Vancouver

Autumn is cozy. The Alps are cozy. Wine is cozy. Drinking alpine wines in autumn? The coziest combination you can think of! Join us in mid-November for a lovely late morning of drinking and exploring a handful of wines from the Alpine regions of France and Italy, including the Savoie, Jura, Alto Adige, and Trentino.

The class will be led by Afton Kortz, Barnard Griffin's Wine Club Manager, who is a French Wine Scholar and holds a Level 3 certification in Wine from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET).

This master class will take place at Barnard Griffin's Vancouver tasting room (665 W Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA 98660) from 11:30am to 1:00pm on Sunday, November 15, 2026.

• Tickets are $35 for the general public, and $30 for Barnard Griffin wine club members.
• Tasting-sized pours (approx. 1oz each) of five or six wines and small, palate-cleansing snacks are included (attendees must be 21+ to participate).
• You can purchase tickets directly through Eventbrite, or by calling the Vancouver tasting room at 360-718-3387. Barnard Griffin wine club members - if you register online, we will charge your card on file one week before the event.

Classes are non-refundable within 7 days of the class. If you cannot attend and it is 7 or less days until the class, you may transfer the tickets to someone else. Please communicate any scheduling conflicts with Barnard Griffin ([email protected]).

Sip and shop our holiday wine selections as you kick off the season and stock your cellar for upcoming gatherings. Taste your way through our curated holiday gift collections alongside a handful of beautiful wine accessories, perfect for hosting and giving to the wine lover in your life. Our Chef has prepared small bites for you to enjoy while you sip on holiday favorites. Tickets are $20 and include a $10 bottle credit to help with your shopping.

We are partnering with Eryngium Papeterie for a monthly analog event: sitting down with a glass of wine to write down your thoughts and send them into the world! This is an offshoot of the Sunday Letter Project and occurs the first Sunday of every month November-April.

Pop into Eryngium to pick up your stationary the day of the event and get 15% off. We will also have some of her beautiful paper and envelopes here for purchase. Looking for a penpal from somewhere near or far? We can help with that!

Savor a delicious Edwardian-inspired menu featuring recipes from the 1896 Fannie Farmer Cookbook while enjoying the ambiance of the historic Grant House. Built in the mid-19th century, the Grant House is the oldest building on Officers Row at Fort Vancouver.

The menu will feature:
Seasonal soup
Chicken Marengo served with potatoes on the half shell and seasonal vegetable
Watercress salad (option of ordering an alternate salad)
Dessert

All courses will be gluten free and a vegetarian option will be available.

Nothing’s better than bubbly for celebrations. We’ll help you pair a bottle to whatever’s on your table this holiday season. As you taste, you’ll learn about our favorite sparkling styles from Spain, Italy, Burgundy and, of course, Champagne.

"Hell Drivers" and Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

We'll be pouring the elegant 2022 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, a wine sourced from the whole length of the I-5 corridor to pair with this classic movie about truck drivers. This is part of a series showing monthly through the fall at the Kiggins Movie Theatre in Vancouver WA

This year we will be OPEN for Thanksgiving at the lovely Grant House!

Reservations are not quite open yet so if you're interested in joining us for Thanksgiving, just send us an email and we'll be happy to make a reservation for you.

Compare a selection of 2000 vintage Grand Cru Bourdeaux wines paired with an exquisite dinner courtesy of chef Ray Leferink. $245pp. Call or email to reserve early as space is very limited. 6pm to 8pm

Step into the cellar for an evening of exceptional wines you won't find on the regular shelf. This guided tasting features 8-9 handpicked bottles, including rare vintages, small-production finds and age-worthy selections chosen for their character and story. You'll taste through each pour while exploring detailed tasting notes and food-pairing ideas.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply curious about what belongs in a proper cellar, this class is designed to expand your palate and deepen your wine knowledge.

Space is limited, so RSVP to reserve your seat today.

Connecting people through joyful experiences becomes magical during the holidays. From the pre-dinner toast to the dessert finale, there’s a wine or spirit to pair with what’s on your table. Join us as we sample wine, spirits, and cocktails that will help enhance your holiday celebrations.