Events for November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024

Didier Boutet selects wines in his image: honest, upfront and warm. His wines match his character; they are authentic. For many years, Didier has uncovered, and developed relationships with, the best vintners and their estates. Above all, he selects wines for aroma, flavor and trueness to type. But enduring relationships are also crucial: Didier seeks out vintners who bring passion to creating their wines.

Acton-based Premium European Wines was founded by local residents Paul and Oxana Knutrud in accordance with with their deeply held values of personal relationship and connection with the wineries they represent: "The small selection of represented wineries and wines demonstrates our focus and dedication to bringing something special that is a cut above the norm and a great value." Their business model was " To connect small family-style European farms with American wine lovers. We seek quality wines with character and integrity and deliver them to you...We [also] believe in giving back to our world and community. This is why 20% of our profits are donated to Christopher’s Haven."

Come join Daria, from Vin Distributors (a Mass.-based importer distributor focused on Moldovan wines), for a journey through the winemaking regions of Moldova. Wine from Moldova? Yes; Moldova has a very long winemaking history. Archeological evidence points to grapes already being cultivated in the area between the Nistru and Prut rivers some 4000-5000 years ago. After the establishment of the Moldovan feudal state, winemaking flourished in the 15th century during the kingdom of Stephen the Great. Come and learn more - and taste great wines!