Port Wine Session with Cynthia Opsal

Port - one of the oldest classified wines in the world. Since the 1600s, Port has been recognized as a favourite of kings and nobility. Travel through the Douro Valley with Cynthia Opsal and learn about the basics including key regions, key grape varieties, climate, geography, wine making and food pairings. This is a great place to start your wine education!

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Port Wine 101

CA$30.00

Fall 2023

"Port Wine!" Port and it's many styles are excitingly versatile. It's a great addition to today's fine dining scene. Let Cynthia Opsal, Western Canada's Top Port Wine specialist, show you the way to Port Wine.

Cynthia will introduce the different styles of port wine highlighting classic port wine and food pairings. With an illustrious 400 year history to the port trade, there are stories and traditions to be discovered and shared. Join us for your exclusive trip to the Douro Valley, Porto & the magic of Port wine.

Session

7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom lasting approximately 1.5 hours.

Bring a Bottle

Bring your bottle of Port, grab a glass, invite a close friend, order take out and get ready for a trip into the heart of Port Wine from the comfort of your living room using the power of Zoom!

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Tawny & Beyond!

CA$30.00

Fall 2023

Tawny Port is a seductress! Join Cynthia Opsal, Western Canada's Top Port Wine Expert for a night of Port history, geography, wine making styles, and food pairings. Learn what differentiates Tawny from Ruby and Vintage Port. Travel to one of the world’s oldest and most famous wine regions – the Douro Valley and the city of Oporto. Feel the heat, board the boats and sip away.

Session

Tuesday at 7:30 pm (PST) for 1.5 hours on Zoom.

Bring a Bottle

Bring a bottle of Tawny, grab a fresh glass, invite a friend, order take out and get ready to tour the Douro Valley from the comfort of your home using the power of Zoom!

Reserve Your Spot

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Vintage Impossible!

CA$30.00

Fall 2023

"Vintage Impossible!" For one night only, join Cynthia Opsal, Western Canada's Port Wine expert and learn how about Vintage Port - one of the most famous wines in the world. Cynthia will demonstrate how to open an old bottle of vintage Port with hot Port tongs. It'll be a night to remember. You'll tour the Douro River Valley visiting some of the oldest producers and finest vineyards. Discover what differentiates Single Quinta Vintage Port from Classic Vintage Port and more.

Session

7:30 pm on Zoom lasting approximately 1.5 hours.

Bring a Bottle

Bring your bottle of Vintage Port, grab a fresh glass, invite a curious friend, order take out and get ready to tour the Douro River Valley from the comfort of your home using the power of Zoom!

Reserve Your Spot

Credit Card: Reserve your spot using our online store.

Who is Cynthia Opsal?

Cynthia is a member of La Confraria do Vinho do Porto. an organization recognizing individuals for their contribution to the promotion & education of port wine. She is also the  Brand Ambassador in Western Canada for The Fladgate Partnership. She's a long time contributor to the wine & spirit trade as well as a WSET Level 3 graduate. You can follow Cynthia on IG, Twitter & Clubhouse @cynthia_opsal