About this Event
MerchantofWine.com and Learnaboutwine.com partner together to produce and market amazing tasting experiences. We are thrilled to present our "Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate” efforts… showcasing top quality products from smaller artisan producers - hosted by Sommelier Ian Todd Blackburn.
Exclusive event promises to be a sensory delight, featuring a curated selection of fine wines, artisanal cheeses, and delectable chocolates.
Attendees will have the opportunity to savor an array of exquisite wines from around the world, carefully chosen to complement the rich flavors of cheese and the sweetness of chocolate. With a focus on unique and exceptional pairings, this event offers a rare chance to explore the intricate dance of tastes and aromas that only wine, cheese, and chocolate can provide.
SAMPLE LISTS:
10 Wines:
- Anima Mundi, 'cami dels xops' pet nat methodo ancestral, penedes, spain, 2023
- Schiopetto, Ribolla Gialla, Friuli-Venezia Giulia IGT, Italy, 2021 (recommended)
- Westwood, Chardonnay, Roberts Road/Sangiacomo, Annadel Gap, Sonoma, 2022
- Piedrasassi, Syrah, Santa Barbara, 2021
- Clos Haut-Peyraguey Sauternes, France 2012
- Domaine Courier, Old Vine Grenache & Carignan, Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2018
- Trinity Canyon Vineyards Kakhet Areni Cabernet Sauvignon Vayots, Dzor, Armenia 2017
- Tierra Roja, Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville, Napa Valley 2013
- Banyuls by Pierre Gaillard, Domaine Madeloc, 'Robert Pages', Banyuls, France, NV
- Blandy's, 15 year old Malmsey, Madeira, Portugal (500ml)
5 Cheeses:
- La Contessa, Piemonte, Italy (Cow and Sheep Milk)
- Ossau-Iraty, Sheep, South West France (Sheep)
- Sequatchie Cove Creamery Coppinger, Tennessee - (Cows Milk, Vegetable ash)
- Papillon, Roquefort, France (Sheep)
- Hooks “15” Cheddar, Wisconsin (Cow) - 15 years of age
5 Chocolates:
- Vosges 45% Milk with Bacon, Smoked Salt. Chicago
- Debauve & Gallais, 74% Pure Chocolate, Paris, France
- Scharffen Berger, 82% Cacao Extra Dark Chocolate - Ashland, Oregon
- Coco Suisse 62% Chocolate Slims, with Australian Sea Salt, Swiss Style from LA
- Pump Street 70% “Panettone” Crayfish Bay Estate - London, England: Candied Orange Peal and Nuts
The exact wines, cheeses and chocolates for this class will be announced soon.
LA's most iconic Cheese and Specialty Foods Market
Since 1967, as one of the first cheese stores in the country, we’ve been proud to offer our Los Angeles customers, as well as those visiting from around the globe, a unique experience tasting rare and seasonal cheeses while offering a wide variety of other gourmet products and international delicacies. Discover over 600 varieties of the highest quality imported cheeses, freshly made pastas, sauces, tapenades and spreads, and the very best in wines, caviar, seasonal truffles, charcuterie and gourmet foods.
ABOUT IAN BLACKBURN, WINE EDUCATOR - 25 YEARS OF INDUSTRY SERVICE
Ian discovered the wine industry at the ripe age of 21 while working for famous chefs such as Thomas Keller and Joachim Splichal in the top dining rooms of Los Angeles. The discovery of wine and his endless need for knowledge quickly engulfed Ian’s life. His passion would eventually redirect his career from restaurants and hotels to vineyards and education. In 1995 LearnAboutWine.com was born, becoming the first website dedicated to wine education.
With over 25-years of experience traveling the wine world, Ian is a published author (Wiley Publications, 2002), has 10 vintages of top level winemaking on his resume at Beekeeper Cellars, and is considered one of the region's best wine educators. Ian’s push to evolve and his ability to pivot has produced a strata of new concepts such as, ZoomIntoWine.com (virtual education), MerchantofWine.com (the family’s online wine store), and now the return of in-person gatherings with LearnAboutWine.com. Ian maintains high levels of entertainment and enthusiasm at his events by using all the great gathering spots in LA as potential venues. All while making a name for himself in the wine industry, Ian has never forgotten to give back to the community. Over the last few years he has raised over $650,000 for the T.J. Martell Foundation, which donates to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to help fund research to cure cancer in children. The combined charity efforts of LearnAboutWine have raised over a million dollars for a variety of causes throughout Los Angeles and beyond.
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Our Policy
All tickets are non-refundable. We can adjust your menu for dietary needs up to 72 hours prior without any additional cost. Wines can change without notice, failure or corked wine at the dinner does not result in any type of credit or refund. We open one bottle minimum per paying guest, and can reduce the total number of bottles being opened so that the dinner does not have to cancel should ticket sales not reach the minimum. Fewer bottles equals larger pours - you will get the same quantity of wine and we always open the best wines for the quality of the event. Cancellation due to illness is not allowed, you may however take food to go - or assign your seat to someone else without fee. The perishable nature of our product requires no cancellation, no credit, no refunds for any reason - this is like an airline flight or Dodger game… once it goes, its gone.
NOTICE REGARDING ALLERGIES, FOOD RESTRICTIONS + LIMITATIONS INCLUDING BEVERAGES BUT NOT LIMITED TO WINE
*Please carefully review any programs you may be interested involving food/refreshment/beverages.
No refunds, cancellations, or date swaps allowed.
Unfortunately, refreshments and food & beverage substitutions are politely declined. We try our best to accommodate food limitations/restrictions, however, it is our policy is to inform you that we make no promises or guarantees of any particular food/ beverage accommodation, regardless of whether learnaboutwine or our third-party venue is providing refreshments/ food and/or beverages. We make no promises guarantees that if/ any refreshments/food and/or beverages are free of any allergens and/or health restricting products/elements. We will not be held responsible/liable for/if any illness that may occur while consuming at his/her/their own free will and at his/her/their own discretion.
*Please be advised, outside food and beverage is not permitted at any of our events.
*Adult Participants must be 21 and over. Valid government issued ID required to attend this event. The entirety of the experience is important and vital for the enjoyment of all adult participants. Our private events are created for adults 21-years of age and older and unable to accommodate minors. Minors are not allowed into any of our events.
*ALL/ANY TICKET SALE IS FINAL. WE DO NOT OFFER REFUNDS/EXCHANGES/CREDITS/TRANSFERS BETWEEN OUR PROGRAMS.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, 9705 South Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, United States
USD 158.00 to USD 289.25
