, June 18th! We will be exploring five wines from Vino Volta accompanied with eclectic, Australian small bites paired with each wine. Located in the Swan District of Western Australia, Vino Volta highlights two star varietals, Chenin Blanc and Grenache, with the focus on making fun, affordable, and expressive wines.
Mariposa will start by serving its signature cocktail at 5:30pm, followed by the wine and food tasting running from 6-7 pm. Winemaker and owner, Garth Cliff, will lead the wine tasting to detail Vino Volta’s process and ethos. Guests are welcome to stay on the patio afterwards for dinner and drinks from Mariposa, as well as exclusive wine specials.

Garth Cliff @ Sauvage (Phoenix, AZ)
2024-06-16 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | Sauvage, 149 West McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85003, United States
Join Jane and Garth at Phoenix wine bar Sauvage for a flight of Garth’s exciting and profound Western Australian wines. We’ll be drinking Chenin, Grenache, Method Ancestrale sparkling, and skin-contact made from Gewürztraminer and Muscat. Free for wine club members, $16 for the rest of us. What better way to spend Father’s Day!?

Aussie Wine Tasting @ Finch Fine Wines (Birmingham, AL)
2024-06-11 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Finch Fine Wines, 2737 US-280 Suite 144, Mountain Brook, AL, 35223, United States
Come hang out with Jane for a tasting at Finch Fine Wines in Birmingham, Alabama. We’ll be focusing on two producers, tasting Seppeltsfield’s Riesling, Shiraz, Cabernet, and Tawny 10 yr; and from the Chalmers family’s Mother Block, their White Blend, Red Blend, and Skin Contact. No need to book, just walk in. Hope to see you there!

First Friday Flicks @ Hearts (Nashville, TN)
2024-06-07 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Hearts, 914 Gallatin Ave, Nashville, TN, 37206, United States
This summer, Legend will be partnering with Aussie cafe Hearts for an outdoor movie series. Every first Friday of the month we will be enjoying the sunset while watching some Aussie films and, of course, sipping some Aussie wine. Come enjoy the brand new outdoor patio at Hearts! Rotating food vendors, special beverages, and a guest DJ to kickstart the evening. Every month until October!

Australian Wine Tasting @ Dahlia's Restaurant & Porch (Atlanta, GA)
2024-06-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Dahlia’s Restaurant & Porch, 5993 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Peachtree Corners, GA, 30092, United States
Join Jane at Peachtree Corners’ Dahlia’s for a tasting of (as always) some great Australian wine. Stay afterwards for dinner to try the wines paired with Dahlia’s delicious food. We’ll be trying Chalmers Montevecchio Bianco, Mt Yengo Pinot Gris, and Sunspell Cabernet Sauvignon. To RSVP for the tasting, email brandy.jackson@hilton.com.

How to Drink Australian - Book Signing & Wine Education @ Bliss Books & Wine (Kansas City, MO)
2024-05-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Bliss Books & Wine, 3502 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
Join us for a special book signing and wine education event. Jane will be at Kansas City’s Bliss Books & Wine to discuss How to Drink Australian as we sample a curated selection of Australian wines from the Legend portfolio.

How to Drink Australian with Jonathan Ross @ Bibliotheque (NYC)
2024-05-11 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Bibliotheque, 54 Mercer St, New York, NY, 10013, United States
We are honored to be Bibliotheque’s first wine event! Here’s what they have to say:
“For Bibliotheque’s first wine event, we are extremely lucky to have author, importer, winemaker, and master sommelier Jonathan Ross lead us through a tasting and discussion of one of the most neglected yet diverse wine countries in the world. Along with his partner, Jane Lopes, Jonathan has recently published “How To Drink Australian”, a lively, in-depth, and sometimes surprising exploration of the why, the how, and the where of the most exciting wine-producing country in the world today. You will have the opportunity to taste through six Australian wines, and our full food menu will be available for ordering. Additionally, we will have signed copies of “How To Drink Australian” available for purchase at a discounted rate.”

Taco's, Cornhole & Aussie Wine @ Ashe's Beer Garden (Knoxville, TN)
2024-05-01 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Ashe’s Beer Garden, 4524 Old Kingston Pike, Knoxville, 37919, United States
Get ready to taste legendary wines, compete in corn hole championships, and eat tacos with Jane at Ashe’s Beer Garden. Ashe’s is a Knoxville institution that has recently added a beer garden to its offerings. Enjoy a night of fun at this free event!

