Jancis Robinson main beef with wine tastings for trade and media is that they lack food to be paired with and enhance the whole experience.
That will not be the case if I understood the program notes well with Great Match 2011, a showcase of Spain's vivacious varietals from lesser known Godello and Macabeo to Tempranillo and Garnacha.
Let's not forget Pedro Ximenez a favorite of many chefs including Jose Pizarro.
I look forward to attending Great Match 2011 kickoff in New York on October 6.
The tour moves on to Seattle on October 13 and Atlanta on October 25th.
Of the 3 stops, only New York offers consumers (after the trade-media session) a chance to discover a few gems with public tasting from 6 to 8:30 PM.
Tickets are available online only for $60 per person. They will not be sold at the door.