Tastings

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This Month at The Wine Country

 

Friday tastings: These are seated and more in-depth; held in a smaller, quieter setting with a guided tasting format. Reservations are required due to limited seating.

Saturday tastings: These are casual and walk-in friendly; guests stand while tasting and follow along with a printed sheet as each wine is poured. No reservations are needed.

August Tastings


Friday August 29

7:30 p.m. $50 plus tax. Reservations Required.

Timeless Loire Valley Magic - Featuring Guest Importer Aline Thiebaut

Sold out! Please call 562-597-8303 for the waitlist.

Samantha Dugan welcomes back the charming and dedicated importer/owner of Aline Imports in a sampling of her brilliant wines from Sancerre, Vouvray & Anjou, including the super-rare, mind-blowing wines of the Belargus estate.


Saturday August 30

1–4 p.m. $25 plus tax. No Reservations Required.

The Elegant Wines of Alsace - Dry Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, and more!

From dry Riesling to spicy Gewürztraminer and elegant Pinot Gris, Alsatian wines bring intensity, aromatics, and versatility to the table. These Northern French wines are some of the most food-friendly in the world. Come see what they’re all about!

 

September Tastings

 

Friday September 5

7:30 p.m. $50 plus tax. Reservations Required.

Randy’s 30th Anniversary Tour of France!

Randy Does the Rhône Valley

Reserve here

We’re continuing our 30th Year Celebrations with an ode to France, and the Rhône Valley is the perfect starting point. With sun-drenched vineyards, ancient villages, and bold, soulful wines, the Rhône sets the tone for everything we love about French wines. We’ll taste through the structured Syrahs of the north and the famous blends of the south. There’s always surprises when Randy does the Rhône!

 

Saturday September 6

1–4 p.m. $25 plus tax. No Reservations Required.

Our Favorite Chardonnays from California’s Celebrated Central Coast

Chardonnay takes on a wide range of styles across California’s Central Coast, from crisp and coastal to rich and textured. Michael Frank has selected standout bottles that show just how versatile and expressive Chardonnay can be when grown in the right places. Whether you like lean or oaky, we’ll have something for everyone!

 

Friday September 12

7:30 p.m. $55 plus tax. Reservations Required.

Randy’s 30th Anniversary Tour of France!

Classic Red Burgundy & Beaujolais – With Owner Randy Kemner

Reserve here

Randy will guide you through the red wines of Burgundy, from the structured Pinot Noirs of the Côte d’Or to the vibrant Gamays of Beaujolais in the south. We’ll explore everything from everyday Bourgogne Rouge to complex Grand Crus, and highlight how both Pinot and Gamay reflect the nuance of their sites. This tasting shows why Burgundy remains one of the world’s most compelling wine regions, top to bottom.

 

Saturday September 13

1–4 p.m. $30 plus tax. No Reservations Required.

September Sparklers!

Sparkling Wines from France, Italy, Spain, California, and more!

Sometimes, we just need a little bubbly. We’ve got a bunch of new, fun sparkling wines that we can’t wait to share with you. This exciting afternoon will feature joyful bubblies in many styles, including Prosecco, Cava, Crémant de Loire and more!

 

Thursday September 18

7:30 p.m. $18+ plus tax. Reservations Required.

Wine Country On the Rox! Dos Boots Mezcal Tasting

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You’ll explore the flavors and story behind Dos Boots Mezcal, guided by their expert brand representative. This tasting includes curated samples, an educational segment on agave spirit production, and a live Q&A.

 

Friday September 19

7:30 p.m. $55 plus tax. Reservations Required.

Randy’s 30th Anniversary Tour of France!

Exploring White Burgundies – With Owner Randy Kemner

Reserve here

Celebrate Randy’s birthday by sharing spectacular white wines from Meursault, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Pouilly-Fuissé, Chablis and more. As the home of Chardonnay, you’ll discover the world’s most compelling expressions of it originate right here.

 

Saturday September 20

1–4 p.m. $25 plus tax. No Reservations Required.

Discover the Hottest New Wines from The Vice Cellars – With Special Guests from The Vice!

The Vice began with a deep focus on Napa Valley and now produces expressive, small-batch wines from Napa and beyond. We'll be joined by special guests from The Vice team as we explore a fresh, thoughtful take on California wine from one of the region’s most exciting new producers.

 

Friday September 26

7:30 p.m. $60 plus tax. Reservations Required.

Randy’s 30th Anniversary Tour of France!

