Calling all wine enthusiasts and world travelers!

Join renowned world traveler, Rick Steves for a flight of Italian wine! Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or just starting your wine journey, you won't want to miss this unforgettable evening of wine education. Rick and a sommelier will guide you through a handpicked selection of exceptional wines from Italy. Immerse yourself in the culture and flavors of each bottle as you sip, savor, and laugh alongside Rick.

Expand your knowledge of the art of wine tasting with the fundamental five S's: see, swirl, sniff, sip, and savor. Don’t miss this evening of discovery and indulgence, where you're sure to learn something new about the wonderful world of Italian wine- and perhaps about Rick too!

This event makes a great gift!  We invite you to attend yourself and give this wine-tasking experience to the wine lover in your lift.

Please note: Kits cannot be shipped to Canada and the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Hawaii, Mississippi, Michigan, Montana, New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Utah.

Tuesday, February 11 at 8pm

Tickets are $150 and include: 

• Access to the Zoom Webinar 
• 2 hours of wine education and Q&A lead by our sommelier who will be joined by Rick Steves
• 6 mini bottles of wine (enough for two to taste) that will be shipped directly to your door

Guests must be 21 years old to participate in alcohol-related events.

Ticket sales end at 5pm on January 17, 2025, to allow time to ship the wine-tasting kits.

Shipping Details:

• Make sure that your address is submitted correctly (no typos!) Failure to type your address correctly will result in a shipping delay or even the possibility that your ticket will not be fulfilled. 
• Ticket holders will receive their wine-tasting kits in the days before the virtual event on February 11, 2025. 
• Kits cannot be shipped to: Canada, Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Hawaii, Mississippi, Michigan, Montana, New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Utah. 
• Kits cannot be shipped to a P.O. Box
• Ticketholders will need to be home to show identification and sign upon delivery to prove they are 21+ years of age. Wine will not be delivered without this.
• Please open your kit when it arrives to ensure you are ready to sip along on February 11!  If you have any questions regarding your kit, please email us at [email protected].

NOTE: IF YOU ARE BUYING MORE THAN ONE KIT, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPTION OF FILLING OUT A DIFFERENT SHIPPING ADDRESS

How it works:

This virtual event is in partnership with GBH and CDP, our event organizers and hosts.  Your donation for this event will benefit Maryland Public Television and the MPT Foundation, inc.

This virtual event will take place via Zoom Webinar. Zoom is free to the public but requires a computer download. You can download Zoom here. Your kit will arrive in the days before the event.

By RSVPing for this event, you agree to receive timely news and updates on events, films, and special offers from Maryland Public Television. Your registration information will be shared with our vendor for the shipment of the wine kits. This will be used to communicate with ticketholders about their order and not for promotional reasons. 

Photo of Rick Steves provided by Rick himself! Graphic designed by GBH. 

Captions will be provided by our friends at Partners Interpreting. Do you need any additional accommodations that we should be made aware of to participate in this event? If so, please contact our partners at GBH a minimum of one week prior to the event via email [email protected]