February 2013
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Fortaleza Meet & Greet at the Charleston

Wildly humorous, charming, and knowledgeable about all things tequila, we invite you to come meet artisan tequilero and owner of Tequila Fortaleza Guillermo Sauza. The Charleston will have two signature Fortaleza cocktails (see below) on special. Also enjoy samples (neat) of the Blanco, Reposado and Añejo.

FATHER CONFESSOR
Fortaleza Reposado, Averna, Dolin Dry Vermouth, lavender syrup, lemon juice, splash of orange water

LAZY JUBA
Fortaleza Blanco, Blackberry Shrub, Cocchi Americano, topped with capsaicin/pear soda

When: Tuesday, February 26th
Time: 8-11PM
Location: The Charleston
2076 N. Hoyne Ave, Chicago

No RSVP necessary. 


Pinot in the Windy City!

Brooks will be pouring their famed Pinot Noir with 59 other top Oregon wineries from the Willamette Valley region. Winemakers and winery owners will showcase their wines, which will be complemented by delicious passed hors d'oeuvres and Pinot-friendly bites. 

Location: City Winery Chicago
1200 West Randolph Street

Date: Thursday, March 7, 2013

Consumer Tasting: 6-9pm
Tickets: $65 and available for purchase on City Winery's website

Trade Tasting: 12-4pm
Advance registration is required. Register here.