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.

BTG Takeover @ Nobody's (Syracuse, NY)
2023-10-28 19:30 - 22:00 UTC | Nobody’s, 222 Walton St, Syracuse, NY, 13202, United States
For the afterparty, we’ll be heading to new Syracuse wine bar Nobody’s, where Australian wine will take over the list! No reservations necessary, just swing by.

Meet Your Maker: Legend Imports + Book Signing @ The Communion (Syracuse, NY)
2023-10-28 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Communion, 109 South Warren Street, Syracuse, NY, 13202, United States
The Communion’s #MeetYourMaker is BACK on October 28th featuring Legend Imports sommeliers and author, Jane Lopes & Jon Ross for a book signing party and wine tasting to celebrate the launch of the new book “How to Drink Australian.”
There’s nothing better than taking a trip to Australia through wine. We are honored to join our good from Cha at her shop The Communion to discuss these exciting wine regions.
We’ll also have some charcuterie and cheese on hand.
Sat Oct 28, 5-7 pm
Venue: The Communion
Your Ticket Includes: Australian Wine from Legend Imports, Signed Book, and Cheese + Meat board from The Curd Nerd

Book Release and Master Class @ Best Little Wine & Book Shop (Lockhart, TX)
2023-10-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Best Little Wine & Book Shop, 210 West San Antonio Street, Lockhart, TX, 78644, United States
Texas, let’s go! Join us Thursday, October 26th @ 6:30pm for an intimate Australian wine tasting class with wines from Legend and take home a personalized copy of How to Drink Australian. ✍️
Includes side-by-side tastings of Mother Block White, Mother Block Skin Contact, Vino Volta ‘Different Skins’, La Petite Mort ‘Gentil Qvevri,’ William Downie Cathedral Pinot Noir, La Petite Mort ‘Saperavi Qvevri,’ & Patrick Sullivan Gippsland Pinot Noir paired with palate-cleansing snacks.

Australian Wine Dinner @ Sketches of Spain (Dallas, TX)
2023-10-25 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Sketches of Spain, 321 N Zang Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75208, United States
Discover the allure of Australian wines with the exclusive Dallas launch of “How to Drink Australian” by author and Legend co-founder Jane Lopes. This event promises an enlightening journey into the heart of Australia’s wine culture.
The first part of the event, a book presentation, will happen at sister venue The Wild Detectives (see previous event listing), where Jane will personally introduce the book, sharing insights and stories that shaped her passion for Australian wines. But the experience doesn’t end there. Following the presentation, attendees will be treated to a meticulously curated wine dinner at Sketches of Spain with a menu by Chef Iñaki. As you indulge in each course, Jane will guide a tasting session, ensuring every sip is a voyage of flavors and history.
Whether you’re a wine aficionado or simply curious about what makes Australian wines unique, this evening promises a blend of knowledge, taste, and good times.
Join us for an evening where literature meets the palate, and where every drop tells a story. Reserve your spot now and immerse yourself in the world of Australian wines with Jane Lopes.
The book will be available for purchase at both The Wild Detectives and Sketches of Spain. Attendance to the book presentation (previous event listing) is open to everyone. The wine dinner requires a ticket and its capacity is very limited.

Book Presentation @ The Wild Detectives (Dallas, TX)
2023-10-25 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | The Wild Detectives, 314 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX, 75208, United States
Discover the allure of Australian wines with the exclusive Dallas launch of “How to Drink Australian” by author and Legend co-founder Jane Lopes. This event promises an enlightening journey into the heart of Australia’s wine culture.
Jane will personally introduce the book, sharing insights and stories that shaped her passion for Australian wines. But the experience doesn’t end there. Following the presentation, attendees will be treated to a meticulously curated wine dinner at Sketches of Spain with a menu by Chef Iñaki. As you indulge in each course, Jane will guide a tasting session, ensuring every sip is a voyage of flavors and history.
Whether you’re a wine aficionado or simply curious about what makes Australian wines unique, this evening promises a blend of knowledge, taste, and good times.
Join us for an evening where literature meets the palate, and where every drop tells a story. Reserve your spot now and immerse yourself in the world of Australian wines with Jane Lopes.
The book will be available for purchase at both The Wild Detectives and Sketches of Spain. Attendance to the book presentation is open to everyone. The wine dinner requires a ticket (see next event), and its capacity is very limited.

How to Drink Australian @ The Southern Festival of Books (Nashville, TN)
2023-10-22 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Southern Festival of Books, 1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN, 37208, United States
We are honored to be included in the line-up of the Southern Festival of Books taking place in our hometown of Nashville, TN! We may be the only book event taking place in the festival’s beer garden…we’ll be pouring a couple Australian wines to go along with our discussion of How to Drink Australian. Free event, y’all!!

