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Ciao Asheville and Metro Wines kick off 2023 with an “on the house” tasting of Raffaldini Vineyards wine. The tasting is Wednesday, February 8th, 5:00-6:30pm “at the bar” at Metro Wines, 169 Charlotte Street, Asheville. 

Raffaldini is located in Ronda, North Carolina, in the rolling foothills of the Swan Creek Wine Appellation within the Yadkin Valley. This family-owned winery brings Tuscan charm to North Carolina. Known widely as “Chianti in the Carolinas” Raffaldini currently produces only classically dry Italian style wines ranging from reds like Sangiovese Classico, whites like Vermentino and a sparkling Prosecco style wine.

This is a great opportunity to meet Raffaldini’s winemaker who will present several wines to taste and discuss the Italian varietals they grow. They also use an old winemaking method from north eastern Italy, called appasimento, to dry the grapes before crushing to create wines from North Carolina with more depth and character in this notoriously wet climate.

This event is free and no registration is necessary. For more information call Metro Wines at (828) 575-9525.

All are “grower” Champagne 
 
Grower Champagnes or Artisan Champagnes are Champagnes produced by the estate that owns the vineyards where the grapes are grown. Récoltant-Manipulant is the term in French, and Grower Champagnes can be identified by "RM" on the wine label.[1] While large Champagne houses such as MummMoët et Chandon and Veuve Clicquotmay use grapes from as many as 80 different vineyards in the Champagne region to create a consistent house style, Grower Champagnes tend to be more terroir-focused, sourced from a single vineyard or closely located vineyards around a village, and made with grapes which vary with each vintage.[2] Today there are over 19,000 independent growers in the Champagne region,[citation needed] accounting for nearly 88% of vineyard land in the region; around 5,000 of these growers produce wine from their own grapes.[citation needed] Of the Champagne imported into the US in 2014, only 5% was Grower Champagne.[3]
The French Fête is SOLD OUT. We post this Wine Dinner Menu only to encourage you to watch for MetroWines Wine Dinners Going forward!
This one is Hosted by Chef Sam Etheridge of AMBROZIA Catering and Jean Philippe Bourgeois of JPBourgeois Imports
Tuesday, 13 December 2022 08:07

Menu for An Italian Wine Dinner on 12-21!

An Italian Dinner in The Parlor of The Asheville Beauty Academy on Wednesday, December 21st, with Zach Eidson, Sommelier, of General Manager of MetroWines and Chef Sam Etheridge of Ambrozia Bar and Bistro.
Monday, 12 December 2022 17:39

NYE Midnight in Paris

Please join MetroWines for "Midnight in Paris" on Saturday, December 31st in The Parlor at The Asheville Beauty Academy, 28 Broadway Street. 
 
We start the evening at 5pm and celebrate until 8pm with “Midnight" cheers at 6pm. "Because when it's 6pm in Asheville, it's already Midnight in Paris!" And, after dinner, please stay and continue the party with us upstairs in The Parlor or downstairs!
Monday, 05 December 2022 13:07

WSET Wine classes LIVE @MetroWines

wset

WSET Level One, Two and Three Award in Wines Classes

Coming to Asheville School of Wine

The MWWine School, an approved program provider for the globally recognized WSET,

will offer the certification classes, perfect for wine and food professionals and wine enthusiasts,

live and in-person, starting January 23rd

Asheville, NC – November 30th, 2022 – MWWine School, an approved program provider for the globally recognized Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET) certifications, today announced that WSET Level One, Two and Three Award in Wines classes will launch in Asheville, North Carolina in January 2023. The WSET certification courses, which are offered in partnership with the Asheville School of Wine, are among the most prestigious wine industry qualifications in the world and are ideal for beginners, connoisseurs, and wine and food industry professionals.

The WSET Level One Award in Wines class will take place January 31st with Level Two taking place January 24th, 25th and January 30th in Asheville. The classes offer foundational principles for wine tasting, and wine and food pairing, as well as key knowledge about winemaking, viticulture, and the wine regions of the world. 

