6/4/22; no reservation required; arrive anytime from 1:00 - 3:00pm taste through six examples of some of Japan's prized rice wines $10 tasting fee waived with the purchase of $50 worth of wine
6/11/22; no reservation required; arrive anytime from 1:00 - 3:00pm taste through some excellent American whiskeys and ryes plus get to see how they work in cocktails $10 tasting fee waived with the purchase of $50 worth of wine
6/18/22; no reservation required; arrive anytime from 1:00 - 3:00pm taste six wines that are changing the way we think about "Californian Wine" $10 tasting fee waived with the purchase of $50 worth of wine
Come celebrate all the papas in your lives by tasting the perfect grilling grape: Zinfandel! A grape with some serious personality, Zinfandel has the variability of flavors and weights to match just about anything one could think to BBQ. $10 per person; credited back with purchases of $50 No reservtions Required
The Adriatic Coast of Italy, stretching from Friuli to Puglia, encompasses many terroirs and varieties. Join us this Saturday to get a taste of what the area has to offer. $10 per person; credited back with purchases of $50 No reservations required
America the beautiful makes some truly beautiful wines! As we prepare to celebrate the 4th of July, swing by to taste the fruits of the varied and wonderful terroirs that this country of ours has to offer. $10 per person; credited back with purchases of $50 No reservations required
Certainly the most recognized of all the Italian wine regions, Chianti puts out some exceptional wines; they can be fresh and light or deep and rich, most importantly, they can be delicious! $10 per person; credited back with purchases of $50 No reservations required
The Loire Valley is the darling of the wine world. It covers a huge amount of territory and and even greater amount of delicious wines; from lean mineraly, acid driven whites, fresh reds, earthy reds, sparkling and dessert wines, the Loire literally has it all. $10 per person; credited back with purchases of $50 No […]
Riesling: the grapes everyone loves to hate. Though with no good reason other than that the 1970's and 80's and Blue Nun ruined it - but, to be fair, those decades ruined a lot of things that we are now realizing are delicious. Sure, Riesling can be sweet - sometimes sweet is what's called for […]
Bill Easton is a pioneer in the California Wine world. He will be joining us this Saturday to lead us through a seminar style tasting featuring an array of his excellent wine portfolio. $25 per person; credited back with purchases of $75 of Easton Wine Reservations required
Join us this Saturday to celebrate all the workers that are responsible for miking the wines we drink. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
It's time for our annual Grand Italian Tasting! We'll have all of our distributors present, each pouring wines from different regions in Italy - for a total of close to 80 wines in all. Chef Allison will be putting up some tasty snacks as well. Reservations required; Call for tickets Tickets are non-refundable $50/ person […]
Join us this week as we explore the the wines of this Alpine French appellation. We'll taste through whites and reds to give a sense of just how broad a range Alsace terroir can create. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to […]
Get into the Halloween spirit with this week's tasting. To say more would take the fun away, so bring an open mind and a thirsty palate and come see what we'll have in store. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
This week we will be delving into the wide world of fortified wines; the category encompasses the driest fino sherries to sweetest ports and everything in-between. Stop by and taste examples from this often misunderstood and highly under appreciated genre. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at […]
This week we will be honoring the Veterans with wines either made by veterans or chosen by Veterans we love. The selection will be as varied and unique as the many individuals that have served and sacrificed. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by […]
Turkey Day is upon us again, which means that it's time to solve that annual problem: what to drink with the feast! This week's tasting will help you do just that; we'll be featuring a line-up of wines that will pair well with turkey and just about anything else you and your kin like to […]
A fun play on words, this week's leftover wine tasting will feature wines that involve or are made from leftovers - think Valpolicella Ripasso, Piquette, and wines made from the uncommon second fruit setting. It just so happens that many of these wines also taste great with leftovers... $10 per person; credited back with the purchase […]
Chris Romero, our local spirits expert, who now has the lucky job of selling Willet Whiskey - one off our most favorite producers - will be joining us for this Saturday's, seminar-style, tasting. $25 per person; credited back with the purchase of $75 of products from the tasting Reservations Required; Starts Promptly at 1:00pm
Hard to believe the end of 2023 is just around the corner! Join us this Saturday to get a snapshot of the Arroyo Vino staff picks of their favorite wines of the year. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
We're getting fancy for this week's Saturday tasting! We'll have 3 -4 of our distributors present and pouring luxury wines from each of their portfolios; all bottles will be a minimum of $50 and will represent the fine wine regions and producers of the world - think premier and grand cru Burgundys and Bordeaux, top […]
One of the most iconic holiday stories, the story from, "A Christmas Carol", is easily called to mind. This Saturday, we will be featuring wines that we have chosen with specific characters from the story in mind. Come get into the spirit; plus, y'all know you're going to need more wine for this weekend! $10 per […]
Happy almost New Year! Of all the nights and times in a year that call for bubbles, New Year's Eve is undeniably the most. Stop by to taste some excellent fizz to help you celebrate 2024. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 […]
Who doesn't enjoy watching the Golden Globes, and what better way to enjoy them than with a delicious glass of vino? This week's tasting will feature wines that will bring our the inner star in all of us. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive […]
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, we are selecting wines that have been made by, or are projects of, minorities, people of color, immigrants, etc. The wine world covers a diverse spectrum of people and we're here to say, "heck yeah", and taste it with open minds, hearts, and palates! $10 per person; credited back […]
The Aussies have a couple of centuries of winemaking under their belts, and with climates and terroirs as varied as the whole of Europe combined, they've got a great palate to work from. Come by to taste some stellar examples from Down Under! $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting […]