Australian Wine Tasting @ Stage Left (New Brunswick, NJ)
2024-04-24 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Stage Left, 5 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
Jon is heading back to his roots, with an event at the restaurant he got his start at in New Jersey: Stage Left. Stage Left and Catherine Lombardi have been staples in New Brunswick for decades, with a commitment to quality ingredients, warm hospitality, and excellent beverage programs.
We will gather at 6:30pm with some welcome hors d’ouevres. At 7pm, we will sit down to a guided tasting and panel discussion with Jon and Stage Left’s owners Mark and Francis. We will look at 8 wines in the tasting, including shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir and riesling, but also more unusual varieties and surprises…all from producers new to New Jersey. You won’t be disappointed!

"How to Drink Australian" Wine Tasting @ The Book Cellar (Chicago, IL)
2024-03-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | The Book Cellar, 4736 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, 60625, United States
Jane will be in the house at Lincoln Square’s The Book Cellar for a wine tasting and book event. Opened in 2004, The Book Cellar is independent and woman-owned bookstore and cafe. Known for its excellent taste in books and wine, they also host frequent author events and book clubs, located in the heart of the culturally diverse neighborhood once known as the city’s Germantown.

How to Drink Australian with Jane Lopes @ Picnic Wine & Provisions (Chicago, IL)
2024-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Picnic Wine & Provisions, 7301 Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, 60626, United States
Indulge in the best of Australian wines with Jane Lopes at Picnic! Discover the secrets of Australian wine and why it should be your top choice. Join us for an exclusive wine tasting and book signing event featuring Jane’s acclaimed book, “How to Drink Australian.”
Secure your spot now and pre-order your copy of “How to Drink Australian” to ensure you don’t miss out!
💲 Event Price: $35 (includes wine tasting, Q&A, and cheese & charcuterie)
📚 Book Price: $60 (15% off if purchased by March 4th, 5% off March 5th-12th
Event Itinerary
6:00 pm – Arrival and first wine tasting
6:15 pm – Settle in for an engaging Q&A session
6:35 pm – Savor the second wine while diving into the Q&A
7:00 pm – Q&A wrap up
7:00 pm – Enjoy book signing and taste the remaining four wines
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to elevate your wine knowledge and snag a signed copy of Jane Lopes’ beautiful must-read book! Reserve your tickets and pre-order your book today. Cheers to an unforgettable evening of wine and words!
We’ll have bottles available for purchase as well as one or two by the glass.

University of Chicago Alumni Club Event @ Farm Bar (Chicago, IL)
2024-03-18 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Farm Bar, 1970 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, 60613, United States
All are welcome at this University of Chicago Alumni Club Event at Farm Bar in Chicago!
Join Jane Lopes, AB’07, and the Alumni Club of Chicago at Farm Bar, owned by TJ Callahan, MBA’03, for an evening of Australian wines. Jane will lead the group in a wine tasting and discussion of her newest book, How to Drink Australian: An Essential Modern Wine Book. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A led by Annie Wang, AB’10, and Richard Tsay, Lab’06, JD’19. Books won’t be sold at the event, so get yours in advance!

Legend Australia Showcase/BTG Takeover @ Classic Wine Company (Birmingham, AL)
2024-03-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Classic Wine Company, 1831 28th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
Hop over on March 13th at 6pm for the Legend Australia Showcase/BTG Takeover at Birmingham’s Classic Wines! We are so excited to be back in the house with them to showcase all the exciting things Australia is doing. You may think you know Australian wines, but these are new! Join us next Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. Food is provided with the $30 ticket from our friends at Homewood Gourmet!

"How to Drink Australian" Masterclass @ Shaw + Smith (Adelaide Hills, AUS)
2024-02-22 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Shaw + Smith, 136 Jones Rd, Balhannah, SA, Australia
Join Jane and Jon at venerable Adelaide Hills winery Shaw + Smith to celebrate the release of ‘How To Drink Australian’ and discuss their learnings on Australian wine, accompanied by a wine flight featuring Tyrrell’s, Cullen, Tolpuddle Vineyard and Shaw + Smith and local cheeses.

