USA (California) Wine Tasting: A Toast to America at Vichino’s Cafe & Wine Bar – Bonita Springs, FL

Join us as we raise a glass to America!

As our nation celebrates 250 years of independence, we’re featuring one of the most iconic names in American wine: Grgich Hills Estate. This special evening pays tribute to the pioneering spirit that helped put California wines on the world stage.

In 1976, winemaker Miljenko “Mike” Grgich made history when his Chardonnay earned top honors at the legendary Judgment of Paris, the blind tasting that shocked the wine world and forever changed the reputation of American wine. Nearly 50 years later, Grgich Hills remains a benchmark for excellence and one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated wineries.

We’ll explore a lineup of exceptional Grgich wines while discussing the remarkable story behind the winery, the Judgment of Paris, and how California became one of the world’s premier wine regions.

Whether you’re a longtime Grgich fan or simply love discovering great wines, this is the perfect way to celebrate both American history and American winemaking.

Here’s to 250 years of America—and a toast to one of its greatest wine success stories!

Your tasting will be paired with our signature Vichino’s pretzel charcuterie featuring assorted meats, cheeses, fruit, and our famous pretzel nuggets.

Limited seating available.

We ask you arrive on time and be ready to learn! Questions are strongly encouraged, don’t be shy!

Refunds will not be issued unless show is cancelled by venue. Events are subject to change and cancellation.

Tickets are pre-purchase ONLY.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK. All attendees, by purchasing a ticket and/or attending the event, agree to assume all of the risks, hazards and dangers that may arise from, or relate in any way to, the risk of contracting a communicable disease or illness (including exposure to COVID-19, a bacteria, virus, or other pathogen capable of causing a communicable disease or illness) whether occurring before, during, or after the event, however caused or contracted. Therefore, anyone who purchases a ticket and/or attends the event, hereby waives any and all claims against Vichino’s Cafe + Wine Bar, the wine importer/distributer, the presenter, and/or all related sponsors relating to all risks of personal injury, sickness, permanent disability and/or death.

Fine Print: All participants must be 21+ years of age. By signing up for this event and providing your email, you may be added to Vichino’s email list at which you may unsubscribe at any time. Collected phone numbers will ONLY be used to call with order questions, event changes, and/or cancellations. Attendees are subject to photo & video footage during the show to be used in marketing purposes for Vichino’s Cafe & Wine Bar & the performer. Events are subject to change. This includes but is not limited to date, time, theme, presenter, lineup, etc. Vichino’s reserves the right to cancel tickets or refuse admission. Should this occur, a full refund will be issued.