Yeah, we know Baltimore's history as a beer-loving town, but the next few weeks offer plenty of tasting opportunities for those who love the fruit of the vine. Here is the down and dirty on several:
Where:
921 E. Fort Ave.
What:
WineD Up, a tasting of more than 30 wines plus hors d'oeuvres
When:
Tuesday, March 31, 6-9
How much it's going to cost you:
$29 per person, food and drink included
Extras:
Up to 20 percent off selected wine purchased that evening
Contact:
(410) 244-6166,
Where:
2400 Boston St., No. 112
What:
Tuesday wine tastings
When:
Tuesdays at 7
; March 24: Syrah Grenache; March 31: Green (organic) wine
How much it's going to cost you:
$25
Contact:
(410) 522-4556; chesapeakewine.com
Where:
3601 Elm Ave.
What:
Weekly in-store beer or wine tastings
When:
Fridays 4:30-7:30
and Saturdays 1:30-5:30
; Friday, March 27 and Saturday March 28 the store pours wine from California's "Rhone Rangers"
How much it's going to cost you:
Free
Extras:
There's usually a bottle discount on wines or beers tasted that day
Contact:
(410) 467-7777, the-wine-source.com
Where:
604 S. Exeter St.
What:
Big Bad Reds, featuring bold favorites such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Shiraz, and Zinfandel
When:
Thursday, April 2, 6-8
How much it's going to cost you:
$29
Contact:
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(410) 576-0444, bin604.con
