How are you staying cool during the heat? Our tasting rooms are fully air-conditioned, and the back patio in Phoenix even has misters—we have what you need to still enjoy tasting events during this hot, hot Summer!
Keep reading for all the details on this month’s wine tasting events, our newest Grand Crew wine club selections, and a new blog post about the dos and don’ts of shipping wine in hot weather.
August 2023 Grand Crew Wine Selections
We are excited to announce our Grand Crew wines for August 2023!
Our Grand Crew selections offer an elevated wine experience every month. A collection of premium wines you likely wouldn’t have otherwise tasted.
We can’t wait for you to try these bottles and hope you’re able to discover something new that you love about wine!
August’s Selections:
Longavi | Cementerio | Chenin Blanc | 2020
Maule Valley, Chile
Sokol Blosser | Kalita Vineyard | Pinot Noir | 2021
Yamhill-Carlton, Willamette Valley, Oregon
For tasting notes and details about the producers, visit the Grand Crew page of our website.
RSVP here for the Pickup Party on
Saturday, August 5th 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!
World & National Wine Holidays
August 2023
Mark these dates in your calendar, and contact your Cellar Manager to source the perfect bottles for each occasion!
World Albariño Day
August 1st
Albariño Week
August 1-5
National White Wine Day
August 4th
International Prosecco Day
August 13th
International Pinot Noir Day
August 18th
National Red Wine Day
August 28th
International Cabernet Sauvignon Day
August 31st
Wine Tasting Events
August 2023
Stop By & Try!
Are there tasting events you want to attend, but the times don’t work with your schedule? Stop by the respective Vinum 55 location anytime between 3-4:30 PM before the scheduled event to try a splash of each wine from the lineup so you never miss a drop.
Stop By & Try Eola Hills Tasting
Wednesday, Aug. 2nd, 4-5:30 PM, CHD
Grand Crew Pickup Party
Saturday, August 5th, 1-3 PM, PHX & SCT
*To pick up your wines in CHD, please reach out to the team at: chandler@vinum55.com
Bordeaux Bingo
Thursday, Aug. 10th, 5-7:30 PM, CHD
Share a Glass With Erika
Meet the newest member of the V55 SCT Team!
Saturday, Aug. 12th, 1-3 PM, SCT
The Regions: Rhône Valley
Tuesday, Aug. 15th, 5-7 PM, CHD
Refreshing European Whites & Reds Stop By & Try
Wednesday, Aug. 16th, 5-7 PM, PHX
Sanguis Tasting
Wednesday, Aug. 23rd, 5-7 PM, SCT
Wine & Cheese Night
Thursday, Aug. 24th, 5-8 PM, PHX
Blind Tasting: Red Wines
Thursday, Aug. 24th, 5-6 PM, CHD
Champagne & Bordeaux Tasting
Tuesday, Aug. 29th, 5-7 PM, PHX
Miner Family Wines Tasting
Wednesday, Aug. 30th, 5-8 PM, SCT
RSVP on the Events page of our website
*If an event you would like to attend is full, please fill out the new ‘waitlist’ form for the event. When we have cancellations we will fill the events from our waitlists.
Dos & Don’t of Shipping Wine in Hot Weather
Summer temperatures are at all-time highs—is it still safe to ship wine? Whether you have purchased wine from your favorite producer, or you’re moving and in need of transporting your entire collection, your wine deserves proper treatment to maintain its quality every step of the way.
Click here to read more.
Thank you for being part of our Vinum 55 community. We look forward to sharing a glass with you soon!