Wine Events for Inland Empire and San Gabriel Valley Area for the Week of July 14 to 19

For seasoned and new wine drinkers alike that want to experience the events of this week, here are the upcoming events for the Inland Empire area:

1. Event: “Flight Night - Ventana Vineyards”

Where: Azo Vino Art Gallery & Wine Bar

When: Beer tasting Wednesday, July 15, 6 to 9 p.m.
Flight Night Thursday, July 16 from 6 to 9 p.m
Wine & Live Music Saturday from 8 to 11 p.m.

Join Galen on Thursday flight night for wine from Ventana Vineyards and come by Saturday for wine, beer, with music by John Castillo & Zollie Polk

Located at: 144 W. Badillo St, Covina, CA

Phone: (626) 732-9827 Call ahead for reservations
Hours: Tues-Sat 2-11 p.m. Sunday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Monday

2. Event: “Summer Values...Wine Tasting”

Where: At the San Dimas Wine Shop & Tasting Room

When: Tue., July 14 through Sun., July 19 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

This week the event says exactly that. Heidi presents six wines that are easy on the budget and perfect for summer entertaining. Price: $12.99 per person.

For more information, go to: San Dimas Wine Shop & Tasting Room

Located at: 225 W. Bonita Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773

Phone: (909)971-94252

4. Event: Tax Free Wednesday and Wine Class Saturday
Where: California Wine and Cheese
When: Every Wednesday, and Wine Class on July 18 at 3 p.m.

Join Monrovia’s best wine & cheese bar for a tax free wine tasting event every Wednesday. This week, try wines from the Napa and Sonoma regions. On Saturday come back for a special wine class with Master Sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitizer.

For more information, go to: California Wine & Cheese

Located at: 115 W. Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016
Phone: 626-358-6500

3. Event: “Sake Tasting at Kabuki Japanese Restaurant”
Where: Kabuki Restaurant
When: July 14 (Tuesday), Session one: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Session 2: 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Discover sake a whole new way on this sake and food pairing event with Master Sake Sommelier, Yuji Matsumoto and a chance to win prizes!
Price: $25 for 1, $40 for couple, $20 per person for 3 or more.

For more information, go to Kabuki Japanese Restaurant
Location: 12595 N. MainstreetRancho Cucamonga, CA 91739

Phone: (909) 646-8555

4. Event: “Reds, Whites, and The Blues”

Where: The Sycamore Inn

When: Thursday, July 16, 2009 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

This is The Sycamore Inn’s annual event of Red, Whites, and Blues. This year, enjoy 20 wines from a variety of wineries. Included are appetizers and music by blues Band , The Mama's Boys. Come early to get the best seats, this will be a sell out event.
Price: $25 (includes appetizers and music)

For more information, go to: Sycamore Inn

Located at: 8318 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga, Ca 91730

Phone: (909) 982-1104

If you attend any of these events, please be sure to tell them, Michael J from Lifestyle Food & Wine sent you.