The next gathering of the Executive Club Wine Interest Group is in June. There is no event in May.
June 19: Italy
Host: Sarah Bell, 2001 Bentbrook Dr, Champaign
The plan for this year is A World Tour of Wine, with each month’s offerings highlighting wines from a particular country or region of the world. The plan is for no instruction, perhaps just a few opening comments, with wines served at tasting stations – no sitting at large tables. There will be brief notes about the wines available as handouts and electronically.
Debbie Hirschi provides all wine and glasses (if the host would like them), and Shari Fox provides cheese and crackers. If the host would like to provide appetizer-sized foods that represent the region highlighted, that is entirely up to her. Debbie is happy to make suggestions for pairings. If you are interested in hosting one of the open sessions, please contact Shari Fox atsharifox@uif.uillinois.edu.
The cost for each event remains $15 per person – including hosts and guests – and will go toward the cost of the wine and snacks. Please pay in cash at the door.
Here is the schedule for the remainder of the year.
June 19: Italy
Host: Sarah Bell, 2001 Bentbrook Dr, Champaign
July 17: The Rest of the Old World – Spain, Germany, Austria and Portugal
Host: Debbie Hirschi, 2402 High Meadow Lane, Champaign
September 18: The Southern Hemisphere
Host: TBD
October 16: Think Pink in Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Host: TBD
November 20 (subject to change): Back in the States
Host: Jeannette Beck, 2204 Noel Dr, Champaign
December 18: A Celebration of Wine and Food from Around the World
Host: Debbie Hirschi, 2402 High Meadow Lane, Champaign