Our Fall Bordeaux Kickoff – With Owner Randy Kemner

Reserve here

Tonight, Randy features wines from France’s most celebrated and sought-after wine region: Bordeaux. Legendary wine estates and petite chateaux will be on tap with wines from Margaux, Pauillac, St. Estéphe, St. Julien, Graves, Saint-Émilion, and Pomerol. Recent vintages have been spectacular, and you won’t want to miss this incredible evening.

 

Saturday September 27

1–4 p.m. $25 plus tax. No Reservations Required.

Our Finest Reds From Chianti & Chianti Classico

Chianti and Chianti Classico share a name, but offer a wide range of styles, aging requirements, and personality – all from the same grape – Sangiovese. As Italy’s most famous wine region, we’re showcasing Tuscan wines with impressive depth of flavor. Featured estates include Badia a Coltibuono, Fèlsina, Lanciola, Selvapiana, and more!

 

The Wine Country Store

The Wine Country

2301 Redondo Avenue, Signal Hill, CA 90755

For More Information and Reservations, Phone: (562) 597-8303

Tasting Policies:

  • MUST BE 21 OR OVER
  • Cancellation Policy: Cancel 24 hours prior for a full refund. No-shows and same-day cancellations are non-refundable.
  • Seating Arrangements: Call us for seating requests.
  • Outside Food: Please avoid bringing outside food.
  • One taste per wine per person.
  • Friday events: Check-in starts at 7:00 p.m., event starts at 7:30.
  • Saturday events: Check-in ends 30 minutes prior to event conclusion.
  • Dress warmly as our store is kept at 68°F.
  • We recommend a designated driver or ride-sharing service.
Tasting -- Fall Bordeaux Kickoff! - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 26th @ 7:30pm
$60.00
($60.00 Incl. tax)
in stock
Tonight, Randy features wines from France’s most celebrated and sought-after wine region: Bordeaux.
Tasting -- Fall Bordeaux Kickoff! - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 26th @ 7:30pm
Tonight, Randy features wines from France’s most celebrated and sought-after wine region: Bordeaux.
$60.00
($60.00 Incl. tax)
Tasting -- Exploring White Burgundies - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 19th @ 7:30pm
$55.00
($55.00 Incl. tax)
in stock
Celebrate Randy’s birthday by sharing spectacular white wines from Meursault, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Pouilly-Fuissé, Chablis and more.
Tasting -- Exploring White Burgundies - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 19th @ 7:30pm
Celebrate Randy’s birthday by sharing spectacular white wines from Meursault, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Pouilly-Fuissé, Chablis and more.
$55.00
($55.00 Incl. tax)
Tasting -- Classic Red Burgundy & Beaujolais - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 12th @ 7:30pm
$55.00
($55.00 Incl. tax)
in stock
Randy will guide you through the red wines of Burgundy, from the structured Pinot Noirs of the Côte d’Or to the vibrant Gamays of Beaujolais in the south.
Tasting -- Classic Red Burgundy & Beaujolais - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 12th @ 7:30pm
Randy will guide you through the red wines of Burgundy, from the structured Pinot Noirs of the Côte d’Or to the vibrant Gamays of Beaujolais in the south.
$55.00
($55.00 Incl. tax)
Tasting -- Randy Does the Rhône Valley - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 5th @ 7:30pm
$50.00
($50.00 Incl. tax)
in stock
We’re continuing our 30th Year Celebrations with an ode to France, and the Rhône Valley is the perfect starting point. With sun-drenched vineyards, ancient villages, and bold, soulful wines, the Rhône sets the tone for everything we love about French wine
Tasting -- Randy Does the Rhône Valley - Randy's 30th Anniversary Tour of France! on September 5th @ 7:30pm
We’re continuing our 30th Year Celebrations with an ode to France, and the Rhône Valley is the perfect starting point. With sun-drenched vineyards, ancient villages, and bold, soulful wines, the Rhône sets the tone for everything we love about French wine
$50.00
($50.00 Incl. tax)
Tasting -- Timeless Loire Valley Magic - Featuring Guest Importer Aline Thiebaut on August 29th @ 7:30pm
$50.00
($50.00 Incl. tax)
in stock
Samantha Dugan welcomes back the charming and dedicated importer/owner of Aline Imports in a sampling of her brilliant wines from Sancerre, Vouvray, Anjou & Saumur, including the super-rare wines of the Pithon-Paille and Belargus estates.
Tasting -- Timeless Loire Valley Magic - Featuring Guest Importer Aline Thiebaut on August 29th @ 7:30pm
Samantha Dugan welcomes back the charming and dedicated importer/owner of Aline Imports in a sampling of her brilliant wines from Sancerre, Vouvray, Anjou & Saumur, including the super-rare wines of the Pithon-Paille and Belargus estates.
$50.00
($50.00 Incl. tax)