An evening with Alberto Antonini at Marquis Wine Cellars

Italian oenologist and winery consultant Alberto Antonini will be the guest at Marquis Wine Cellars on Thursday, December 19, 2014. Formally educated in Agricultural Studies from the University of Florence, enology in Bordeaux and at the University of California Antonini leads a very busy and globe trotting life.

OCP-Alberto-Antonini-Eggs 3 — Alberto Antonini at Okanagan Crush Pad

Antonini is a consulting winemaker for Okanagan Crush Pad and it is a rare treat to have him stop in Vancouver. Senior wine maker for two Italian wineries, families Antinori and Frescobaldi as well as a consultant for numerous wineries in Chile, Argentina, the United States, Australia, Spain, Romania, South Africa, and his native Italy.

the drinks business names Alberto Antonini one of the Top 10 Influential Wine Consultants http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2013/12/top-10-most-influential-winemaking-consultants/

A limited number of tickets are available for this tasting event being held at Marquis Wine Cellars, 1034 Davie Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Tickets are $20. 604-684-0445 with proceeds going to BCHF.

This is an exceptional opportunity for lovers of wine.

Wines to be poured include:

TNT Chardonnay 2012
Bartier Scholefield Red 2011
Haywire Switchback Pinot Gris 2011
Haywire White Label Pinot Noir 2011
Haywire Rose 2011
Haywire “The Bub” 2011

As well as two new Okanagan Crush Pad offerings:

Haywire Canyonview Pinot Noir 2011
Haywire Switchback Pinot Gris 2012