Apres Wine Company

Spring and Summer are upon us. It’s a great time to get out, see friends and pop open a few bottles of wine to go with your picnics, dinners on the deck and beach barbecues. Join us for a wine tasting, stop by for a glass or pick up a bottle. At Après, we have something for every occasion and event. Our dedicated staff will be glad to help you find the perfect pairing! Check out the great activities in store this May and June:

Every Week

Happy Hour! Every Monday-Friday from 4-6pm at Après Wine Company, great deals!

Tasting Tuesdays – Every Tuesday at 6pm Après holds wine tasting events with different themes or featured/visiting winemakers. Includes five wines and three appetizer pairings. 10% discount on wines tasted. RSVP 530-544-9463. See detailed listings below.

Girls’ Night Out! Every Thursday, 4pm-closing – Every Thursday we offer happy hour pricing all night (for guys, too).

May 30th A Special Girls’ Night Out: Meet local Tahoe author Saylor Storm. She’ll be signing copies of her new mystery novel, “Uncorked”. Après Wine Company is even mentioned in the book! We’re excited about this new read!

Après Wine Company Four-Course Tasting Dinner – 4 courses, 4 wines, fabulous! We are offering this menu every Friday and Saturday evening. Call 530-544-WINE (9463) for reservations. See menu on link at right.

Sunday Sippers – Every Sunday, 5-6pm No RSVP Required – Every Sunday promptly at 5pm come to our fun, casual wine tastings. Sample six wines for only $10.

Tasting Tuesday Listings ~ RSVP 530-544-WINE (9463)

May 7, 6pm – Mommy Juice – Take Her Wine Tasting – Are you ready for Mother’s Day? As the big occasion nears, beat the rush and take Mom wine tasting. We’ll serve her favorite bubbly, a white or two and some robust reds that she will love! $20 advance, $25 at door

May 14, 6pm – Please, More Wine & Cheese – Not sure which wine to have with your Brie? Which cheese should you have alongside your Chardonnay? Learn about perfect wine & cheese pairings on May 14. $20 advance, $25 at door.

May 21, 6pm – World Bargains – Time for a little vacation! Travel with us across the globe and sample wines from the world’s finest regions. You won’t want to go home! $20 advance, $25 at door.

May 28, 6pm – Spain vs. South America – Does the language of love affect the wine? Temperamental Tempranillos take on melodramatic Malbecs at this spicy affair! $20 advance, $25 at door.

June 4, 6pm – Bargain Bubbly – Want to impress without spending a fortune? Bring on the bargain bubbly! Prosecco, Cava, Sparkling Wine and more! $20 advance, $25 at door.

June 11, 6pm – Father’s Favorites – Daddy dearest deserves the best! JP will give you a primer on wines dudes like. Bet your bottom dollar the big reds will come out at this tasting! $20 advance, $25 at door.

June 18, 6pm – Southern Hemisphere – Australia, New Zealand, Chile and Argentina are blessed with great wine regions. Get the best on a budget! $20 advance, $25 at door.

June 25, 6pm – 90+ Pointers Under $25 a Bottle – Robert Parker, Steven Tanzer, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator… they rate ‘em and you’ll taste them. Great wines with high scores… all at under $25 a bottle. Don’t miss this extraordinary tasting. $20 advance, $25 at door.

Mark Your Calendar!
Day of Giving Fundraiser
Monday, April 29, 4-7pm

Join us for happy hour and make a donation to ensure the El Dorado Arts Council’s mission, “More Arts in More Places” continues. Meet Tahoe pastel artist Bonita Paulis and visit the Tahoe Art League Gallery’s Open House next door to Après. Donors will be entered into a drawing for great prizes.

Art, wine and supporting a local cause. Another case of doing good while drinking well!

For more information call 530-409-7080

Join us for a fun-filled spring! We’ve got a full roster of events to tempt, tantalize and thrill! Add that to some skiing and snowboarding, and you’ve got a lot of excitement going on here in Tahoe!

Every Week

Happy Hour! Every Monday-Friday from 4-6pm and 9-10pm at Après Wine Company, great deals!

Tasting Tuesdays – Every Tuesday at 6pm Après holds wine tasting events with different themes or featured/visiting winemakers. See detailed listings below or at www.apreswineco.com.

Girls Night Out! Every Thursday, 4pm-closing – Every Thursday we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night (guys, too).

