The 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival is the longest in the park’s history, clocking in at 87 days. With so many food and beverage events, planning your itinerary can be overwhelming. Here are our top five places to drink wine at the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival that promise to be both enlightening and delicious.
August 31, 2019 at 4:30 PM
Tokara Wines (Beverage Seminar)
Tokara is a rising star of South Africa’s Stellenbosch region. The winery excels at a wide range of varietals, from intense Cabernet Sauvignon to vibrant Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc blends. It’s hard to access the full range of Tokara wines, so this tasting saves you a (rather lengthy) trip to South Africa. Admission is $19 per guest.
Saturday 7th and 8th, respectively, at 2:30 P.M.
Scallop & Wine / Shrimp & Wine (Food & Beverage Pairing)
Andrea Robinson, Master Sommelier & John Robinson, Culinary Expert
Hear from James Beard Award-winning author and Master Sommelier Andrea Robinson. Robinson will share her extensive wine knowledge, going in-depth on scallop and shrimp pairings with her husband, culinary expert John Robinson. Admission is $29 per guest.
September 20, 2019, 2:30 P.M.
Vegan & Wine (Food & Beverage Pairing) Michael Jordan, Master Sommelier, Siduri Winery and Brad Kilgore Alter, Kaido, Ember & Brava, Miami
Pairing wine with vegetables is no easy task. Michael Jordan, one of only fifteen people in the world certified as both a Master Sommelier and Wine Educator, will tackle this challenge alongside acclaimed restaurateur Brad Kilgore. Admission is $29 per guest.
September 20, 2019, 4:30 P.M.
Susana Balbo Winery
Susana Balbo is hailed by many as one of the best winemakers in Argentina. Balbo’s award-winning line is extensive, ranging from rich, complex Bordeaux-style blends to fresh whites. Her daughter, winemaker Ana Balbo, will lead the session. Admission is $19 per guest.
2019 Party for the Senses
Multiple Saturdays from September 12 – November 5, check calendar for full details
This is the most lavish, multisensory experience to be had at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival. Guests will indulge in an opulent selection of epicurean delights from acclaimed chefs of restaurants including NYC’s Saxon & Parole and Morimoto Asia. Meanwhile, electric artists FEMMES OF ROCK uniquely set the scene. Tickets are $229 for the main dining area and $359 for private seating with exclusive bar service with artisanal cheeses.
Epcot admission is required for all events. Learn more at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival website. To make a reservation for one of these special events, call (407) WDW-FEST.
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