Local Wine Events

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Wine OR Wine & Food

Introducing the largest outdoor wine and food festival in New England, the Newport WineFest; taking place on August 20-22, 2010 at the beautiful Newport Yachting Center. This one-of-a-kind event will offer an ultimate wine and food experience with tastings from hundreds of world - class wines, spirits, specialty beers and gourmet dishes prepared by the finest local and regional chefs.

Newport is known as “The City by the Sea” and is a premier destination for a summer getaway. Book your reservations early at the Newport Marriott, our official host hotel with first class accommodations and be within walking distance of the event.

You will have the opportunity to attend multiple Grand Tastings, a Waterfront Grand Cru Tasting, and a Champagne Brunch. Experience 100’s of regional, national, and international wines, specialty beers, and spirits. Sample incredible food prepared by regional restaurants while taking in the beautiful surroundings overlooking the marina and harbor. You will peruse an assortment of lifestyle exhibits while accompanied by live music as you make your way through the Grand Tasting. Watch as celebrity and regional chef’s prepare their signature dishes throughout the event on our full culinary event stage.

Grand Tastings:
Friday, August 20, 2010
6:00pm -11:pm
Price: $55 advance / $65 door

Saturday, August 21, 2010
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Price: $55 advance / $65 door

Sunday, August 22, 2010
11:00am -12:00pm * Trade Only Hour
12:00pm – 5:00pm
Price: $45 advance / $55 door

Waterfront Grand Cru Tasting:
Saturday, August 21, 2010
5:00pm -7:00pm
Price: $150 advance / $175 door

Champagne Brunch:
Sunday, August 22, 2010
9:30am -12:30pm
Price: $65 advance / $75 door