The contestants get decided in tomorrows big game, but the wines you'll be serving at your Super Bowl shindig will get decided at this Saturday's tasting. We'll be pouring wines that taste great with all the traditional game-day foods or just on their own. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required […]
The furry little creature is slated to emerge tomorrow and tell us whether we're in for another six weeks of winter or if spring is coming our way. This Saturday's tasting will cover your bases either way, with wines that call for cold days as well as wines that will pique our palates for the […]
Valentines Day is around the corner and this Saturday's tasting is sure to put you in the mood if you celebrate it and ward of the bah humbugs if you don't! $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
The Languedoc, in Southern France, is a HUGE region. We'll be exploring this vast terroir it this Saturday's tasting, so come by and explore with us. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
The title for this tasting is a bit of a pun: green implying both organic/sustainable, and a reference to Saint Patricks Day. We'll be opening up six wines made from certified organic or biodynamic grapes grown and produced using sustainable winemaking techniques. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends […]
The landscape of Italian white wines is as vast as the country itself; from crisp and refreshing to lush and seductive and everything in-between, the whites of Italy have you covered. Stop by for this Saturday's tasting and taste for yourselves. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly […]
Easter is the first true "Spring" holiday. Flowers are sprouting and new life is issuing forth. We'll be opening six bottles that celebrate this bursting into being: come taste! $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
It is too easy to perceive "red wine" as a singular entity. In reality, red wine is a broad category, ranging from inky dark to verging on Rosé, and all the various shades of crimson in between. The wines for this Saturday's tasting occupy the light end of the spectrum and they are exactly what […]
The question of what wine to bring to a dinner party is an age-old conundrum. We want to bring something that stands out yet pairs with the meal; something memorable and unique yet not so off-piste that it alienates people; this Saturday's tasting will help you find wines that satisfy these qualifications. $10 per person; credited […]
Too often we find ourselves reaching for the same wine or wines made with the same few go-to grapes; this is a shame as there are such an amazing array of versatile wines out there. It can often be intimidating to step out of one's comfort zone and try new things, the wines for this […]
Italy has an incredibly broad and diverse wine culture; it is one of our favorites and an oft repeated theme in our tastings. This week we travel south towards Campania, Sicily, and Puglia to discover what these lesser know regions have to offer. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting […]
We're continuing our "Down South" theme for this week's tasting with a trip to Chile and Argentina. Though they've been making wine for centuries, these two countries are only recently beginning to give the fine-wine world a run for its money. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly […]
One of the most valuable things we have learned to take into account when shopping for wine is the importance of the Importer. Most producers zero in on a particular style, or couple of styles, i.e. small producers, specific farming techniques, regions, etc. If one finds a particularly delicious wine, check out the importer label […]
The Russian River Valley is the latest hotspot in perennially hot California Wine. Know for its moderate weather and plentiful micro-climates, the area has become a Mecca for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. We'll be giving doing a deep dive on some of the dynamic wines this region has to offer. $10 per person; credited back with […]
We'll be wising the Good 'Ole U.S. of A a belated happy birthday at this week's tasting. The U.S. has a broad wine landscape and produces some outstanding juice come taste it. We'll also be tasting a bit of Madeira as this was the wine sipped to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence! […]
Washington has a great wine scene that is only now becoming recognized nationally. Come taste what the Northwest corner of the country has to offer. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate
The Rhone Valley is quite large, broadly speaking it is divided into two sub-regions: Northern and Southern. The north is home to the famed hill of Hermitage; iconic Châteauneuf-du-Pape lies to the south. For this week's tasting we will be focusing on wines from up and down the valley, with an eye towards warm weather […]
Talk to any wine professional and ask them what their favorite wine is and nine times out of ten the answer will be the same: RIESLING! Riesling is bright. Riesling has acid for days. Riesling has fresh fruit. Riesling has great aromatics. Riesling can pair with just about anything. The whole "Riesling is sweet" thing […]
With national and global awards and starring roles in movies and TV shows, California Pinot Noir has developed what can only be described as a cult status. From old school producers to micro, garage based wineries and custom crush facilities, it seems that just about every week we're confronted with more delicious examples of California […]
Everyone needs to have a few tricks up their sleeves: a couple of fail-safe recipes that can be whipped up without too much thought; one or two go to jokes that are guaranteed to garner a chuckle; and, most importantly in our minds, a few bottles of wine that are delicious, affordable, and -- just […]
Once a darling of the wine world, Merlot's fate went sideways. With this tasting we are out to reaffirm just how delicious Merlot can be and demonstrate its much deserved place in your hearts. $10 per person; credited back with the purchase of $50 No Reservations Required Tasting ends promptly at 3:00; arrive by 2:45 to participate […]
Halloween is in a couple of days, so our theme for this Saturday is a riff on Trick or Treat: we'll be tasting six classic grape varieties grown in non-classical places. Think Sauvignon Blanc... from Italy, and Syrah... from Morocco. Of course, all of them are delicious, per Arroyo Vino standards, so there's no real trick just the […]
Though the Thanksgiving meal and the faces around the table may change from year to year, the question of what wine to serve with it can be guaranteed to make an appearance. As always, we are here to help! Come check out our six picks for Turkey Day 2024. $10 per person; credited back with the […]