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Aussie Pinot Noir + Debate Watch Party @ Rocks + Acid (Chapel Hill, NC)
2024-09-10 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Rocks + Acid, 712 Market Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516, United States
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. Join us for an evening of exquisite wines, captivating stories, and an opportunity to engage directly with the winemaker behind these remarkable bottles. Don’t miss this chance to explore the diverse landscapes and flavors of Australia’s finest pinot noir.
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.

Free Tasting with William Downie @ Woodland West (Nashville, TN)
2024-09-07 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Woodland Wine Merchant (Sylvan Park), 4101 Charlotte Avenue, Suite E140, Nashville, 37209, United States
Swing by Woodland Wine in Sylvan Park for a free tasting with William Downie, pouring pinot noir from his eponymous label.

First Friday Flicks @ Hearts (Nashville, TN)
2024-09-06 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-02 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-07-05 18:00 - 22:00, 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!

William Downie Winemaker Dinner @ Southall (Franklin, TN)
2024-09-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Southall, 2200 Osage Lp, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
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.
Check out this menu!
Amaroo Hill’s Duck Sausage with Plum-Hoisin BBQ
Wok-seared Shishito Pepper with Peach & Sake Sauce
Black Cherry Tomato & Bourbon Barrel Togorashi
Moorilla ‘Muse’ Extra Brut Rose, Tasmania 2018
Appetizer:
Miso Buttered Shrimp with Buckwheat Noodle, Sesame Crisp
Patrick Sullivan ‘Bull Swamp Vineyard’ Chardonnay, Gippsland 2019
Salad:
Scallop, Tobiko Roe & Scarlet Kimchi
William Downie ‘Bull Swamp Vineyard’ Pinot Noir, Gippsland 2020
William Downie ‘Bull Swamp Vineyard’ Pinot Noir, Gippsland 2021
Soup:
Emu Neck & Tomato Dashi with Honeynut,
Sweet Soy-glazed King Trumpet & Shiso
William Downie ‘Bull Swamp Vineyard’ Pinot Noir, Gippsland 2020
William Downie ‘Bull Swamp Vineyard’ Pinot Noir, Gippsland 2021
Entree:
Fermented Cherokee Bean Paste Grilled Lobster with Carolina Gold Rice Congee
William Downie ‘Camp Hill Vineyard’ Pinot Noir, Gippsland 2021
Dessert:
Steamed Squash Pudding Mandarin Supreme, Kumquat Caramel
William Downie ‘Cathedral’ Pinot Noir, Victoria 2023

Chalmers Wine Dinner @ The Fearrington House (Pittsboro, NC)
2024-09-05 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Fearrington House, 2000 Fearrington Village Center, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
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.

Wine Tasting and Book Signing with Jane Lopes @ Foxcroft Birkdale (Charlotte, NC)
2024-09-04 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Foxcroft Birkdale, 16915 Birkdale Commons Pkwy, Huntersville, NC, 28078, United States
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!)

Australian Wine Class w/ Bill Downie @ Red or White (Birmingham, AL)
2024-09-03 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Red or White, 3916 Clairmont Ave., Birmingham, AL, 35222, United States
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’ll be tasting 6 wines (plus maybe a bonus or two!):
Chalmers Montevecchio Bianco
Chalmers Montevecchio Rosso
Moorilla Extra Brut Rosé
Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay
William Downie Cathedral Pinot Noir
William Downie Gippsland Pinot Noir
Tickets are $40 each, including a $20 credit towards the purchase of any of the wines sampled.
Purchase online or over the phone at 205-538-5213.

Western Australian Wine Competition Finals - Texas Wine School (Houston, TX)
2024-08-28 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Texas Wine School, 2301 Portsmouth St, Houston, TX, 77098, United States
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.

Australian Wine Open House @ Publican Quality Meats (Chicago, IL)
2024-08-16 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Publican Quality Meats, 825 West Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
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!
– A La Carte Menu –
Cucumber & Scarlet Crab
chili, herbs, finger lime
Terrine of Pork Rillettes and Smoked Eel
whipped foie gras, black raspberry mostarda, cornichons
Surf & Turf
grilled australian wagyu and tallow poached flathead lobster, chard, nasturtium, sauce nantua
Chilled Melon
rosé ice, fennel cordial, chamomile
+add smoked ham
Australian Feta
macadamia nuts, wild tasmanian pepperberry, red mars onion, sesame sourdough
Curried Lamb Sausage
smoked eggplant, charred peppers, salsa verde

Australian Wine Class @ The Bighorn Bottle Shop & Wine Bar (Anaconda, MT)
2024-07-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | The Bighorn Bottle Shop & Wine Bar, 114 Main Street, Anaconda, MT, 59711, United States
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!

Meet & Greet with Jane @ Vom Fass (St. Louis, MO)
2024-07-23 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Vom Fass, 7314 Manchester Rd, Maple Wood, MO, 63143, United States
We are thrilled to be leading a tasting at St. Louis’s Vom Fass on Tuesday, July 23rd!
Guests will be able to drink wine, enjoy a 3-plate food pairing prepared by Chef Elizabeth Schuster, and ask questions during this tasting. Come for great wine but stay to enjoy delicious food and your chance to learn about all the ins and outs of great Australian wine.
We are limiting this event at 24 attendees each, making sure that attendees will be able to take advantage of the small group setting. Tickets are $50/person and includes wine, food, and what is sure to be a lot of fun!

The Australian Summer Garden Party @ Saint John's in the Village (NYC)
2024-07-13 15:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Saint John’s in the Village, 218 W 11th St, New York City, NY, 10014, United States
Legend is super chuffed to be a sponsor of America Josh’s Australian Summer Garden Party! America Josh is a New York-based organization focused on easing Australian expats’ (and all expats’) transition to the United States.
Join them for a summer afternoon in Greenwich Village, New York with live music and Aussie-style finger food along with unlimited wine, beers, and sodas. This is your chance to dress up and meet some fellow Australians in a beautiful garden space right in the heart of lower Manhattan.
With live piano, wines by LEGEND – Australian Wine Imports and an array of special guests, we’re excited to welcome the warmer months in a dressed up fashion.
Dress code – ladies this is a chance to dust off your favorite summer frock, and gents, while it’s likely to be hot, keep it classy and surprise us with your fun and flare!
Who can come – this event is open to everyone regardless of whether you have been here 24 hours or 24 years. Come on your own or come as a group. Whether you’re Australian or just love Australia, we’d love to see you there.
Tickets – Numbers are strictly limited so please book early. All tickets include entry, live music, food and drinks. Adults: $50, Children 6-18: $30, and Children under 5 free.

Summer Tasting Series @ The Wine Spot (Cleveland, OH)
2024-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Wine Spot, 2271 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118, United States
Jane will be in Cleveland to participate in The Wine Spot’s Summer Tasting Series, where their clientele gets to drink with the people behind the wines. Stay tuned for more details, like wine line-up, pricing, and package rates. Hope to see you there!

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!

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!