Après Wine Company Four-Course Tasting Dinner – 4 courses, 4 wines, only $44 per person. We are offering this menu every Friday and Saturday evening. Call 530-544-WINE (9463) for reservations.

Sunday Sippers – Every Sunday, 5-6pm No RSVP Required – Every Sunday promptly at 5pm come to our fun, casual wine tastings. Sample six wines for only $10.

Tasting Tuesday Listings ~ Includes five wines and three appetizer pairings. 10% discount on wines tasted. RSVP 530-544-9463.

March 5, 6pm – Big Fat Reds & Blends– Big, bold reds perfect for taking the chill off a winter’s day are paired with robust appetizers. $25 advance, $30 at door.

March 12, 6pm – Napa vs. Sonoma – We’ll leave it to you to decide between the finest each region has to offer. $25 advance, $30 at door.

March 19, 6pm – Pinot Noir & Chardonnay – Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are crowd pleasers, favorites and the subjects of many a movie (e.g. Sideways, Bottleshock). $25 advance, $30 at door.

March 26, 6pm – Pacific Northwest Wines – Discover the wines of the great NW and enter a new world… you’ll sample great Pinot Noirs, bold Red Blends, fine Pinot Gris and more! $25 advance, $30 at door.

April 2, 6pm – California Coast Wines – Take a tour from Mendocino to Santa Barbara and sample California’s great coastal wines. $25 advance, $30 at door.

April 9, 6pm – Europe’s Bargains – Brace yourself for a delicious and easy on the wallet journey across the pond to see what the Europeans are bringing to the party! $20 advance, $25 at door.

April 16, 6pm – Que Sirah, Syrah, Shiraz – Learn the difference between these similar sounding varietals…whatever will be, will be…delicious! $25 advance, $30 at door.

April 23, 6pm – Celebrate Earth Day with Organic, Sustainable and Biodynamic Wines – Do good while drinking well! Earth Day is this week and to celebrate our fair planet sample wines from organic, biodynamic and sustainable growers and producers. $20, advance, $25 at door.

April 30, 6pm – Boutique Family Owned Wineries – Many of the best wines hail from small family owned wineries. With hand-crafted patience and personalized care, their wines are unrivaled for flavor, depth of character and fascinating history. $25, advance, $30 at door.

This Month!

Valentine’s Day Special 4-Course Menu ~ only $59.95! February 14th, of course! You and your sweetie will love our 4 course, 4 wines special menu (click on the menu link on the right). RSVP ASAP 530-544-WINE ~ seating is limited .

Every Week

Happy Hour! Every Monday-Friday from 4-6pm and 9-10pm at Après Wine Company, great deals! 

Tasting Tuesdays – Every Tuesday at 6pm we hold wine tasting events with different themes or featured winemakers. Includes five wines and three appetizer pairings. 10% discount on wines tasted. RSVP 530-544-9463. Detailed listings below.

Girls Night Out! Every Thursday, 4pm-closing – Every Thursday we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night (guys, too).

Après Wine Company Four-Course Tasting Dinner – 4 courses, 4 wines, only $44 per person. We are offering this menu every Friday and Saturday evening (click at right to see the menu). Call 530-544-WINE (9463) for reservations.

Sunday Sippers – Every Sunday, 5-6pm No RSVP Required – Every Sunday promptly at 5pm come to our fun, casual wine tastings. Sample six wines for only $10.

Tasting Tuesday Listings

January 8, 6pm – JP’s Favorite Winter Reds, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Robust reds perfect for taking the chill off a winter’s day – JP shares some of his favorites. $20 advance, $25 at door.

January 15, 6pm – Influence of Oceans & Rivers on Wine, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Learn how the region’s water-influenced terrain affects wine flavors and production. $20 advance, $25 at door. Includes five wines and three appetizer pairings. 10% discount on wines tasted. RSVP 530-544-9463. 

January 22, 6pm – Wines of Oregon & Washington, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Our neighbors to the north are making amazing, award-winning wines that you need to experience. $25 advance, $30 at door.

January 29, 6pm – Wines of the Southern Hemisphere, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Try the fabulous wines from South of the equator and find out why they’re taking the wine world by storm! $20 advance, $25 at door.

February 5, 6pm – “Blend” Ambition, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Winemakers are mixing up the magic to produce wines of unique distinction, both red and white! $25 advance, $30 at door.

