March Lehigh Valley Chapter BYOB
BYOB at Cumin N Eat
Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM
3333 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown 18103
(in the Dorneyville Shopping Center)
Hosted by Ann Vlot
Register at LVAWS.org by Friday, March 6th
Join us for a tasty Indian Experience rated 5 of 5 on Trip Advisor!
Please remember to bring glasses and wine to share.
Any questions call Ann Vlot 610-393-6498
March Lehigh Valley Chapter Tasting
Zinfandel vs. Primitivo
Sunday March 15, 2026 – 2:00PM to 5:00PM
Hosted by Joe Pugliese and Kevin Campbell
Casa di Italia
6616 Ruppsville Road, Allentown, PA 18105
Cost $55 / person
Register at LVAWS.org by Sunday, March 8th
Limited to 50 people
Zinfandel and Primitivo are one of those great wine world “same but different” stories. They’re genetically identical grapes, yet they’ve evolved into two distinct personalities because of where they’re grown, how they’re farmed, and the styles winemakers aim for. Think of them as twins raised in different households — the DNA matches, but the expression diverges. Zinfandel from California and Primitivo from Italy.
In this tasting we will have the opportunity to taste and compare the two wines side by side and weigh in on which we prefer. Be prepared for some fun banter between Joe and Kevin and some wonderful wines.
April Lehigh Valley Chapter BYOB
BYOB at Zio’s Pizzeria
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
4660 Broadway, Allentown, PA 18104
(located in the Tilghman Square Shopping Center)
Register at LVAWS.org by Wedneday, April 1st
A family owned Italian restaurant known for it’s authentic New York style pizza, made with family recipes and fresh ingredients.
The restaurant is requesting a maximum of 16 guests so register early!
Remember to bring glasses and wine to share!
April Lehigh Valley Chapter Tasting
Wines of Portugal
Saturday April 25, 2026 – 12:00PM to 3:00PM
Hosted by Bill & Melissa Yenkevich
6616 Ruppsville Road, Allentown, PA 18106
Register at LVAWS.org by Saturday, April 18th
Limited to 46 people
Portugal offers an incredible diversity of wine terroirs and styles and is practically untouched by the “Internationalization” of the wine world - you’ll have to search hard to find Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot. Over 250 native grape varieties are grown for wine here! And the regions cover a range of diversity, from the cooler Atlantic-influenced north to the sun-drenched dry south. You may know Portugal for just fortified port wines and crisp Vinho Verde, but there’s much more to be discovered.
Through a series of high-quality wines, we will explore a few of the major winegrowing regions and grape varieties of the country, from crisp whites to high throttle, rich reds. Plus, some intriguing in- betweens! Amphora-aged white, a 16-year-old red, and a region known for its Burgundy-like qualities.
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