Jane and Jon are thrilled to be in the house at The Bighorn Bottle Shop & Wine Bar in Anaconda, MT to teach a wine class and lead a tasting of Australian wines. The Bighorn is a beautiful addition to Anaconda in southwestern Montana, opened by the accomplished Vanessa Romero in 2022. Limited, only 25 seats!
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!
Raise a glass to the Land Down Under! Experience six unique wines from Legend and hang out with Jane as she returns to the place it all started - Jane kicked off her career in wine/beverage in Chicago, working at Lush Wine & Spirits and as a bartender at the Violet Hour. After you taste through the wines, pick your favorite bottle and order dinner from an Australian-inspired a la carte menu by Chef Rob Levitt. All wine purchases get you entered in a raffle to win a copy of How to Drink Australian!
Join us for the grand finale of a sommelier competition dedicated to the wines of Western Australia. Witness an exciting live showdown among finalists as they compete in blind tasting, service challenges, and rigorous examinations for the chance to win a trip to Margaret River! You'll have the unique opportunity to taste alongside the contestants during the competition and afterward enjoy a diverse selection of Western Australia's finest wines. Light refreshments will be served, complementing over 40 exceptional wines on offer.
We are thrilled to be partnering with Red or White in Birmingham for a special event with winemaker William Downie and Legend owner Jonathan Ross on Tuesday, September 3rd! Bill and Jon will be teaching a masterclass on Australian wine, featuring Bill's wines and others in the Legend portfolio.
We're excited to partner with our friends at Foxcroft for this event! Enjoy a tasting of six Australian wines as Jane shares insights about each producer and what makes these wines unique. Every attendee will also receive a signed copy of How To Drink Australian, with light shared appetizers provided. ($75 ticket including a $60 book is a pretty good deal!)
Join us on Thursday, September 5 from 6:30-9:00pm for an exceptional wine dinner featuring Chalmers Wine at acclaimed Relais & Chateaux property The Fearrington House. We will be featuring five wines from Chalmers, an Australian family that focuses on Italian grape varietals, alongside three more wines from the Legend portfolio of Australian producers. Add a signed copy of Jane Lopes & Jonathan Ross' book, How to Drink Australian: An Essential Modern Wine Book to complete the evening. Stay tuned for Chef Paul Gagne’s 5-course dinner menu that will pair with 8 memorable wines.
Acclaimed new luxury resort Southall and Chef Richard Jones welcome biodynamic farmer and winemaker William Downie to the Jammery for an exciting dinner pairing his wines with the best of the summer harvest.
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!
Swing by Woodland Wine in Sylvan Park for a free tasting with William Downie, pouring pinot noir from his eponymous label.
Experience the essence of Australian Pinot Noir at this tasting event, hosted by Legend Wine Imports, featuring esteemed winemaker William Downie. Delight in a curated selection of his exceptional pinot noirs from four distinctive single vineyard sites: Bull Swamp, Camp Hill, Mornington Peninsula, and Cathedral. Each vineyard offers a unique expression of terroir, showcasing the complexity and finesse that has won him acclaim in the wine world. AND in addition to tasting some great pinot noir, and meeting Bill Downie, hang out to watch the presidential debate! Entrance is free with a $50 donation to Josh Stein's NC gubernatorial campaign.
Swing by Woodland Wine in East Nashville for a free tasting with Tennille Chalmers, pouring wines from her family's estate - Italian grape varieties from Victoria's Heathcote and Murray Darling.
Join us at Edit in Hendersonville for a wine class with Tennille Chalmers! Tennille will take us through 6 of her family's wines, exploring the impact of climate-appropriate viticulture in Australia.
We are thrilled to join Board & Batten for their next wine pairing dinner, with special guests Tennille Chalmers and Legend's own Jonathan Ross! Please call the restaurant at 480-641-4148 to make a reservation and check out the menu in the full event listing.
Join us in beautiful Franklin, TN at the gorgeous new Southall Farm & Inn for a special wine dinner with Murdoch Hill's Michael Downer.
Murdoch Hill in Adelaide Hills, Australia, is the very recent recipient of the Prime Minister of Australia National Wine Competition Trophy for best wine in Australia and has an exclusive portfolio of wines that you are invited to discover first in America. Do not miss this exciting wine tasting dinner event!
Come see Murdoch Hill's Michael Downer as a featured presenter at Sumner Food & Wine Festival's Grand Tasting. The Grand Tasting is their premier showcase of artisan food and beverage. Ticket holders will have access to complimentary wine tastings, spirit samples and cocktails. Regional chefs, food trucks and culinary purveyors will have bites and more available for purchase. Ticket holders will also have access to the Makers Market, highlighting award winning authors and artisans from middle Tennessee.
Join us and our friends at Miel as we hang out on the patio and chat with Michael Downer about his family's Adelaide Hills winery. We'll taste through 4 wines paired with Miel's award-winning snacks. Hope to see you there!
Denver friends, swing by Somebody People on Thursday night to say hi to Murdoch Hill's Michael Downer and taste some of his sensational wines!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we bring the Outback to Appalachia! Jane will be leading the dinner, as well as telling stories about her journey, the wines, and what makes Australia an incredible place for viticulture. Executive Chef Jeb Aldrich and his team will prepare an exciting five-course meal to enjoy alongside the wines.
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!
