The first Thursday of each month, up to 8 people get together to enjoy each other’s company as we taste wine focused on a particular varietal, wine style or wine region. There’s no fee to participate in these gatherings. Each month is hosted by a different person who is only responsible for providing glasses and a festive tasting atmosphere. Each participant brings a bottle of wine and a paired snack to share that fits the month’s theme.
Here are the themes for 2026:
January: PINOT NOIR
Thursday, January 8, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Wilmington Riverfront
February: SPAIN
POSTPONED TO: April
Location: Trinity Vicinity, Wilmington
March: SYRAH/SHIRAZ
Thursday, March 5, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Wilmington Riverfront
April: SPAIN (Rescheduled)
Thursday, April 2, 2026—6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Trinity Vicinity, Wilmington
May: RIESLING
Thursday, May 7, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Wilmington Riverfront
June: Rosé All Day (and Night)
Thursday, June 18, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Wilmington Riverfront
July: SAUVIGNON BLANC
Thursday, July 9, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Wilmington Riverfront
August: OREGON (USA)
Thursday, August 6, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Deerhurst Neighborhood, Wilmington
Due to the popularity of our gatherings and the fact that they are hosted in members’ homes, attendance is now by approved RSVP. New participants are welcome, but all attendees must register individually and be approved before receiving event details.
September: BAROLO, BARBARESCO, & BARBERA
Thursday, September 17, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: TBD
October: SOUTH AFRICA
Thursday, October 1, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Trinity Vicinity, Wilmington
November: CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Thursday, November 5, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: TBD
December: SPARKLING (Champagne, Cava, Prosecco, Crémant)
Thursday, December 3, 2026—6:00-7:30 pm
Location: TBD
As the groups are small, spots go quickly. Request your spot today.
Thinking Ahead for 2027
In June 2026, Wilmington Wine Circle Members will get to vote on the themes for our 2027 Wine Circles:
January 2027–Chardonnay or Pinot Noir
February 2027–Portugal or Chile
March 2027–Grenache/Garnacha or Mourvèdre/Monastrell
April 2027–Austria or Germany
May 2027–Chenin Blanc or Pinot Gris/Grigio
June 2027–Southern Rhône or Greece
July 2027–Atlantic Whites or Sonoma Coast Whites
August 2027–Loire Valley or Washington State
September 2027–Cabernet Franc or Sangiovese
October 2027–Australia or New Zealand
November 2027–Merlot or Malbec
December 2027–Fortified & Holiday Wines or Bordeaux Blends
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