Wine Wise Events

2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
$75 in advance/$85 day of event

Sunday, July 14
Aboard The Topsail Sloop Francis: Maine Lobster & Wine Pairings with Chef Tim Labonte
Maine State Pier

Whether you are looking for the prefect bubbly for your party, want to understand label terms for selecting the right sparkling wine for your preferences, or just want to taste and learn more about sparkling wine styles and fine champagnes in particular, join Sommelier Erica Archer, for a guided viticultural tasting and walking tour of the Old Port area as we explore 4 distinct, delicious, and readily available sparkling wines from around the globe at four wonderful restaurants. We will not only taste, but also thoroughly learn about these wines available on their menus and at very affordable prices.

At each stop we will also visit with the managers/Owners/Chef’s to learn about the inspiration behind their restaurant and taste some of their delicious food. You are in for a treat!

Bring your love for wine and your thirst for learning as we explore Sparkling Wines and the regions that influence several styles through tasting and discussions that will build your wine knowledge. You’ll walk away with confidence knowing how evaluate, select, serve, and pair wines and describe what you smell and taste.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, for a guided viticultural tasting and walking tour of Portland’s Old Port area as you explore some incredible red wines of Italy's Veneto Region at four wonderful area restaurants. You'll taste paired foods from each location, learn great tips for pairing food and wine, and hear from the owner's/chef's about the motivations behind their restaurants.

Bring your love for wine and your thirst for learning as we explore the Veneto through its wines and the sub-regions that influence their style through tasting and discussions that will build your wine knowledge. You’ll walk away with confidence knowing how evaluate, select, serve, and pair wines and describe what you smell and taste.

Join us for a gorgeous scenic wine sail on board the 74-foot gaff-rigged topsail sloop, Frances, was built by her Captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced will guide you in a wine education and discussion on the wines of The Loire Valley, France as you sail through Maine’s beautiful Casco Bay. You'll see, swirl, sniff, and taste your way through a fun, relaxed, and social wine education experience.

* Taste and learn about exciting wines The Loire Valley, France
* Find out what makes each wine and wine region different and unique
* Discuss major wine styles, grape varieties, regions, trends and more
* Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting your next bottle of wine
* Learn the basics of tasting or take your wine knowledge to the next level
* Enjoy a gourmet cheeses, artisan breads, and fruit

Join us for a gorgeous scenic sunset wine sail on board the 88-foot schooner Wendameen. Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced will guide you in a wine education and discussion on refreshing summer whites from around the world as you sail through Maine’s beautiful Casco Bay. You'll see, swirl, sniff, and taste your way through a fun, relaxed, and social wine education experience.

* Taste and learn about exciting wines from around the world
* Find out what makes each wine and wine region different and unique
* Discuss major wine styles, grape varieties, regions, trends and more
* Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting your next bottle of wine
* Learn the basics of tasting or take your wine knowledge to the next level
* Enjoy a gourmet cheeses, artisan breads, and fruit

Join us for a gorgeous scenic wine sail on board the 74-foot gaff-rigged topsail sloop, Frances, was built by her Captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced will guide you in a wine education and discussion on the wines of mineral-driven whites of Europe and we'll pair them with fresh oysters shucked right on board as you sail through Maine’s beautiful Casco Bay. You'll see, swirl, sniff, and taste your way through a fun, relaxed, and social wine education experience. You'll see, swirl, sniff, and taste your way through a fun, relaxed, and social wine education experience.

* Taste and learn about exciting wines from Europe
* Find out what makes each wine and wine region different and unique
* Discuss major wine styles, grape varieties, regions, trends and more
* Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting your next bottle of wine
* Learn the basics of tasting or take your wine knowledge to the next level
* Enjoy fresh oysters that are shucked right on board the Francis.

Join us for a gorgeous scenic wine sail on board the 74-foot gaff-rigged topsail sloop, Frances, was built by her Captains and crew on Portland's waterfront. Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced and Chef Tim Labonte of Eve's In the Garden will delight you with a series of 4 Maine lobster dishes and wine pairings as you sail through Maine’s beautiful Casco Bay. You'll see, swirl, sniff, and taste your way through a fun, relaxed, and social wine education experience. You'll see, swirl, sniff, and taste your way through a fun, relaxed, and social wine education experience.

* Taste and learn about the wide variety of lobster-friendly wines from around the world.
* Find out what makes each wine and wine region different and unique.
* Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting your next bottle of wine
* Learn the basics of tasting or take your wine knowledge to the next level
* Hear tips of preparing these pairings from Chef Tim Labonte.

Join Sommelier Erica Archer, CWP, WSET Advanced, for a guided wine tasting discussion aboard the M/V Casablanca as you cruise through Maine’s beautiful Casco Bay. You'll see, swirl, sniff, and taste your way through a fun, relaxed, and social wine education experience.

* Taste and learn about exciting wines from regions all over the world
* Learn the basics of tasting or take your wine knowledge to the next level
* Find out what makes each wine and wine region different and unique
* Discuss major wine styles, grape varieties, regions, trends and more
* Learn what to expect from certain terms on a wine label when selecting your next bottle of wine
* Enjoy fresh and local farm to table food prepared by The Farmer’s Table