Farewell to Summer Wine Dinner @ Virginia's Darling
2023-10-16 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Virginia’s Darling, 277 South Washington St, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
Join Chef Nicole Jones and Legend’s Jane Lopes for a dinner that will bid adieu to summer and make you rethink everything you thought you knew about Australian vino. Legend is championing a whole new side of Australian wines, a perfect match for dinners with a twist that only Chef Nicole can bring. The women will lead you through 4 courses and a curated wine experience guided by the unparalleled knowledge of Jane and her portfolio. It’s a rare opportunity to dine, sip, and learn about Australian wines. This dinner promises to be a cheeky affair filled with laughter, delicious surprises, and wine mastery. Book your seat at the table and get ready to taste the unexpected and embrace the delightful transition from summer to fall with us!
Bubbles and Bites from 6:30-7:00. Dinner will start at 7:00pm and will take approximately 2 hours.

Volcanic Harvest Party @ Artist Block Wine (Dundee, OR)
2023-10-06 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Artist Block Wine, 9650 NE Fox Ln, Dundee, OR, 97115, United States
An Aussie-American mash-up with bites, wines, & books, featuring Bree Stock (Australian MW making wine in Oregon) and Jane Lopes (American sommelier importing and writing about Australian wine). This is a free event! Come for a wine tasting and a bite, stay for a glass of wine and a signed copy of How to Drink Australian.
For more information, reach out to hello@artistblockwine.com or jane@legendaustralia.com.

Australian Wine Dinner @ Harlo (Las Vegas, NV)
2023-10-05 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Harlo, 1720 Festival Plaza Dr, Las Vegas, NV, 89135, United States
Jon is partnering with legendary Las Vegas steakhouse and bar, Harlo, to present a five course dinner with wine pairings from the Legend portfolio. Email Kester at kmasias@levrg.com for reservations. Signed copies of ‘How to Drink Australian’ will be available for purchase.

Book Launch! How to Drink Australian with Author Jon Ross & Fruit Wine Co (Seattle, WA)
2023-10-04 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fruit Wine Co, 1950 130th Avenue Northeast Suite 1, Bellevue, WA, 98005, United States
Party like Aussies do at this book launch party! Join author Jon Ross at Fruit Wine Co. for a fun-filled evening of Australian wine and book signing.
Fruit Wine Co is run by our good friend Jackson Rohrbaugh, who has joined two successful wine companies in Seattle (his own Crunchy Red Fruit, and Seattle Wine Co, founded in 2003), to create an educational wine club and retail shop.

Book Signing + Wine Tasting @ Cru & Domaine (Portland, OR)
2023-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cru & Domaine, 1723 NW 24th Ave, Portland, OR, 97210, United States
Jane will be in the house at Cru & Domaine for this free tasting! Sample a selection of diverse wines from the Legend portfolio and have the opportunity to buy a signed and personalized copy of How to Drink Australian.
Free event, no RSVP needed.

Nashville Book Launch for 'How to Drink Australian' @ Woodland Wine Merchant (Nashville, TN)
2023-09-19 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Woodland Wine Merchant (Sylvan Park), 4101 Charlotte Avenue, Suite E140, Nashville, 37209, United States
Join us for a FREE tasting of three exciting Australian wines as we celebrate the launch of ‘How to Drink Australian’ at Woodland Wine Merchant (Sylvan Park). Taste through three wines and have the opportunity to purchase a signed and personalized copy of Jane and Jon’s new book, ‘How to Drink Australian’. No RSVP needed! Just come say hello!
We’ll be tasting:
2017 Moorilla Extra Brut – Tamar Valley, Tasmania
2018 Bird on a Wire Chardonnay – Yarra Valley, Victoria
2021 William Downie ‘Cathedral’ Pinot Noir – Victoria

Book Release Talk & Tasting with Cheetie Kumar @ Ajja (Raleigh, NC)
2023-09-17 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Ajja, 209 Bickett Blvd, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Jane, Jon, and legendary North Carolina chef Cheetie Kumar will take the stage together to talk books, Australian wine, hospitality, and community. Tickets include a copy of ‘How to Drink Australian’, a wine tasting, Ajja snacks, and good conversation!

'How to Drink Australian' Launch & Wine Tasting @ Caviste (Winston-Salem, NC)
2023-09-16 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Caviste, 1100 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem, NC, 27104, United States
Caviste, a wine shop in the same space as Bobby Boy Bakeshop, will host Jane for a wine tasting and book signing of ‘How to Drink Australian’. The tasting is free and BTG and food specials will be available to hang out and enjoy for the evening.

How to Drink Australian Book Launch and Wine Tasting @ Rocks + Acid (Chapel Hill, NC)
2023-09-16 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Rocks + Acid, 712 Market Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27516, United States
A wine shop that is near and dear to our hearts, Paula de Pano’s Rocks + Acid is the hottest place to buy wine in Chapel Hill, and we are honored to host this event with them. Jon will be in the house, pouring great Australian wine and signing books.
There is a 3pm session and then a 4:30pm open tasting. Paula is also making it SUPER affordable to get a copy of the book, and offering the whole event for less than its RRP! Run, don’t walk, y’all.