“I am so impressed with the enthusiasm and knowledge of the students who attended my seminars in Asheville this August and am thrilled to be bringing these world-class certification courses to this world-class food and wine city,” said Webber. “I am also pleased to continue my partnership with The Asheville School of Wine as we further expand access to a curriculum that will not only enhance wine professionals and enthusiasts’ love of wine, but that will also increase their wine knowledge, further develop their palates and help them achieve professional certifications.”

Classes will be taught by MWWine School Director Melanie Webber, a WSET certified wine educator and sommelier. Melanie holds the Diploma in Wine and Spirits from WSET, as well as the Wine Scholar Guild’s (WSG) French Wine Scholar and Spanish Wine Scholar certifications. She recently taught two sold-out wine tasting and food and wine pairing seminars in Asheville through the Asheville School of Wine and has taught in Paso Robles and Los Angeles since 2018, helping hundreds of industry professionals – from winemakers, to chefs to tasting room personnel – and wine lovers achieve their WSET certifications. Her MWWine School is also an approved program provider for the WSG’s Spanish and French Wine Scholar courses, which will be offered in Asheville later in 2023.

The Classes

Level One Award in Wines is a beginner level introduction to wine suitable for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine. Students will explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately, as well as learning food and wine pairing, wine service and etiquette. It includes tasting of 10 wines. Go Here to Register!

 

Level Two Award in Wines is for individuals seeking a core understanding of a wide range of wines. This qualification explores the major grape varieties of the world and the regions in which they are grown. Through a combination of tasting and theory, students will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these wines with confidence. The course includes tastings of over 30 wines. Successful candidates receive a certificate and lapel pin for the internationally-recognized WSET Level Two Award in Wines. Go Here to Register!

Wednesday, 30 November 2022 10:25

Tapas at Zambra

Please join us on December 15th at 6:30 for Tapas at Zambra paired with wines from Jean-Christian Rotagni. Located at 85 Walnut Street in Asheville, Zambra presents the tastes and traditions of the Western Mediterranean offering a contemporary take on tapas and wine pairings. In between the romantic amber-lit ceiling and smooth stone floor is a festive atmosphere that holds true to the name which means “gypsy dance of celebration.” 
Saturday, 26 November 2022 09:20

Sushi Rolling Class with Sake

Please join us on Saturday, December 17th from 2 to 4pm for "Sushi Making Class and Sake Tasting" at The Asheville Beauty Academy located at 28 Broadway Street in downtown Asheville.
Saturday, 19 November 2022 14:37

Argyle Sparkling Wine Tasting

Please join us on Friday, December 16th, from 4pm to 6pm @MetroWines on Charlotte Street to taste three Sparkling Wines from Argyle, a pioneer in sustainability and a leader in domestic sparkling wines. In addition to the extraordinary wine craft showcased in these sparkling wines, all three are remarkably affordable! The event is "on the house" and "at the bar."
 
Thursday, 10 November 2022 13:36

French Fête for The Holidays

About: French Dinner with Chef Sam Etheridge and Importer JP Bourgeois @MetroWines

Please join us on Thursday, December 15th @MetroWines for The French Fête. Start the holiday season with innovative dishes by Chef Sam Etheridge of AMBROZIA paired with wines from Asheville based importer Jean Philippe Bourgeois.The evening starts at 6:30 with a Champagne Toast followed by seating at 7pm for a four course menu. The first course will be paired with a lovely White Bordeaux and the next two courses will each be partnered with a red Bordeaux with the last course with  a wine from St. Emilion, all expressing the wide range and styles of this famed region. What could be more French?
Tuesday, 08 November 2022 14:31

Limoncello Making Class

Ciao Asheville wraps up our 2022 line of events just in time for the holidays. Join us on Sunday, December 11 at 2pm to learn how to make the popular Italian Liqueur, Limoncello. Howard Rampersaud, Food and Wine Traveler in Italy, will present the process pursuant to an authentic Italian recipe garnered from his travels.

