We are on cloud wine, Portland Wine Week is taking place again this year from June 10th-June 16th, 2024!
Celebrating the best of what this seaside “Restaurant City of the Year” has to offer, Portland Wine Week is a comprehensive experience for wine enthusiast, drawing in attendees from all over the United State to Maine to enjoy seminars, tastings, weeklong deals, special events, and more!
Most, if not all, events are expected to sell out quickly. To ensure you don’t miss out on the fun, here’s a glimpse at a few events you cannot miss this 2024 line-up!
More to come as the schedule builds…
Wine Sails
There’s no better way to enjoy fine wine than aboard the 74-foot Sailboat, Frances as it heads out on Portland’s Casco Bay promising scenic views of lighthouses, islands, and waterways. Presented by Wine Wise, some of current sails still available (they go quickly!) includes the Wine & Food Sail with Chef Mimi Weissenborn of Sur Lie; Celebrating Women Winemakers Wine Sail; Wine & Food Sail with Chef Paolo Laboa of Solo Italiano; Wine Sail: South Africa. Full list on the website.
Wine & Food Sail with Chef Mimi Weissenborn of Sur Lie
Weeklong
Premium Wine Pairings @ Twelve | Tuesday, June 11th – Sunday, June 16th from 5:00PM – 9:30PM
“Join Sommelier Jenn Forge and Chef Colin Wyatt for an unforgettable one-week-only offering at Twelve. Jenn will be pouring premium wine pairings, including some world-renowned wines, from tête de cuvée champagne to grand cru wines and everything in between, each selected to enhance and complement Chef Wyatt’s delicious four-course prix fixe menu made from local, seasonal ingredients.”
Rosé Week at Central Provisions
Rosé Week @ Central Provisions | Monday, June 10th – Sunday, June 16th for Brunch, Lunch and Dinner
“Central Provisions is taking the occasion to paint the week pink! All week long Sommelier Victoria Barthelmes will be featuring rosé wines from some of her favorite producers from across the globe—from light and elegant to full-bodied and complex, they’ve got a style of rosé that you will truly enjoy alongside their incredibly delicious food. They are excited to showcase all the things that a rosé can be.”
Domaine Eden Chardonnay + Shef Mimi’s Lobster Popover @ Sur Lie| Tuesday, June 11th – Saturday, June 15th from 5PM – 9PM
Glass of 2020 Domaine Eden, Chardonnay, Santa Cruz Mountains, California
- “Look out, lobster rolls. Michelin Star-recommended “Shef” Mimi Weissenborn’s signature Lobster Popover is stepping into the spotlight all Portland Wine Week-long. James Beard Award semi-finalist for outstanding hospitality, Sur Lie is offering a weeklong opportunity to enjoy the delicious, buttery lobster dish perfectly paired with a glass of the 2020 Domaine Eden Chardonnay grown at high elevation in California’s Santa Cruz Mountains District. A match made in heaven. No one would judge you if you got it every single day of Portland Wine Week!”
The Future (of Wine) is Female @ Friends & Family | Thursday, June 13th – Sunday, June 16th from 4PM – 9PM
“Join Friends & Family Thursday – Sunday for a celebration of female and nonbinary winemakers! Each day will feature a special bottle from some of their favorite producers, each showcasing a different region, growing style, or winemaker journey. This is your chance to savor some truly rare and delicious selections, all available by the glass and by the bottle. All of the wines will also be clearly marked and available for purchase so that you can take your favorite bottles home with you.”
Special Tastings + Events
Wearable Flower Arrangements & Sips at ViA VECCHiA
Wearable Flower Arrangements & Sips @ ViA VECCHiA | Sunday, June 16th from 11:30AM – 1:30PM | $88 PP – All Inclusive
“Adorn yourself in flowers during this unique event atViA VECCHiA. Hosted by Sommelier Susannah Gleason, you’ll sip on four wines while florist Morgan Wagner-Holz of Elder Farm and Forage guides the creation of a gorgeous floral headband, wrist cuff, or pocket square. Choose whether to make a gorgeous floral headband, wrist cuff, or pocket square during booking.”
Bubbles & Brunch @ Ocotillo | Friday, June 14th from 10AM – 3PM
“Ocotillo [oh-koh-tee-yo], a new brunch spot coming to you from the amazing team at Terlingua, is welcoming Maine’s Oyster River Winegrowers for a one-time event! Chef Al Zoni will prepare Mexican and Southwestern Springtime-inspired flavors that will pair perfectly with the distinct, natural, terroir-driven wines made by the acclaimed Oyster River Winegrowers team in midcoast Maine!
Wines will be offered by the glass alongside a delicious a la carte menu. Winemaker Brian Smith will be present to talk with guests about the winemaking process and story of Oyster River, a small farm winery in Warren, Maine.”
Wine Dinner: 5-Course Cantele of Puglia with Fred Mullins @ Isa Bistro | Wednesday, June 12th from 5:300PM – 9PM | $150 PP
“Get whisked away to southern Italy with Isa Bistro during a delicious five-course dinner highlighting the wines of Cantele. Chef Isaul Perez will create bistro-style fare to complement this beautiful lineup of wines that showcases the native grapes of Puglia, Italy. A James Beard 2023 Semi-Finalist, Isaul’s unique style combines his Mexican heritage with extensive experience cooking French and Italian cuisine. His wife and fellow co-owner, Sommelier Suzie Perez and Fred Mullins of Vias Imports will guide you through five delicious wines of Cantele.”
For the full list of Portland Wine Week events head to their website here.
