LEGEND

How to Drink Australian – A Dinner with Legend Wines @ Gramercy Tavern (NYC)
2023-10-29 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | Gramercy Tavern, 42 East 20th Street, New York, NY, 10003, United States
Join us for an evening exploring wines of Australia at the acclaimed New York institution, Gramercy Tavern. Legend owners Jane Lopes and Jonathan Ross will join the Gramercy Tavern team in celebration of the launch of our new book, “How to Drink Australian”. We’ll enjoy six different Australian wines, accompanied by a five-course seasonal menu by Executive Chef Michael Anthony.

How to Drink Australian Wine Dinner @ The Noortwyck (NYC)
2023-10-30 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | The Noortwyck, 289 Bleecker St, New York, NY, 10014, United States
Jon will be teaming up with his long-time colleague and buddy Cedric Nicaise, former wine director at Eleven Madison Park and partner at The Noortwyck – a local and seasonally sourced American restaurant in the West Village – for a multi-course wine dinner.
All guests will be seated at one table to share the experience. Dinner will be 4 courses, and feature the below menu:
Aperitif: Chalmers ‘Felicitas’ Sparkling Fiano 2019
Leeks with Black Truffles: Stargazer Riesling, Tasmaina 2021
Bucatini with Crab and ‘Nduja: P. Sullivan Ada River Chardonnay 2019 // Ngeringa Summit Vyd Chardonnay 2018
BBQ Duck Breast with Persimmon: W. Downie Bull Swamp Pinot Noir 2020 // Micro Wines Geelong Shiraz 2019 // Murdoch Hill Landau Syrah 2019
Opera Cake with Chocolate and Coffee: Seppeltsfield 2001 Para Tawny

Wine Mixtape Series @ Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels (NYC)
2023-10-30 21:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | Compagnie des Vin Surnaturels, 249 Centre St, New York, NY, 10013, United States
A staple event at Nolita wine bar Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels, the Wine Mixtape series features a guest and their musical and wine selections. Jane and Jon will be holding court from 9pm until close, pouring some great Australian wines, playing some tunes, and signing books!

University of Chicago Alumni Event @ Bar Pasquale (NYC)
2023-11-01 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Bar Pasquale, 98 Kenmare Street, New York, NY, 10012, United States
For Univeristy of Chicago alumni only – sorry! Jane Lopes, AB’07 is back with UChicago New York Alumni Club for Part II of our Sip & Study series. This time, we will discuss her newest book, How to Drink Australian: An Essential Modern Wine Book. She will be joined in conversation by Andrea Bischof, AB’13. We will taste some wines during the presentation along with Q&A; books will be available for purchase and signing before and after the discussion.

Convive x Legend Wine Dinner @ Superiority Burger (NYC)
2023-11-01 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Superiority Burger, 119 Avenue A, New York, NY, 10009, United States
Join us on Nov 1st at Superiority Burger and experience Australian wines like you’ve never had them before. We’re celebrating the launch of How to Drink Australian with our friends at Convive and Superiority Burger. See you there?
$175, inclusive of tax, tip, food + wine!

Sierra Reed @ Cosette Wine Bar & Bottleshop (Los Angeles, CA)
2023-12-02 14:30 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cosette, 12833 Ventura Blvd, Suite 145, Studio City, CA, 91604, United States
Come meet the winemaker! This will be the FIRST winemaker tasting at the newly opened Cosette, and the featured guest is Sierra Reed of Reed Wines (Geelong, VIC). Guests will enjoy three different wines of Sierra’s (Alexia Grenache 2021, R&R Pinot Gris 2021, and Knife Edge Shiraz 2021) paired with cheese & charcuterie from Cosette.

Legend Tasting & Book Signing @ Harvest Wine Market (Nashville, TN)
2023-12-03 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Harvest Wine Market, 6043 Highway 100, Nashville, TN, 37205, United States
Join us for a tasting and book signing at Harvest Wine Market, recently taken over by Miel’s Seema Prasad, with the vision of making Harvest Nashville’s premier wine and spirits shopping experience.
Taste through five wines from Legend, hang with Jane and Jon, and pick up a signed copy of How to Drink Australian.
This tasting is free, but bookings are recommended.

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!

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.

"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

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.

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.

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!

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!

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

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

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!

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 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!

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

"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.

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!

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!

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.

"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.

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!

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!

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.”

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.

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.
