Join us for an evening with Fred Reno, a wine industry veteran of more than four decades and author of Fine Wine Confidential, an insider memoir packed with untold stories and, mostly, a Tell-All from the growth of the modern-day American wine industry.
Today, Fred is the Founder and CEO of The Thomas Jefferson Wine Company in Charlottesville and remains a passionate advocate for wine education and appreciation.
As part of our America 250 celebration series, Fred will share stories from a lifetime in wine, offering a unique perspective on the personalities and relationships that helped shape the modern American wine industry.
Following the talk, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions and have a copy of his book signed. Books will be available for purchase or guests may bring a copy they already own.
The ticket price includes a curated flight of 4 of our estate grown wines and a boxed meal from Greenwood Grocery. Preference for your meal type must be submitted by 5pm on Wednesday, July 22.
Meal Includes:
- Option of 1 Sandwich
*Vegetarian Landrance (Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula and Fresh Mozzarella on Baguette)
*Blue Slate (Smoked All-Natural Turkey Breast, Havarti, Lettuce, Tomato & Ancho-Lime Mayo on Country Bread)
*Devon (Thinly Sliced All-Natural Roast Beef, Horseradish-Chive Spread, & Arugula on Focaccia)
- Mediterranean Pasta Salad
- Cookie
General Public Tickets: $45 + tax
Smuggler Society Wine Club: $30 + tax (when signed into your tock account, use Discount Code: SMUGGLER2026) or email <wineclub@pollakvineyards.com> to place an order with your card on file.
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