Australia Tasting & Book Signing @ Lincoln Fine Wine (Los Angeles, CA)
2024-02-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lincoln Fine Wine, 727 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA, 90291, United States
Jane & Jon will be in the house to pour some of the exceptional Australian wines from their portfolio at Venice’s esteemed Lincoln Fine Wine – the line-up is all wines that have rarely been seen in Los Angeles before! How to Drink Australian, will be available for purchase and signing on the night of the tasting. What better way to spend Valentine’s Day??!
We will be pouring:
2017 Moorilla ‘Muse’ Extra Brut, Tasmania
2021 Chalmers ‘Montevecchio Bianco,’ Heathcote VIC
2021 Reed ‘R&R’ Pinot Gris, Mornington Peninsula VIC
2021 Murdoch Hill ‘The Phaeton’ Pinot Noir, Adelaide Hills SA
2021 Reed ‘Alexia’ Grenache, Barossa Valley SA
2021 Corymbia Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River WA

Legend Wine Tasting @ Esther's Eatery (Florence, AL)
2024-02-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Esther’s Eatery, 1416 Huntsville Rd, Florence, AL, 35630, United States
Jon Ross will be in the house, pouring some Australian wine, sharing some insight, and maybe even signing a few books! Tickets include 5 wines and snacks. Email celeste@estherseatery.com to reserve your spot!

How to Drink Australian Wine Tasting @ Provision (Fairhope, AL)
2024-01-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Provision, 100 N Section St, Fairhope, AL, 36532, United States
We are thrilled to be joining our friends at Provision for a wine tasting in Fairhope, AL! This event is currently sold out, but shoot us a note if you want to get in, and we’ll see what we can do!

Legend x Rockey's Dinner @ Marsh House (Nashville, TN)
2024-01-25 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Marsh House, 401 11th Ave S, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Join Jane for a 5-course dinner, featuring 3 wines from Legend and 2 cocktails from Rockey’s Botanical Liqueur. Jane will be teaming up with Eamon Rockey, another veteran of NYC’s hospitality industry. As a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, Eamon is passionate about the process of preparing anything from scratch, using only the best ingredients. After bartending at Eleven Madison Park and opening four other Michelin-starred restaurants in NYC, he launched Rockey’s in the fall of 2018. Join us for a night of culinary artistry, quality ingredients, and the finest Australian wines—reserve your seat now!

Drink Like a Victorian Wine Tasting @ Vinya (Miami, FL)
2024-01-20 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Vinya Wine Market, 328 Crandon Blvd #122-123, Key Biscayne, 33149, United States
Join wine friends, Jane Lopes and Allegra Angelo, for a special wine tasting extravaganza. In this fun and casual “buffet” style format, Jane and Allegra will be pouring twenty wines from Victoria’s finest producers. You’ll taste a variety of winemaking styles, explore underrated sub-regions, and discover why Victoria rocks! AND the best part of all? $5 of your ticket can be used as a credit towards a bottle purchase or towards Jane’s new book, “How to Drink Australian.” So, cancel your Saturday football plans, and sip “Down Under” on wine island!!
THE DETAILS
-$35 a ticket *Includes tax and gratuity
–$5 credit towards a bottle purchase or 15% OFF when you mix-and-match 6 bottles or more *Credit non-transferrable
-Vinya Wine & Market, Key Biscayne
-Saturday, January 20th between 12pm and 3pm
-Featuring: Innocent Bystander, Farm to Table, Moorooduc Estate, Ben Haines, Pyren Vineyard, Chalmers, and more!!!
-Complimentary bites
-Space limited

Wine Tasting in the Garden @ Ruka Winewood (Miami, FL)
2024-01-17 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Ruka Winewood, 51 NE 24th St, Miami, FL, 33137, United States
We’re joining forces with Miami wine guru Sarah Phillips to present a guided tasting on Victorian wine – with wines from Legend’s portfolio and others, all in the beautiful garden at Ruka Winewood. Copies of How to Drink Australian will be available to purchase at a discount.
Details:
– Wines from Victoria, Australia
– Six wines & light bites
– Hosted by Jane Lopes & Jon Ross MS
– Wednesday Jan 17th, 7pm
– $60pp

How to Drink Victorian @ The Miami Culinary Institute (Miami, FL)
2024-01-16 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Miami Culinary Institute, 415 NE 2nd Ave #8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
* This is an event for the trade only! Check out our public events later in the week if you are not part of the wine trade. Thank you! *
We can’t wait to welcome you to the first ever, How to Drink Australian tasting event! We’ll be featuring the wines of Victoria, with a regional focus on everything from the Yarra Valley to Rutherglen to Macedon Ranges and more. Some of the most historic and acclaimed wineries will be showcased, as well as wines never seen before in the US.
​The walk-around tasting will run from 11am-3pm. We will also be hosting a masterclass from 11:30am-1pm that will feature additional (and very special!) wines not available in the walk-around. If you’re interested in joining the waitlist for the masterclass, please email Sarah Phillips – sarah@winebysarah.net. If you’re interested in just stopping by the walk-around, please register on this page!
​We hope to see you there!