February 12, 6pm – Zin, Zin, Zinful! Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Feeling a little ZINFUL as Valentine’s Day approaches? Love yourself some of California’s State Wine! $25 advance, $30 at door.

February 19, 6pm – Wines of Italy, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – A little vino, a few Italian inspired appetizers… fantastico! $25 advance, $30 at door.

February 26, 6pm – Wines of Spain, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – The wines of Spain are wildly affordable and amazingly delicious… muy bueno! $20 advance, $25 at door.

We’ve added an early seating to our New Year’s Eve Celebration dinners because our late seating is sold out! It will be fun way to start the night leaving ample time to head to parties or the casinos later in the evening. Click here for menu.

EARLY SEATING:
Monday, December 31, 2012, 5-7pm
$145 per couple; $75 singles
Seating is limited.
RSVP 530-544-9463

Think Snow! It’s that time of year… we’re all getting excited about skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling… and of course, all things Après! Whether you live here or are visiting, make sure you check out the fun times at Après to follow the outdoor activities. From Monday through Sunday, you’ll find great events, delicious food, good deals and friendly faces in our wine bar. Cheers!

Every Week

Happy Hour! Every Monday-Friday from 4-6pm and 9-10pm at Après Wine Company, great deals! 

Guys Night Out! Every Monday, 4pm-closing – Every Monday through football season we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night (gals, too).

Tasting Tuesdays – Every Tuesday at 6pm Après holds wine tasting events with different themes or featured/visiting winemakers. Tastings generally include five wines and three appetizer pairings unless otherwise noted below. 10% discount on wines tasted. RSVP 530-544-9463. See detailed listings below.

Girls Night Out! Every Thursday, 4pm-closing – Every Thursday we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night (guys, too).

Après Wine Company Four-Course Tasting Dinner – 4 courses, 4 wines, only $44 per person. We are offering this menu every Friday and Saturday evening. Call 530-544-WINE (9463) for reservations. See the menu in the link to the right.

Sunday Sippers – Every Sunday, 5-6pm No RSVP Required – Every Sunday promptly at 5pm come to our fun, casual wine tastings. Sample six wines for only $10.

Tasting Tuesdays – Detailed Listings:

November 6, 6pm – Election Day – Reds, Whites & Brews! Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Whatever your political persuasion, it’s time to toast the end of this election! No more political ads! No more crazy Facebook posts! Just a time to get together with friends, have some beer and wine and prognosticate about SNOW levels! Only $20 advance, $25 at door. This tasting includes one beer, four wines and three appetizer pairings.

November 13, 6pm – Thanksgiving Pairings, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – From the opening toast to the tryptophan induced coma, we’ve got your Thanksgiving needs covered. We’ll pair traditional courses with the perfect bubblies and wines. $25 advance, $30 at door.

November 20, 6pm – Thank You Customers – Last Minute Turkey Bargains (FREE TASTING!), Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Be a good guest and bring good wine to Thanksgiving dinner (they don’t have to know you got a deal)! As a thank you to our wonderful customers, this tasting is FREE… but RSVP ASAP – Seating is limited!

November 27, 6pm – Taste France, Italy & Spain for the Holidays, Santé! Cin cin! Salud! Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Join us for a pre-holiday celebration of world-class wines from France, Italy and Spain. We’ll be trying a white and red wine from each country. $25 advance, $30 at door.

December 4, 6pm – Staff & Local Favorites, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Our inestimable bar staffers, JP, Barb, Danielle, Lauren, Missy, Ashley and Charlie for the apps, will share their personal favorites and share stories about customer picks and pans. No doubt a night of discovery…and laughs! $20 advance, $25 at door.

December 11, 6pm – The Art of the Wine Gift, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Be safe, not sorry! We’ll help you figure out the best wines for your BFFs. Sample your gift before springing them on Mom, The Boss or your Loved One. They’ll thank you! $20 advance, $25 at door.

December 18, 6pm – Holiday Champagne & Sparklers, Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Get bubblicious for the holidays! Find great champagnes and sparklers to make your celebrations special. $30 advance, $35 at door. This is one of our most popular tastings of the year so RSVP ASAP!

