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K&L Tastings: Rhône's Legacy: Inspired Wines from Around the World, Tasting Tuscany's Benchmarks

Oct 2, 2025, 8:01 PMklwines
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Dynamic Tastings at Your Local K&L Store

Special Tastings and Events

Saturday, October 18th
K&L Champagne Tent Event (Hollywood)

Sunday, October 19th
K&L Champagne Tent Event (Redwood City)


The rosters are set for this week's in-store tastings, so please mark your calendars for an afternoon (or two) of fascinating and fun exploration with fellow wine and spirit lovers and our K&L staff. Please read below for more details on our upcoming events.

In-Store Tastings

Thursday, October 2nd
All Stores: October Wine Club Member Tasting & Pickup

Friday, October 3rd
All Stores: Rhône-Style Wines Around the World

Saturday, October 4th
All Stores: Tasting Tuscany's Benchmark Wines

October Wine Club Member Tasting & Pickup

Thursday, October 2nd
No cost for Wine Club Members + 1 additional guest!
$5 for non-member walk-ins.

4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Hollywood
4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Culver City
4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L San Francisco
4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Redwood City


Wine Club

K&L Wine Club Members—join us on the first Thursday of each month to taste a selection from all six of our wine clubs and pick up your current club shipment. This event is no cost for wine club members, plus one additional guest! $5 for non-member walk-ins. Join us and taste a sample of our October Club Offerings:

Vintage Item Name Retail Wine Club Link
H. Blin Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne $49.99 $34.99 View
2024 Coriole "Estate" Fiano McLaren Vale South Australia $19.99 $14.99 View
2024 Domaine la Colombe Coteaux Varois en Provence Rosé $13.99 $9.99 View
2022 Colombaio "Campale" Chianti $24.99 $19.99 View
2023 Domaine de la Ganse "L'In(é)dit" Vacqueyras $29.99 $24.99 View
2021 Shypoke "The Keep" Calistoga Napa Valley Red Blend $39.95 $24.99 View

Please visit your store location's reservation page to purchase tickets in advance:
Walk-ins permitted as capacity allows. Line-up subject to change.
K&L Hollywood
K&L Culver City
K&L San Francisco
K&L Redwood City

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Rhône's Legacy: Inspired Wines from Around the World

Friday, October 3rd
$15 per ticket
4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Hollywood
4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Culver City
4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L San Francisco
4:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Redwood City


Ascona

The Rhône Valley has long been celebrated for its powerful Syrahs, soulful Mourvèdres, and expressive blends, but these varieties have also found inspiring new homes far beyond their French roots. From the rugged hills of California to the sun-drenched vineyards of Australia, winemakers across the globe have embraced the Rhône tradition, crafting wines that balance regional character with a shared lineage of bold fruit, savory spice, and age-worthy structure. This tasting brings together classic benchmarks alongside exciting New World interpretations, offering a unique chance to explore the full breadth of Rhône-style expression.

Vintage Item Name Retail Link
2023 Birichino "Enz Vineyard - Old Vine" Lime Kiln Valley Mourvèdre $39.95 View
2022 Madson "Ascona Vineyard" Santa Cruz Mountains Syrah $44.95 View
2021 John Duval "Plexus" GSM Barossa Valley South Australia $32.99 View
2023 Coriole "Dancing Fig" Rhône Blend McLaren Vale South Australia $14.99 View
2023 Domaine Courbis "Champelrose" Cornas $44.99 View
2022 Domaine Durieu "Lucile Avril" Châteauneuf-du-Pape $49.99 View

Please visit your store location's reservation page to purchase tickets in advance:
Walk-ins permitted as capacity allows. Line-up subject to change.
K&L Hollywood
K&L Culver City
K&L San Francisco
K&L Redwood City

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Tasting Tuscany's Benchmark Wines

Saturday, October 4th
$40 per ticket
1:00PM-4:00PM — K&L San Francisco
1:00PM-4:00PM — K&L Redwood City
3:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Hollywood
3:00PM-6:00PM — K&L Culver City


Tuscan Benchmarks

Tuscany stands as one of the world’s most celebrated wine regions, producing reds of both tradition and innovation that rank among Italy’s finest. From the timeless elegance of Brunello di Montalcino to the bold character of the Super Tuscans, these wines set the standard for quality, pedigree, and distinction. This tasting brings together benchmark producers and bottlings that capture the essence of Tuscany, offering a rare opportunity to experience the region’s most definitive expressions side by side.

Vintage Item Name Retail Link
2019 San Polino "Helichrysum" Brunello di Montalcino (Elsewhere $90) $59.99 View
2020 Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino (Elsewhere $120) $89.99 View
2020 Costanti Brunello di Montalcino (Elsewhere $110) $89.99 View
2020 Fèlsina Fontalloro Toscana (Elsewhere $75) $49.99 View
2021 Petra Toscana Rosso (Elsewhere $80) $59.99 View
2021 Castello di Ama "L'Apparita" Toscana $259.99 View

Please visit your store location's reservation page to purchase tickets in advance:
Walk-ins permitted as capacity allows. Line-up subject to change.
K&L Hollywood
K&L Culver City
K&L San Francisco
K&L Redwood City

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K&L Champagne Tent Event

Saturday, October 18th
Hollywood | 3:00 - 6:00pm

Sunday, October 19th
Redwood City | 2:00 - 5:00pm

$150 per ticket | 50+ Champagnes | Local Cheese & Charcuterie


Champagne Tent

Our popular fall Champagne event returns! Get ready for a lively afternoon of bubbles and bliss!

This is the event that we know you’ve all been waiting for! We’re thrilled to bring our most anticipated sparkling soirée back to Redwood City and Hollywood! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon as we welcome an extraordinary lineup of our favorite Champagnes for a tasting experience like no other.

A handpicked group of some of our favorite grower-producers will be flying in direct from France to pour their wines exclusively for K&L guests. Meet the passionate vignerons behind labels such as Alexandre Le Brun, Franck Bonville, Launois, Courtois, Alain Lallement, H. Blin, Baron Fuente, Fallet Dart, Egrot, A.D. Coutelas, Le Brun de Neuville, and Aspasie. This is a special opportunity to engage directly with the people who cultivate the vines, craft the wines, and shape the future of grower Champagne.

In addition to these hidden gems, we’ll also be showcasing marquee producers and iconic houses that define the world of luxury Champagne. Expect selections from Billecart-Salmon, Louis Roederer, Krug, Ruinart, Laurent-Perrier, and more—poured by knowledgeable representatives eager to share their stories and expertise.

With over 50 Champagnes to explore, accompanied by artisanal cheeses and charcuterie from one of our favorite local caterers, this is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season in style.

Don't miss our annual Champagne celebration—only at K&L. This event sells out every year, so purchase your tickets early!

Lineup is subject to change.

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Mark Your Calendars for These Upcoming Events:

Thursday, October 9th - Pinot Noir from Around the World: A Blind Tasting Challenge!
(All Stores)
Friday, October 10th - Greer Rutherford: A Rare Napa Valley Vertical
(San Francisco, Redwood City and Hollywood Only)
Saturday, October 11th - Burgundy's Rising Stars Unveiled (All Stores)
Saturday, October 11th - Wolves Whiskey (Culver City Only)


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