August is nearly here—you may be settling into a normal routine after summer travel, and back-to-school supplies are already in stores (gasp!). Whether you need something new in your glass to enjoy poolside, or to pair with a monsoon storm this month, we’ve planned ahead to be sure you never go thirsty.
Here are a few highlights:
- 5 delicious new Grand Crew wine club selections 🍷
- 2 upcoming events in our World Cup of Wine event series 🏆
- The official Grand Opening of our Allen, TX location is coming up on Aug. 5th 🎉
Keep reading for all the details you need to be certain you don’t miss a beat this month.
Grand Crew Selections August 2022
We are excited to announce our Grand Crew wine selections for August 2022. There isn’t a specific theme for this month’s selections other than the fact that these wines knocked our socks off! You can read more about each specific wine on the Grand Crew page of our website.
Included This Month:
Ingrid Groiss | Grüner Veltliner | Weinviertel | 2020
Weinviertel, Niederösterreich, Austria
Scarpetta | Friulano | Frico | 2020
Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Azienda Agricola Elvio Tintero | Vino Rosso | 2020
Barbera | Dolcetto | Cabernet Sauvignon | Nebbiolo
Piedmont, Italy
Vignobles Brunier | Vin de Pays du Vaucluse | Le Pigeoulet | 2019
Grenache | Syrah | Carignan | Cinsault
Vaucluse, Rhône Valley, France
Clos la Coutale | Cahors | 2019
Malbec | Merlot
Cahors, Southwest France, France
Click here to RSVP for the Pickup Party on Saturday, August 6th from 1-3 PM.
See you there!
Ready to Join the Crew?
Click here to read more about our wine club, details about this month’s selections, and even sign up right on our website!
Vinum 55 Allen
Grand Opening Celebration!
Aug. 5th, 5-8 PM, Allen, TX
We are thrilled to celebrate the newest addition to our Vinum 55 family with an unforgettable event! The celebration includes a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Mayor of Allen, TX, champagne toast, photo ops, and a wine pairing experience with Vinum 55 Sommeliers showcasing the best in local catering.
Read our press release in Wine Industry Advisor!
*This event is open to all wine lovers. If you have wine-loving friends in the Dallas, TX area, let them know about this event! RSVP here.
World & National Wine Holidays
August 2022
Mark these dates in your calendar, and contact your Cellar Manager to source the perfect bottles for each occasion!
International Albariño Day
August 1st
International Prosecco Day
August 13th
National White Wine Day
August 4th
International Pinot Noir Day
August 18th
International Cabernet Sauvignon Day
August 30th
Wine Tasting Events
August 2022
Light Reds Wine Tasting
Wednesday, July 27th, 5-8 PM, Scottsdale
World Cup of Wine Match #2
Thursday, July 28th, 5-7 PM, Chandler
P. J. Valckenberg Tasting
Friday, July 29th, 5-7 PM, Phoenix
World Cup of Wine, Final Match
Thursday, Aug. 4th, 5-7 PM, Phoenix
Grand Crew Pickup Party
Saturday, July 2nd, 1-3 PM, PHX & SCT
*To pick up your wines & tasting sheets in CHD, please reach out at chandler@vinum55.com
A Tour of French Reds & Rosés
Thursday, Aug. 11th, 5-7 PM, Chandler
Battle Creek Cellars Tasting
Thursday, Aug. 11th, 5-8 PM, Scottsdale
Try-It Tuesday!
Tuesday, Aug. 16th, 4-5:30 PM, Chandler
Mexican & Portuguese Wines
with Nossa Imports
Thursday, Aug. 18th, 5-7:30 PM, Chandler
Pinot Noir Comparative Tasting
Wednesday, Aug. 24th, 5-7:15 PM, Chandler
Spire Collection
Premium Australian Tasting
Friday, Aug. 26th, 5-7:30 PM, Scottsdale
RSVP on the Events page of our website
World Cup of Wine Event Series
World wine regions will go head-to-head, who will be the champion?
July 28th & Aug. 4th
At the first tasting, Spain handily beat Italy 56 to 44. The United States will face off against France at Match #2 in CHD. At the third and final tasting event on 8/4 in PHX, the previous winners, and wild card participants, will compete to determine the final winner. You won’t want to miss these epic tastings—join in on the fun!
RSVP on the Events page of our website
The Truth About
Preservatives In Wine
The topic of preservatives in wine is one that has been hotly debated by winemakers and wine lovers alike. Without these ingredients, the wine you love would spoil or no longer be fit for consumption. Click here to learn more!
Thank you for being a valued member of our Vinum 55 community, we hope to see you at a tasting event soon!