In celebration of the third anniversary of Carlson Creek Vineyard’s Scottsdale tasting room on July 13, the family-owned vineyard will be hosting a month of festivities to show appreciation for its loyal customers. Both the general public of wine lovers and Carlson Creek Wine Society members alike will be able to enjoy a variety of special offerings and events throughout the month of July:
July 8-14: For current Wine Society members only, refer a new member and each will receive a complimentary bottle of 2013 Sauvignon Blanc
July 13 at 2 p.m.: Scottsdale tasting room’s third anniversary party featuring live music, food from Old Ellsworth Brewing Company and conversation with the winemakers (free to attend)
July 14: All-day happy hour featuring $5 glasses of Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé
July 15-21: Purchase a bottle of Carlson Creek wine and Queen Creek Olive Mill’s olive oil or vinegar and receive $5 off
July 18 at 6 p.m.: Wine Society members-only Library Wine Flight featuring five wines from the Carlson Creek library ($20 per person)
July 22-31: Daily featured food and wine pairings ($15 per person)
- 22nd: 2013 Sangiovese paired with garlic hummus, red pepper hummus, pesto and pita chips
- 23rd: 2013 Chenin Blanc paired with tortilla chips and date salsa from Sphinx Palm & Pantry
- 24th: 2014 Sauvignon Blanc paired with watermelon, feta and mint topped with Queen Creek Olive Mill’s balsamic vinegar
- 25th: 2014 Rule of Three paired with chorizo, olive, mozzarella and parsley stackers
- 26th: 2015 Sauvignon Blanc paired with smoked salmon, cream cheese and cucumber bites
- 27th: 2014 Sangiovese paired with bleu cheese and dates from Sphinx Palm & Pantry
- 28th: 2017 Grenache Rosé paired with chocolate-filled roll
- 29th: 2018 Chardonnay paired with butter and kettle popcorn
- 30th: 2018 Sweet Adeline Riesling paired with spicy street corn
- 31st: 2015 Rule of Three paired with brie and Sauvignon Blanc fig preserves on a toasted baguette
July 25 at 6 p.m.: Arizona Wine History class with Q & A and wine tastings ($10 for members and $15 for non-members)
