Private Wine Tasting Gourmet Dinner

With this offering, 12 people will participate in a private wine tasting and food pairing at The Aspen Lane Wine Company's winery, located in east Aurora. The Aspen Lane Wine Company not only is a working winery, but a showcase of inspired art crafted by members of the disability community. The winery is proud to display dozens of pieces of art, including 12 large pieces that have been created by children and adults who are resilient and successfully overcoming their disabilities every day.

While enjoying the artwork, the individuals will be able to sample eight different wines, spanning the spectrum from sweet white to a bold red. They will learn how to taste wine and discover the underlying flavors in each varietal. They will also be able to experience the art of wine pairing by tasting tempting hors d'oeuvres created by the winery's private chef; yes, they will get eight small plate appetizers paired with eight wines! Not only will they taste wine from a glass, but they will have the opportunity to taste wine directly from the barrel and learn how to discern the subtle differences between French and American barrels and their influence on the winemaking process.