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!
Wines of Victoria will be featured at SommCon this year, both at the Expo and in a special seminar on Victorian wines (featuring winemaker Sierra Reed!). Seek out the Wine Victoria booth at the Expo, where you'll get to taste three producers from our portfolio: Reed, Chalmers, and Patrick Sullivan. Then make sure you register for the Wines of Victoria panel and tasting on Monday, October 7 from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Sierra Reed will be there in person, showcasing her wines!
The Duck & The Peach is a James Beard nominated restaurant on Capitol Hill, serving California meets New England cuisine. Owned by Hollis Wells Silverman, part of the mission of the restaurant is to support other women-owned businesses - a natural fit for Sierra (owner/winemaker at Reed Wines) and Jane (co-owner of Legend) to make an appearance! Start with a welcome sip and then head into a three-course meal paired with Sierra's wines.
Come meet Sierra with our friends at 3 Parks in Atlanta. A few nice words on the event from the team at 3 Parks: "Master Sommelier and owner of Legend Australian Wine Imports, Jonathan Ross, will be accompanying Sierra Reed, THE coolest, most talented, exceptionally chic winemaker and owner of Reed Wines to Atlanta for the first time! We have been in love with her wines since we tried them in 2020 and we’re so thrilled to have her visit 3 Parks Wine Shop!"
Jane's excited to be back at Wine Whisperer for the second time to showcase some of the Aussie gems she's so passionate about. Jane will be guiding you through a tasting of six wines in the Whisper Room. Limited seats available. Two sessions available (6 pm and 8 pm). See you there!
