Schedule
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August 12-15TH, 2021
The Vail Wine Classic is a premier destination event where master winemakers and enthusiasts gather to enjoy wine in beautiful Vail, CO. Join us August 12-15th for a mountainside tasting of hundreds of high end wines, spirits and food.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
2021 Event Schedule
The Grand Tastings
Friday & Saturday
EARLY ACCESS & GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS AVAILABLE
More Info: Age 21+ | Outdoor | Wine | Beer | Spirits | Small Bites
The Classic’s Grand Tasting features an impressive selection of hundreds of domestic and international wines, plus premium craft beer and spirits. In an effort to provide a better and safer tasting experience for our patrons, we’ll be hosting multiple sessions of the Grand Tasting. All sessions will feature the same beverages and samples. Located in beautiful Vail, Colorado prepare for a unique sensory immersion.
Get Early Access Tickets for extra time at the festival.
Double Trouble - All Day Access
Friday & Saturday Grand Tastings
ATTEND BOTH OF FRIDAY OR SATURDAY’S GRAND TASTING SESSIONS INCLUDING EARLY ACCESS
More Info: Age 21+ | Outdoor | Wine | Beer | Spirits | Small Bites
Exclusive access to attend both Friday or both Saturday Grand Tastings. This allows for a leisurely sampling of as many wines and restaurants as you’d like during the entire afternoon. Double Trouble includes Early Access to both sessions.
Wine Dinners & Paired Lunches
More Info: Age 21+ | Wine Pairing | Full Meal | Sommelier | Winemaker
A celebration of local food and fine wine! The Vail Wine Classic is proud to kickoff a weekend of great wine and food with a series of wine dinners and paired lunches at local establishments in Vail.
Full schedule and tickets available in April
Lifestyle & Classroom Seminars
More Info: Age 21+ | Educational | Experiential | Winemaker
Seminars play into a variety of interests and activities. You could take a hike with a winemaker followed by a paired lunch; learn the basics of wine pairing at home; or taste why the wine glass really does make all the difference.
Full schedule and tickets available in April
Safe Sips - How It Works
COVID Safety at the Festival
Safe Sips – How It Works
The safety of our guests and wineries is our top priority! To keep you safe, we’ve implemented a few rules for a safe event. We fully anticipate these changing by the time this event happens. Thank you for working with us on these.
- Masks may be required in some areas of the festival when mingling and chatting with wineries
- Collect samples from the wineries on your tray and take your beers back to your area to remove your mask and drink your samples with your group.
- Temperature Checks upon entry to the festival
- Hand Sanitizer will be readily available all over the event
- View full COVID Safety details
Biggest Weekend Events
Stroll Breckenridge Sold Out
Walk-about tasting along Main Street
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor/Outdoor | Walk-Around Tasting | Wine, Beer, Spirits only
Stroll down Breckenridge’s delightfully preserved old mining town main street to savor a wide collection of wine, beer and spirits. The Stroll Stop venues include art galleries, tasting rooms, and other historic spaces. At each stop, a subset of wine, beer and spirit representatives will sample their favorites, as well as provide as much detail as you want to learn! The focus of this tasting is the libations, and we end the event right in time to make your dinner reservation at one of Breck’s excellent restaurants. As you stroll through town, note the restored structures and take in the beautiful art at the galleries! This is much more than your usual art walk with as many as 10-15 wines, beers, or spirits to sample at each stop.
Download the Stroll Breckenridge Map
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
New In 2019 - Two Sessions for the Grand Tasting!
In an effort to provide a better tasting experience for our patrons, the Grand Tasting will host two sessions Saturday. This allows us to limit tickets, shorten lines, and provide a more intimate event. Select the time that works best for you – first session or second – both will feature the same wine, food, and entertainment.
VIP - The Grand Tasting, First Session Sold Out
Get the VIP treatment at the Grand Tasting
More Info: Age 21+ | Outdoor | Wine | Beer | Spirits | Small Food Samples
Receive exclusive treatment at this year’s Grand Tasting. NEW in 2019, the event will host a VIP area within the Grand Tasting footprint. The VIP area, located on the Riverwalk Center lawn, will host specialty wines and food not found in the GA area. As a VIP, experience First Taste – first access into the event before GA – as well as reserved seating, a glass upgrade, and tasting plate. Prepare for a unique sensory immersion at the grand finale of the weekend.
New to the Breckenridge Wine Classic? Learn more about the event.
Riverwalk Center address: 150 W Adams Ave, Breckenridge, CO 80424
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
The Grand Tasting – Second Session Sold Out
The Grand Finale of the Weekend
More Info: Age 21+ | Outdoor | Wine | Beer | Spirits | Small Food Samples
Don’t miss the grand finale and largest gathering of the weekend! The Grand Tasting culminates with an impressive selection of hundreds of domestic and international wines, premium craft beer and spirits, and gourmet local food purveyors. Located in the heart of Breckenridge at the Riverwalk Center, prepare for a unique sensory immersion.
