Happy Hour from 4-7pm, and after 9:30pm.

September 14:  Session #3 “Terroir”
We will discuss the importance of terroir in the production of wine. Why many think this is the key factor in grape growing. We will see specific examples of different types of soil composition and taste wines made from grapes grown in each. We will site examples from around the globe.

Upcoming Session:

September 28:  Session #4 “Passport to Wine”
This session explores the different regions of the world. We explore in depth a specific country and focus on the variety of wines produced, including specific regions and typical grape varietals.

October 12:  Session #5 “The Perfect Pairing”
In this session we will explore and experience wine and food pairings, and discuss the complementing characteristics that afford the perfect pairing. This session will be a culmination of the series, drawing insight and intrigue of lessons learned preparing the palate for more practical application.

Tickets $35

Date

All Sessions $150.00 Aug 17 $35.00 Aug 31 $35.00 Sept 14 $35.00 Sept 28 $35.00 Oct 12 $35.00 All Session $150.00

Welcome Justin Vineyards from sunny Paso Robles to sunny Santa Monica for a special tasting of their wines. Justin Winery is a family owned and operated winery making estate grown and produced wines. The property was founded in 1981 by Justin and Deborah Baldwin when they planted their 160 acre property to the major Bordeaux varietals and created their Estate vineyard. Their desire is to make world class wines that reflect the unique soils and climate of their California Central Coast property. Emphasis is placed on making Bordeaux-style blends and single varietals, combining Old World tradition with New World techniques.

Justin Chardonnay
Justin Syrah 2006
Justin Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Justin “Isosceles” 2007

(Flight of Four: $15)

Arrive anytime between 7 & 9pm, no reservations necessary.

Pourtal Wine Tasting Bar is kicking off Santa Monica’s Glow Festival with a special Saturday afternoon Happy Hour in support of Coastal Cleanup Day and Heal the Bay & a special digital exhibition of “Sunlight and Water” later in the evening.

From 12pm to 4pm, Pourtal will be offering a selection of 5 different premium wines and beer for only $5.50 plus tax with 50 cents from every glass sold donated to Heal the Bay’s beach clean up efforts.

For more information on Coastal Clean Up Day:

http://www.healthebay.org/volunteer/ccd/default.asp

Starting at 7pm, We will be digitally projecting “Sunlight and Water”:

As part of GLOW 2010, Pourtal Wine Bar presents the Los Angeles digital premiere of artist/photographer Mark Robert Halper’s Sunlight and Water: Celebrating the Winemakers of Santa Barbara County.  Projected on five screens, including one right on Santa Monica Boulevard, come view the beautiful artwork of our local vintners, sip some of their wines and meet the photographer behind the series, Mr. Mark Robert Halper.  Enjoy our small plates menu all night long as we party into the late hours and enjoy this special occasion.

As part of GLOW 2010, Pourtal Wine Bar presents the Los Angeles digital premiere of artist/photographer Mark Robert Halper’s Sunlight and Water: Celebrating the Winemakers of Santa Barbara County.  Projected on five screens, including one right on Santa Monica Boulevard, come view the beautiful artwork of our local vintners, sip some of their wines and meet the photographer behind the series, Mr. Mark Robert Halper.  Enjoy our small plates menu all night long as we party into the late hours and enjoy this special occasion.

Details to follow, but it’s sure to be a great event with Andrew from Andrew’s Cheese Shop sharing some of his finest cheeses to be paired with wines picked out by Pourtal’s Wine Director, Rachel Bryan.