Howard will demonstrate the process from start to finish, including bottling this magic elixir and give us shopping and packaging advice, too. Typically made from grain alcohol, Howard will also discuss how to make limoncello from vodka, which has a lower alcohol content. And you’ll get to sample both versions to see which one you like best! You’ll also get to take home a copy of Howard’s recipe.

Sunday, 16 October 2022 08:43

Rhubarb

 
Thursday, 06 October 2022 09:45

AMBROZIA, "The Bear" and Materra Wines

Chef Sam Etheridge of AMBROZIA cooks "The Bear," as seen on HULU, and pairs his take on the dishes with Materra Wines all presented in a casual cocktail party atmosphere with food and wine stations. A representative of the winery will join us and be available to answer questions.

The event is $50 (plus tax). Call (828) 575-9525 or Shop Online Here
About: Sovereign Remedies Partners with Metro Wines for a Dinner at Asheville Beauty Academy.
 
Please join us on Tuesday, November 1st for dinner with Sovereign Remedies in the Parlor of the new event space, the historic building known as the Asheville Beauty Academy, located at 28 Broadway Street in Asheville. You will be greeted with a glass of Sparkling CAVA at 6:30 and seated for a 5 course dinner at 7pm.
 
Monday, 26 September 2022 14:08

Olivia Rose

 
Monday, 26 September 2022 14:07

Dana Simmons

 
Monday, 19 September 2022 13:51

Foundations of Wine with Andy Hale at ABTech

Andy Hale, Director of The Asheville School of Wine @MetroWines presents "Foundations of Wine" at ABTech Tuesday Evenings 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. October 11 through November 1

RM 225, Magnolia A-B Tech Asheville Campus

Fees: Course: $112 Course selection Number: SEF-7848-017WT

Thursday, 08 September 2022 12:48

Booksigning and Fundraiser

Join Malaprop’s and Metro Wines on Sunday, October 16th, from 1 to 3:30 at Metro Wines, 169 Charlotte Street in Asheville, for a rare in-person event with award-winning authors Barbara Quick (What Disappears) and Gavin Larsen (Being a Ballerina: The Power and Perfection of a Dancing Life).Authors will mix with the crowd and read select passages from their work, illuminating the world of ballet past and present. 
"Metro Wines, beautifully restored to its 1923 roots, is the perfect location for this event" says John Kerr, co-owner of Metro Wines. "The art of preservation hosts the art of writing."
Tuesday, 30 August 2022 15:34

AMBROZIA PopUP 2

Please join us on Thursday, October 13th, starting 6:30 @MetroWines Charlotte Street. Chef Sam Etheridge of AMBROZIA Catering prepares innovative dishes, all paired with wines from Trione Vineyards and Winery presented by Tom Leiner of Grapevine Distributors.
 
"Over the summer, AMBROZIA was welcomed back to Asheville at the 1st PopUP Dinner @MetroWines," says Gina Trippi, co-owner of MetroWines, "And now, with this second event, we can say with confidence, that AMBROZIA is definitely back home!"
 
Sunday, 21 August 2022 17:40

Ashe and Lexi

 
Sunday, 21 August 2022 17:39

Favor, Cello and Bishop

 
Sunday, 21 August 2022 17:39

Ruby

 
Tuesday, 16 August 2022 08:40

Regan

 
Monday, 15 August 2022 15:26

Learn to Make Pasta!

Ahhhhhh… pasta!! The ultimate comfort food. And making fresh pasta is easy. Let us show you just how easy it can be! Join Ciao Asheville as we team up with Metro Wines and q.b. Cucina for a series of pasta-making classes. We’ll start with a live pasta-making demonstration given by Asheville-based Sarah Ubertaccio of q.b. Cucina. This event will take place on Sunday, September 18, from 12-2pm, at a private local residence in the Beaverdam area with mountain views (address to be provided following registration).
 
Sunday, 14 August 2022 16:01

Shayne

 
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