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LearnAboutWine.com Presents the 4th Annual STARS of Merlot

A virtual & interactive presentation involving you and the experts!

Merlot is once again gaining ground and LearnAboutWine is gathering the brightest STARS in Merlot for a virtual tasting on October 26th. This 60 MINUTES OF MERLOT MADNESS is in alignment with the #MERLOTME movement, and features wines from a diverse and amazing array of terroir. The winemakers themselves will appear as guest speakers! STARS events present a unique opportunity to taste the best and learn about the current trends and perspectives of the experts. Per organizer Ian Blackburn, “This lineup of producers is sensational and not to be missed.”

LearnAboutWine services over 3,000 wholesale accounts and will also perform a virtual trade tasting via Zoom. Noted top accounts will be invited to participate, and receive a tasting kit delivered via local courier.

Evening participants will have a choice of (a) tasting flight kit (2.0 oz) or (b) bottle kit delivered to your door. Early Bird tickets are on sale now - limited to 40 guests. Prices increase as the event date approaches! Visit STARSOFWINE.COM for tickets and information.

Featured Wineries & Representatives

  • Bernardus Winery, Santa Lucia Highlands, California
    Hosted by Rob Baker, Director of Sales & Marketing

  • J. Bookwalter, Columbia Valley Washington
    Hosted by John Bookwalter, Owner & President

  • McIntyre Family Wines, Arroyo Seco
    Hosted by Steve McIntyre, Founder & CEO

  • Once & Future Wine, Sangiacomo Vineyard, Carneros
    Hosted by Joel Peterson, Winemaker

  • Sullivan Rutherford Estate, Napa Valley
    Hosted by Jeff Cole, Winemaker

  • One BLIND Merlot, to be named later and blind tasted at the event.



Earlier Event: October 25
Masters of Merlot: Four Experts Reveal All