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Cork & Culture: A Tribute to Black Winemakers: Wine Tasting Celebrating Black Winemakers’ Rich Heritage and Contributions

Saturday, March 1 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

$55.00

Featuring Wine Expert Leslie Frelow

Savor a curated selection of exceptional wines while engaging in enlightening discussions about their origin stories and the future of Black wine culture. Enjoy delicious snackable appetizers that perfectly complement each pour.  Sample six wines. Experience the vibrant flavors and inspiring narratives that shape this dynamic community. Cheers to diversity in every glass!

The Wine Concierge is a minority-owned and woman-owned business founded by Leslie Frelow, who previously worked for several years in the public policy industry for public and non-for-profit organizations. Following her passion, Ms. Frelow’s beginnings with her wine-focused business, Vino 301 Wine Concierge, started in January 2013 with regional wine tours and special events programs. She holds a Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits (WSET). Encouraged and inspired by her industry peers, she has had the honor of participating as a judge in regional wine competitions, which included the 2019 Maryland Governor Cup and Maryland’s Comptroller’s Cup.

The excitement revolving around Ms. Frelow’s wine tourism and education programs, as well as her dedication to supporting winemakers of color and women-owned wineries, have inspired her to launch The Wine Concierge’s unique internet retailer business in the District of Columbia in 2020.

Ms. Frelow has also discovered ways to celebrate minority-owned winemakers and connect with like-minded wine enthusiasts through the podcast, The Swirl Suite, hosted by Sarita Cheaves, Tanisha Townsend, Glynis Hill, and Ms. Frelow. The podcast (https://www.swirlsuite.com/), which features engaging interviews with wine professionals such as Melissa Schulte of Black Ankle Vineyards, Eric Turner of Hip Hop Juice Box, Burnie Williams of Chats Wine & Liquor, and winemakers at the Essence Wine Festival, serves as an inspiring resource for established and aspiring wine entrepreneurs.

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Cork & Culture: A Tribute to Black Winemakers: Wine Tasting Celebrating Black Winemakers' Rich Heritage and Contributions (03-01-25)
$ 55.00
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Date:
Saturday, March 1
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost:
$55.00
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Hill Center DC
921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20003 United States
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Phone
202.549.4172
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