Riverwalk Center address: 150 W Adams Ave, Breckenridge, CO 80424
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
VIP - The Grand Tasting, Second Session Sold Out
Get the VIP treatment at the Grand Tasting
More Info: Age 21+ | Outdoor | Wine | Beer | Spirits | Small Food Samples
Receive exclusive treatment at this year’s Grand Tasting. NEW in 2019, the event will host a VIP area within the Grand Tasting footprint. The VIP area, located on the Riverwalk Center lawn, will host specialty wines and food not found in the GA area. As a VIP, experience First Taste – first access into the event before GA – as well as reserved seating, a glass upgrade, and tasting plate. Prepare for a unique sensory immersion at the grand finale of the weekend.
New to the Breckenridge Wine Classic? Learn more about the event.
Riverwalk Center address: 150 W Adams Ave, Breckenridge, CO 80424
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Ticket Package to Crush the Weekend
Weekend Packages Sold Out
Stroll Breckenridge & The Grand Tasting - First Session
Stroll Breckenridge & The Grand Tasting - Second Session
More Info: Age 21+ | Stroll Breckenridge | Grand Tasting
Get the best of both worlds! This discount package includes a ticket to Friday’s Stroll Breckenridge and a ticket to the Saturday Grand Tasting (first or second session). This special offer will be available for a limited time.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Sip Into Seminars
Breck Uncorked: Wine Dinner Series Sold Out
Alexander Valley Vineyards
More Info: Age 21+ | Seated Dinner | Indoor | Wine
A celebration of local food and fine wine! The Breckenridge Wine Classic is proud to kickoff a weekend of great wine and food with a series of wine dinners at local establishments in Breckenridge. This dinner at Hearthstone presents an artfully crafted five course meal and wine pairing with Alexander Valley Vineyards owners and founding winemaker Hank and Linda Wetzel.
Address: 130 S Ridge St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
*Please note, the dinner is a fixed menu and we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests. Wines and courses are subject to change, but only for the better.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Breck Uncorked: Wine Dinner Series Sold Out
Aurum Breckenridge with selections by Master Sommeliers
More Info: Age 21+ | Seated Dinner | Indoor | Wine
A celebration of local food and fine wine! The Breckenridge Wine Classic is proud to kickoff a weekend of great wine and food with a series of wine dinners at local establishments in Breckenridge. This dinner at Aurum presents an artfully crafted five course meal and wine pairing with Master Sommeliers Sean Razee and Damon Ornowski. Seats are limited.
Address: 209 S Ridge St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
*Please note, the dinner is a fixed menu and we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests. Wines and courses are subject to change, but only for the better.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Breck Uncorked: Wine Dinner Series Sold Out
Carboy Winery
More Info: Age 21+ | Seated Dinner | Indoor | Wine
A celebration of local food and fine wine! The Breckenridge Wine Classic is proud to kickoff a weekend of great wine and food with a series of wine dinners at local establishments all over Breckenridge. The Executive Chef of Carboy presents an artfully crafted five course meal and wine pairing with Carboy wines and other local gems. Seats are limited.
Address: 103 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
*Please note, the dinner is a fixed menu and we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests. Wines and courses are subject to change, but only for the better.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Iberian Influence: Exploring Spain and Portugal Sold Out
Winesellers Ltd
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor | Lunch & Tasting | Wine
One of the oldest winemaking areas of the world, the Iberian Peninsula is currently considered one of the most exciting as well. Filled with tradition, but yet not afraid to break boundaries, Spain and Portugal offer an incredible array of elegant, delicious and varied wines. Join Brooke Smith of Winesellers Ltd, as he pairs a wonderful lunch with Executive Chef Aaron Boyd at 9600 Kitchen, and the notable reds and exceptional whites of Spain and Portugal.
Please allow up to 90 minutes for the seminar. Address: 550 Village Rd, Breckenridge, CO 80424
*Please note, the lunch is a fixed menu and we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests. Wines and courses are subject to change, but only for the better.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Top of the Boot: Exploring Piedmont and Beyond Sold Out
Selections by Master Sommeliers
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor | Lunch & Tasting | Wine
Italy is home to some of the best wines in the world. While many automatically think Tuscany, there are incredible wines to be found – stunning whites and renowned reds – just 250 miles north at the top of the boot. Northern Italy, specifically the northwest and Piedmont region, is a must for wine lovers as it encompasses some of Italy’s best work in winemaking. Explore this magic piece of Italy with Master Sommeliers Damon Ornowski and Sean Razee. Sauce on the Maggie hosts with a delectable paired lunch.