World Class Australia Masterclass @ Wrigley Mansion 'Festivin' (Phoenix, AZ)
2024-01-13 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Phoenix) | Wrigley Mansion, 2501 E Telawa Trail, Phoenix, 85016, United States
Jane and Jon will be teaching a masterclass on all things Australian wine at Wrigley Mansion’s annual wine festival. Come learn a thing or two, taste some great wine, and buy a discounted copy of Jane and Jon’s new book, How to Drink Australian!

In Conversation with Author & Sommelier Jane Lopes @ DECANTsf
2023-12-17 15:30 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | DECANTsf, 1168 Folsom St., San Francisco, 94103, United States
Jane Lopes, founder of Legend imports, and author of Vignette: Stories Of Life And Wine In 100 Bottles is back at DECANTsf with her new book, How to Drink Australian. Our conversation will include topics of entrepreneurship, wild journeys, second careers, and all things Australian wine. Limited copies of How to Drink Australian will be available for purchase at DECANTsf, AND get the book signed!

You can pre-purchase a copy now and it will be waiting for you at DECANTsf (or you can bring in your own copy to get signed, too! The ticketed portion of the event includes a meet & greet reception with Jane, an Australian wine tasting, plus a lively round table discussion with Jane, Simi, and Cara Patricia. Other snacks and beverages available for purchase.

Sierra Reed Wine Dinner @ Petit Crenn (San Francisco, CA)
2023-12-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Petit Crenn, 609 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA, 94102, United States
Join us for a festive wine dinner at Petit Crenn featuring the wines of Sierra Reed. This evening promises an array of exquisite flavors with a menu by globally acclaimed Chef Dominique Crenn and a glimpse into Sierra’s fascinating winemaking odyssey that spans the globe!
Sierra’s eponymous winery, ‘Reed,’ takes center stage, featuring a curated selection of her exceptional wines, including 2021 ‘R&R’ Pinot Gris, 2021 ‘Alexia’ Grenache, and 2021 ‘Knife Edge’ Shiraz. We will also explore her winemaking journey, pairing wines from places Sierra has trained, from Barolo, Italy to Germany’s Rheingau to Beaujolais, France. Alongside Sierra, Legend’s Jane Lopes will be in attendance with signed copies of her new book, How to Drink Australian, available for purchase.

"Page Turners" Wine Tasting & Book Event @ Little Saint (Healdsburg, CA)
2023-12-14 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Little Saint, 25 North St, Healsburg, CA, 95448, United States
Join us for a fantastic evening celebrating Australian wine at Little Saint, acclaimed plant-based restaurant and music venue. Legend’s Jane Lopes will be in attendance along with with Sierra Reed of Reed Wines for a book signing and a wine flight featuring Legend Imports’ selection, including Reed Wines, Syrami, and Minimum.
4 pm-6 pm | Tasting flight and wine industry mixer in the Wine Lounge
6 pm-9 pm | BTG takeover with live music at The Second Story with Sarah Walk & Hayfitz

Legend @ Cosmic Wines (Burlington, VT)
2023-12-09 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Hula Lakeside, 50 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Once a year, the iconic wine shop Dedalus gathers some of their favorite wineries from around the world in Burlington, VT for Cosmic Wines. No bones about it, this is one of the premier wine-buying events in the country. It’s also a party. A chance to rub elbows and connect with the winemakers and importers bringing you beautiful, artisanal wines.

Wine Tasting & Bar Takeover @ Dedalus (Burlington, VT)
2023-12-07 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Dedalus Burlington, 388 Pine Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Jane will be hosting a free wine tasting of some of the greatest hits of Legend ahead of Dedalus’s annual Cosmic Wines event. Following the tasting, several of Legend’s wines will be available by the glass and bottle at the wine bar, so stick around for a glass and a bite!
