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Wine Tasting & Bar Takeover @ Dedalus (Burlington, VT)

Dedalus Burlington 388 Pine Street, Burlington, VT, 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!

Free

Legend @ Cosmic Wines (Burlington, VT)

Hula Lakeside 50 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 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.

$65

“Page Turners” Wine Tasting & Book Event @ Little Saint (Healdsburg, CA)

Little Saint 25 North St, Healsburg, CA, 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

$30

Sierra Reed Wine Dinner @ Petit Crenn (San Francisco, CA)

Petit Crenn 609 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA, 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. 

$350

In Conversation with Author & Sommelier Jane Lopes @ DECANTsf

DECANTsf 1168 Folsom St., San Francisco, 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!

$30 – $80

World Class Australia Masterclass @ Wrigley Mansion ‘Festivin’ (Phoenix, AZ)

Wrigley Mansion 2501 E Telawa Trail, Phoenix, 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! 

$79

How to Drink Victorian @ The Miami Culinary Institute (Miami, FL)

Miami Culinary Institute 415 NE 2nd Ave #8, Miami, FL, United States

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. * 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! *

Wine Tasting in the Garden @ Ruka Winewood (Miami, FL)

Ruka Winewood 51 NE 24th St, Miami, FL, 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.

$60

Drink Like a Victorian Wine Tasting @ Vinya (Miami, FL)

Vinya Wine Market 328 Crandon Blvd #122-123, Key Biscayne, 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!!

$35

Legend x Rockey’s Dinner @ Marsh House (Nashville, TN)

Marsh House 401 11th Ave S, Nashville, TN, 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!

$150

How to Drink Australian Wine Tasting @ Provision (Fairhope, AL)

Provision 100 N Section St, Fairhope, AL, 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! 

$40

Australia Tasting & Book Signing @ Lincoln Fine Wine (Los Angeles, CA)

Lincoln Fine Wine 727 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA, 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??!

$20

“How to Drink Australian” Masterclass @ Shaw + Smith (Adelaide Hills, AUS)

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.

$55

Legend Australia Showcase/BTG Takeover @ Classic Wine Company (Birmingham, AL)

Classic Wine Company 1831 28th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 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!

$30

University of Chicago Alumni Club Event @ Farm Bar (Chicago, IL)

Farm Bar 1970 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, 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! 

$45

How to Drink Australian with Jane Lopes @ Picnic Wine & Provisions (Chicago, IL)

Picnic Wine & Provisions 7301 Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, 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!

$35

“How to Drink Australian” Wine Tasting @ The Book Cellar (Chicago, IL)

The Book Cellar 4736 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, 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. 

Australian Wine Tasting @ Stage Left (New Brunswick, NJ)

Stage Left 5 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, 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!

$69

Taco’s, Cornhole & Aussie Wine @ Ashe’s Beer Garden (Knoxville, TN)

Ashe's Beer Garden 4524 Old Kingston Pike, Knoxville, 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! 

Free