Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation is pleased to continue to educate wine enthusiasts by offering a virtual wine tasting with internationally acclaimed winemaker Chris Carpenter of Jackson Family Wines. The virtual tasting will be offered in the comfort of your own home Thursday, December 10 from 6:30pm - 8pm CST.

This virtual tasting, designed for up to eight guests per package, is being hosted in conjunction with long-time DCWAF partner, Wine World. The tasting will consist of five wines presented by Chris Carpenter and delivered to your home by a Wine World wine steward. The wines included in the tasting are as follows:

2017 La Jota W.S Keyes Chardonnay, Napa Valley

2017 La Jota Merlot, Howell Mountain

2016 Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon, Mount Veeder

2016 Cardinale, Napa Valley

2015 Caladan Cabernet Franc, Napa Valley

Customizable paired cheeses are also available for delivery as an up-charge upon request from Wine World. The opportunity to purchase the wines included in the tasting at a discounted rate will also be available for anyone participating in the event.

Jackson Family Wines Master Sommelier, Emily Pickral, will moderate the tasting and Chris Carpenter will present the wines.

Chris Carpenter is the winemaker for some of Jackson Family Wines’ most prestigious properties. His impressive portfolio includes Napa Valley’s Lokoya, La Jota, Mt. Brave, and Cardinale as well as projects in Australia and other areas of the winemaking world. He believes in maximum attention in the vineyards and minimal intervention in the winery to ensure the purest expression of place. He sources his grapes spotlight the natural terroir and differences of each region. Explore his wines and hear personal stories about his career as you follow through the tasting.