'How to Drink Australian' Book Launch & Tasting Event @ Raleigh Wine Shop (Raleigh, NC)
2023-09-15 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Raleigh Wine Shop, 317 S. Bloodworth St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Jane and Jon will be in the house at the new, beautiful location of Raleigh Wine Shop in Raleigh, NC to host a wine tasting and sign books.
Join us for a VIP Meet & Greet at 5:30pm where you will receive a signed copy of the book with your ticket, along with a premier tasting lineup, and a chance to listen to both Jane & Jon in a more intimate setting in our classroom.
If you can’t make the VIP tasting, join one of the tasting sessions throughout the evening from 6:30pm – 7:30pm where you will still get to meet the authors and sample a selection of Legend import wines.
Space is limited for each session so book now to reserve your spot for this special tasting event.

Australian Wine Dinner @ Herons at The Umstead (Cary, NC)
2023-09-14 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Herons at the Umstead, 100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC, 27513, United States
Join us for a very special meal at one of the fine dining bastions of North Carolina: Herons at the Umstead. The menu has been designed by four-time James Beard Semifinalist and celebrated chef, Steven Greene to pair perfectly with a diverse selection of Australian wine, including some special bottles yet to be seen in North Carolina. Jane and Jon will be in the house, serving wine, signing books, and speaking about this incredible wine-producing country.

Australian Wine Dinner @ The Anchorage (Greenville, SC)
2023-09-13 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | The Anchorage, 586 Perry Ave, Greenville, SC, 29611, United States
Jane will be the guest of honor at the September Wine Dinner at The Anchorage. We’ll be featuring a selection of our favorite Australian wines, plus our new book ‘How To Drink Australian’ will also be available for purchase the night of the dinner.

This five course paired dinner will also feature a welcome pour and will be $115++ per person. Please note that the ticket price is $115 but the gratuity has already been added to the ticket price upon checkout.
Below is the proposed lineup but please keep in mind that it is subject to change based on availability.
Arrival: Ngerina Pet Nat
1st Course: Murdoch Sauv Blanc
2nd Course: Stargazer Riesling
3rd Course: Pyren Little La La Rouge
4th Course: William Downie Cathedral Pinot Noir
Dessert: Ngerina Syrah

Australian Wine Dinner @ Supperland (Charlotte, NC)
2023-09-13 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Supperland, 1212 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Join Legend’s Jon Ross at the Bar at Supperland to enjoy a unique menu of chef-crafted dishes paired with six boutique Australian wine selections. We’ll start with bubbles and hors d’oeuvres followed by a series of plated courses to showcase each wine.
Copies of Jane & Jon’s book ‘How to Drink Australian’ will be on hand that evening for purchase and signing to celebrate its North American release.
Space is limited for this dinner, so please secure your seats as soon as possible. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Official 'How to Drink Australian' American Launch Dinner @ Foxcroft (Charlotte, NC)
2023-09-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Foxcroft Dilworth, 1235 East Blvd Suite 1, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
The official release dinner for ‘How to Drink Australian’ will be in collaboration with our good friends at Foxcroft. Jane and Jon, founders and owners of Legend Australia Imports, will be the guest speakers for a truly unique wine dinner.
All attendees to this special dinner will receive a signed copy of ‘How To Drink Australian’, a groundbreaking work on Australian wine, destined to become a modern classic! This 400+ page hardcover book is a $60 retail value.
Dinner Menu & Wines Served
course 1
roasted oyster with shallot & herb butter
Moorilla Vintage Brut Rosé 2017
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Chalmers “Felicitas” 2019
course 2
grilled prawns with chili & citrus, mango salad, fines herbs
Vino Volta Chenin Blanc “Funky & Fearless” 2021
&
Murdoch Hill Chardonnay “The Tilbury” 2021
course 3
beef & mushroom pie with cherry compote
Pyren Rouge “Little Ra Ra” 2021
&
William Downie Pinot Noir “Cathedral” 2022
course 4
grilled lamb T-bone, rosemary roasted rotatoes, lamb demi-glace
Ngeringa Syrah “Illuma Vineyard” 2019
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Seppeltsfield Shiraz “The Westing” 2019
dessert
pavlova with fresh fruit

Seppeltsfield Grounds Class @ Saint Goose (Nashville, TN)
2023-09-06 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Saint Goose, 134 2nd Avenue N, Franklin, 37064, United States
Join Jane at Saint Goose for an in-depth class on the Grounds series from Seppeltsfield. Seppeltsfield is one of Australia’s most historic wineries, founded in 1851. Their groundbreaking ‘Grounds’ series (pun intended!) maps the different terroirs of the Barossa through premium, concentrated, and nuanced examples of shiraz and grenache (and we’ll be starting the event with their bone dry riesling!). Seats limited – book today!

Women and Revolution Panel
2023-08-01 14:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Restaurant Hubert, 15 Bligh St, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
In celebration of the recently published How to Drink Australian, Women and Revolution will be hosting a Q&A Session with author Jane Lopes, publisher Jane Morrow and sommelier Kavita Faiella. Drawing on years of experience in various sectors of the wine industry, panelists will explore wine writing, the publishing process, starting a company, sommelier exams, career, motherhood, and more.
