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Unveiling the Secrets of the Sommelier Retreat

In celebration of Virginia Wine Month, join us as we uncover the intrigue and vast flavors of wine—from local varietals to European classics—during this three-day retreat. Spend your stay in coastal Virginia enjoying guided tastings and intimate lectures led by sommelier and Master of Wine Travis Brazil.

Experience the entire series to uncover the best of Chesapeake Restaurant’s extensive wine list and depart with a renewed appreciation for the world of wine.

Sunday, October 11

Introduction to sommelier Travis Brazil and Chesapeake Restaurant’s wine collection

  • 5–6pm, View Room
  • $55 per person, 3 wines will be tasted

Monday, October 12

History of Wine Lecture – A journey through the history wine from its origins to today

  • 11am–12pm, View Room
  • $65 per person, 4 wines will be tasted

Introduction to our European wines – Italy, France, Spain

  • 5–6pm, View Room
  • $55 per person, 3 wines will be tasted

Tuesday, October 13

Demystifying the Wine Label Lecture – Steps for translating wine labels from any region

  • 11am–12pm, View Room
  • $65 per person, 4-5 wines will be tasted

Unveiling the Secrets of the Sommelier

  • 5–6pm, View Room
  • $55 per person, 3 wines will be blind tasted

Register

Please contact Activities at (804) 438-5000 or activities@tidesinn.com to register.

Price

All events are available for guests and friends of the community. Each event may be booked a la carte or reserved as a package for $240 per person.