Featuring wines from more than 12 countries, the “Richmond International Wine Excursion” will take place on October 28-29th at Historic Tredegar (470 Tredegar Street).

There will be over 60 wineries showcasing more than 300 wines from across the globe, as well as 8 to 10 restaurants and wine-related vendors,” explains Tracey Reed Leverty with Echelon Event Management.

On Wednesday, October 26th the “Richmond International Wine Excursion Preview Party,” presented by Macy’s, will offer attendees a complimentary Riedel crystal wine glass, wine samples, and food. Though the preview is a free event, space is very limited.

Friday’s topic “Discovering Portugal with Bartholomew Broadbent” will have the world-class importer speak on the extraordinary wines of Portugal, a nation that has recently seen its dry red wines emerge on the world stage.

Saturday’s seminars include “Wine and Cheese Together: From Pratfalls to Pleasure,” presented by Bob Talcott, the wine director at Richmond’s CAN CAN Brasserie in Carytown; “Discover Eight Classic Grape Varietals from St. Michelle Wine Estates” will be led by George A. Foote, St. Michelle Wine Estates National Wine Educator; and “Spain: the Excitement, the Glamour, the Allure” is slated to survey the wave of new wines emanating from all corners of the country.

Of course, both days will offer the “Lexus of Richmond Walk-Around Grand Tasting” where hundreds of wines will be served from the New and Old World, including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, South Africa, Greece, New Zealand, Germany, California, Chile, and more. In most cases, wines will be poured by representatives of the wineries, who are in the best position to enlighten attendees about their unique characteristics.

“In addition to the wine tasting, world cuisine and light musical entertainment will contribute to the festivities,” says Leverty.