Please allow up to 90 minutes for the seminar. Address: The Village at Breckenridge Plaza 1, 600 South Park Avenue, Breckenridge, CO 80424
*Please note, the lunch is a fixed menu and we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests. Wines and courses are subject to change, but only for the better.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
California Dreaming Sold Out
Hike & Lunch with Winesellers Ltd
More Info: Age 21+ | Outdoor & Indoor | Lunch & Tasting | Wine | Mountain Hiking Attire
Hit the trails with the Breckenridge Wine Classic in a guided tour that explores the breathtaking backcountry of Breckenridge on Peak 9. After you take in the panoramic views of the Tenmile Range and Resort, enjoy a delicious wine paired lunch at Beaver Run at the base of the mountain.
Most of us are familiar with the major wine growing regions such as Napa and Sonoma Valleys, but today there are many more gaining momentum and making big names in winemaking. There is no end to the quality and diversity of this famous winemaking state. Visit the variety of regions the Golden State has to offer with Brooke Smith of Winesellars Ltd.
This hike is approximately 2 miles long. Please allow up to three hours for the hike and lunch/seminar. Address: Meet at the lobby of Beaver Run Resort: 620 Village Rd, Breckenridge, CO 80424
*Please note, the lunch is a fixed menu and we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests. Wines and courses are subject to change, but only for the better.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Blended Smith & Hook Component
Tasting and Blending Seminar with Hahn Family Wines
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor | Education | Wine
Engage with the varietals that constitute the Smith & Hook Proprietary Red Blend and leave with a blend of your own making! Led by Alex Wright of Hahn Family Wines, you will explore the Classic Varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Syrah and Malbec and dive deep into each varietal on their own before trying your hand at the blending process. In addition to the wines, we will examine the Central Coast terroir that make each varietal so unique and analyze the interplay between varietals in the blend. Like the colors on a painter’s palette or the ingredients in a Chef’s recipe, the winemaker knows that each varietal adds a distinct component to a blend and uses that knowledge to create their art. Join us on a journey of discovery; one that may lead you to understand the art of blending is one where the whole is always greater than the sum of its parts.
Please allow 60-75 minutes for the seminar. Address: Breckenridge Grand Vacations Community Center and South Branch Library, 103 S. Harris St., Breckenridge, CO.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Swirl This: Riedel Glass Seminar Sold Out
The Size & Shape Do Matter with Riedel & SGWS
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor | Education & Tasting | Wine
Riedel and the Breckenridge Wine Classic come together to offer guests a unique and authentic experience – Riedel Comparative Wine Glass Workshop. To showcase wine in its finest form, Riedel’s varietal-specific glasses enhance the aromas and taste components, while finding a wine’s maximum complexity by featuring the best possible harmony. When all these elements are in place, the glass becomes the wine’s ‘loudspeaker,’ transmitting the message of the beverage to the human senses. Discover the effect of shape and size on the perception of wine in a glass & wine tasting tutorial. Guests will enjoy tasting four different varietals and the stemware best suited for each. Guests who attend this seminar receive Riedel Performance Tasting Kit with four glasses (suggested retail of $119) to take home. This is an experience that a true wine lover should not miss!
Please allow up to 75 minutes for the seminar. Address: Breckenridge Grand Vacations Community Center and South Branch Library, 103 S. Harris St., Breckenridge, CO.
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Tour de France Sold Out
Selections by Master Sommeliers
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor | Lunch & Tasting | Wine
In the same spirit of the world-famous ride that travels through France, the Classic invites you to tour the renowned French wine regions with Master Sommelier Damon Ornowski. France is known for specific varieties of wine and regions, with traditions dating back centuries, whether it’s the beautiful Loire Valley, Bordeaux, or the prestigious Burgundy. Sip some of the most delicious wines in the world, paired with a small-plated luncheon with Executive Chef Todd Nelson of Giampietro’s.
Please allow up to 75 minutes for the seminar. Address: 100 N Main St #212, Breckenridge, CO 80424
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Hair of the Dog Brunch
Brunch pairing
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor | Brunch & Tasting | Cocktails
Rise and shine with brunch crafted by Gold Pan with your choice of brunch beverages. What better way to round out the weekend than with a proper hair of the dog?
The brunch is hosting an open seating time to fit your schedule! You may arrive with you ticket anytime between 10am – 1pm.
Address: 103 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. You must show valid photo ID to consume alcohol. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
Beerunch Bacon & Beer
Breckenridge Brewery
More Info: Age 21+ | Indoor | Brunch | Beers
Rise and shine with a special brunch crafted by Sevens at Breck Resort. Breckenridge Brewery will have their specialty beers on hand for your hair of the dog. What better way to round out the weekend than with beer and bacon?
Please allow up to 90 minutes for the brunch. Address: 1979 Ski Hill Rd, Breckenridge, CO 80424
All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates and times subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. No one under 21 will be admitted, including infants or children, and you must show valid photo ID. The Classic urges all adults to consume alcoholic products responsibly.