 It’s Tahoe’s best time of year. September and October, as we locals know, is when you can experience Tahoe without the crowds but with all the splendor, fun and foodie festivities. Here’s what’s happening at Après Wine Company over the next few weeks:

EVERY WEEK

Happy Hour! Every Monday-Friday from 4-6pm and 9-9:30pm at Après Wine Company, great deals!
Guys Night Out! Every Monday, 4-9:30pm – Every Monday thru football season we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night (gals, too).
Tasting Tuesdays – Every Tuesday at 6pm Après holds wine tasting events with different themes or featured/visiting winemakers. See detailed Tasting Tuesday listings below.
Girls Night Out! Every Thursday, 4-9:30pm – Every Thursday we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night (guys, too).
Après Wine Company Four-Course Tasting Dinner – 4 courses, 4 wines, only $44 per person. We are offering this menu every Friday and Saturday evening. Call 530-544-WINE (9463) for reservations. See attached or visit www.apreswineco.com to see our menu.
Sunday Sippers – Every Sunday, 5-6pm No RSVP Required – Every Sunday promptly at 5pm come to our fun, casual wine tastings. Sample six wines for only $10.

TASTING TUESDAYS ~ Every week a different theme. Includes five wines and three appetizer pairings. 10% discount on wines tasted. RSVP 530-544-9463.

September 18, 6pm – Discover Europe. Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Brace yourself for a delicious journey across the pond and see what the French, Germans and Italians are bringing to the party! $20 advance, $25 at door.  

September 25, 6pm – Que Sirah, Syrah, Shiraz. Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Learn the difference between these similar sounding varietals…whatever will be, will be…delicious! $25 advance, $30 at door.

October 2, 6pm – Green Planet. Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Do good while drinking well! Tonight’s organic, sustainable and biodynamic wines are making this world a better place to live and drink! $20 advance, $25 at door.  

October 9, 6pm – Zin Today! Repent Tomorrow! Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – These zin your face wines need no zintroduction – and they are zinfully delicious! (Sorry, we couldn’t resist all the Zinfandel puns!) $25 advance, $30 at door.  

October 16, 6pm – California Central Coast. Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Santa Cruz, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria and Santa Barbara are more than just stops along the 101 Highway… they’re incredible wine making appellations with growing world-wide renown. Find out why at this special Tasting Tuesday. $20 advance, $25 at door.  

October 23, 6pm – Malbecs & More ~ Our Best from Chile & Argentina. Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Originally a common grape in Bordeaux, Malbec has gained popularity since our friends to the South have perfected it!  We’ll serve five great wines, Malbec, Carmenere, Chardonnay and more from Chile and Argentina. $20 advance, $25 at door.

October 30, 6pm – Wine 101 and Bargains to Boot! Tasting Tuesday at Après Wine Company – Don’t know much about wine? Think you can’t afford it? Think again! This tasting will help you learn some wine basics and guide you toward affordable, delectable choices. $20 advance, $25 at door.  

At Après Wine Company we offer specials and events to make each and every day a delight. From our weekday Happy Hours to our Sunday Sippers, you’ll find new wines and friends to make your time at the wine bar truly enjoyable. Not to be missed is our 4-Course,  4 Wines Dinner for $44 every Friday and Saturday.

Happy Hour! Every Monday-Friday from 4-6pm and 9-9:30pm at Après Wine Company, great deals!

Tasting Tuesdays – Every Tuesday at 6pm Après holds wine tasting events with different themes or visiting winemakers/guest speakers.  Includes five wines and three appetizer pairings. 10% discount on wines tasted. RSVP 530-544-9463.

August 21, 6pm – Cabernet: Cabernet, the King of Grapes – find out how it has earned it’s regal crown. $25 advance, $30 at door.
August 28, 6pm – Great Wine Regions of the World: Join the wine tour and sample the best the wine world has to offer. $25 advance, $30 at door.

Sample the Sierra “Sip & Shop” – September 1, 2-4pm. Join us as we serve Synapse Wines from Placerville at Après Wine Company. $10 includes your wine tasting and appetizers.

Girls Night Out! Every Thursday, 4-9:30pm – Every Thursday we offer happy hour pricing for all, all night (guys, too).

Après Wine Company Four-Course Tasting Dinner – 4 courses, 4 wines, only $44 per person. We are offering this menu every Friday and Saturday evening. Call 530-544-WINE (9463) for reservations. See attached or visit www.apreswineco.com to see our menu.

Sunday Sippers – Every Sunday, 5-6pm No RSVP Required – Every Sunday promptly at 5pm come to our fun, casual wine tastings. Sample six wines for only $10.