Grapes & Hops

03/28/2025

NEW NEW NEW
Have a special occasion or a group of friends and would like to book your own private A Taste Of... wine tasting class? Call or text me at 205.249.1607 and let's chat! We will sample and learn about the type of wines of YOUR choice.

Some of the deets: Group size - at least 8-10, no more than 14, cost is usually $25 per person, and I will work with you on dates and times. I will provide all materials and small bites paired to the wines.

What could be more fun that getting a group together drinking and learning about wine??? Call or text me today!

03/24/2025

There are a few spots left for this Wednesday’s class!!

03/24/2025

Classes!

All classes begin at 6:30 and are $25 per person - text me ASAP at 205.249.1607 to sign up for one or ALL!

Wednesday, March 26 - A Taste of...Spring Wines
We are going to properly usher in Springtime!

Wednesday, April 2 - A Taste of....Italian Reds
Delicious and budget friendly! We love the Italian reds!

Wednesday, April 16 - A Taste of ....Easter Wines
You can bet your stash of Easter candy (we know we ALL have one, don't we?) these wines are going to be awesome!

Wednesday, April 30 - A Taste of ....Weekday Whites
All are under $15 and you're sure to find a couple new faves to carry you through Summer!

03/15/2025

Few spots left for Wednesday Winen-owned wineries! Text me asap to secure a spot!
205-249-1607

03/11/2025

Classes Classes Classes!
All classes begin at 6:30 and are $25 per person - text me ASAP at 205.249.1607 to sign up for one or ALL!

Wednesday, March 19 - A Taste of...Women-Owned Wines
Let's celebrate National Women's Month by showcasing a delish array of wineries owned by women!

Wednesday, March 26 - A Taste of...Spring Wines
We are going to properly usher in Springtime!

Wednesday, April 2 - A Taste of....Italian Reds
Delicious and budget friendly! We love the Italian reds!

Wednesday, April 16 - A Taste of ....Easter Wines
You can bet your stash of Easter candy (we know we ALL have one, don't we?) these wines are going to be awesome!

Wednesday, April 30 - A Taste of ....Weekday Whites
All are under $15 and you're sure to find a couple new faves to carry you through Summer!

01/21/2025

Wine is on our mind! Let’s have a few classes! These two classes are awesome and none of the wines are more than $15! Text me right away to secure your spot!!
205.249.1607

A Taste of…Weekday Reds
Wed, January 29; 6:30 $25 pp

A Taste of…Weekday Whites
Wed, February 5; 6:30 $25 pp

Going to do a Valentine class so stay tuned!!

12/10/2024

Four spots have opened up! If you have wanted a chance to try some wonderful Christmas gift-worthy wines, NOW is your chance!! Class is tomorrow at 630 and is $45 per person.
This is going to be ssoooooo good!!
Text me now at 205-249-1607 to secure a spot!

Hellllooo, Cabernet and Champagne season!
You do NOT want to miss this class next week! Or - the next one, either! These classes are very limited in class size and will sell out quickly.

A Taste Of … Christmas Cabs
Wednesday, Dec. 11 6:30pm
$45 per person
These cabs are fab! Perfect for gift giving to that picky wine drinker on your Chrissy list!

A Taste Of … French Champagne
Back by popular demand!
Wednesday, Dec. 18 6:30pm
$65 per person
Real champagne - is French - and a few steps above and Ooo, La La!
Very limited spaces - so text me right away!
Includes bites to go with!
205-249-1607

12/04/2024

Hellllooo, Cabernet and Champagne season!
You do NOT want to miss this class next week! Or - the next one, either! These classes are very limited in class size and will sell out quickly.

A Taste Of … Christmas Cabs
Wednesday, Dec. 11 6:30pm
$45 per person
These cabs are fab! Perfect for gift giving to that picky wine drinker on your Chrissy list!

A Taste Of … French Champagne
Back by popular demand!
Wednesday, Dec. 18 6:30pm
$65 per person
Real champagne - is French - and a few steps above and Ooo, La La!
Very limited spaces - so text me right away!
Includes bites to go with!
205-249-1607

11/13/2024

Got me thinking about Thanksgiving! Turkey and wine - a great combo! So, we will have a couple classes to help us find the perfect wine (or wines)!
Text me ASAP, because these classes will fill quickly!
205.249.1607

Wednesday, Nov. 20; 6:30 $25 per person
A Taste of....Pinot Noir
We are going to look at the yummilicious PN from a few different regions - you will want all four with your feast!

Tuesday, Nov. 26; 6:30; $25 per person
A Taste of... Thanksgiving Wines
We will taste a variety of wines, perfect for your Thanksgiving dinner and dealing with those *ahem* difficult relatives!

10/25/2024

This class was awesome!! We learned about, sampled four fantastic Australian chardonnays, and fun was had by all!!

Soooo - next Wednesday (Oct 30) we will be tasting West Coast Rieslings. There are openings available!! Text me at 205.249.1607 asap to secure your spot!!! $25 per person
If you like/LOVE rieslings, you won’t want to miss this!!
Look out tomorrow for November classes that will have your socks knocked off! 🍷

10/16/2024

Thursday class ADDED! Wednesday is FULL!
Interested in learning about Australian Chardonnays?
Text me ASAP at 205.249.1607 to register for these upcoming classes!

A Taste Of… Australian Chardonnays
Oct 23 @ 6:30 $25 per person - FULL
NEW - Oct 24 @ 6:30 $25 per person

A Taste Of… West Coast Rieslings
Oct 30 @ 6:30 $25 per person

November and December are going to be AWESOME! Look for some crazy good classes - I will be posting these soon!

Send a message to learn more

10/10/2024

Classes are so much fun!! A great group tonight enjoying the Grapes & Hops’ A Taste Of…Portuguese Reds! Oh so delish!
Next up:
A Taste Of… Australian Chardonnays
Oct 23 @ 6:30 $25 per person

A Taste Of… West Coast Rieslings
Oct 30 @ 6:30 $25 per person

09/18/2024

Tomorrow night! We have a few spots left! Text me to get in this fun class!! 205.249.1607.

Hey! Let’s do BOTH! Wine Down Yoga at Grapes & Hops with Lea Ervin White!!!
The deets:
Wednesday, Sept. 18
6pm-7pm
$25
Includes 2 glasses of wine!
Bring your own mat and join us!
Text me at 205.249.1607
Class size is limited!

09/12/2024

Hey! Let’s do BOTH! Wine Down Yoga at Grapes & Hops with Lea Ervin White!!!
The deets:
Wednesday, Sept. 18
6pm-7pm
$25
Includes 2 glasses of wine!
Bring your own mat and join us!
Text me at 205.249.1607
Class size is limited!

06/20/2024

A Taste of…Moscato class tonight is full! There are some spots available for tomorrow night! Text me asap! 205.249.1607

06/15/2024

A taste of…Moscato!
Thursday - only 1 spot available!
Opening up a Friday 6/21 class so text me at 205.249.1607 to sign up!

06/14/2024

A Taste of … MOSCATO!
Who is in?!? This class will be next Thursday, June 20
630-8 $25 per person
If there is enough interest, I will add a Friday class!
You know and I know you want to - but TEXT me asap at 205.249.1607 to secure your spot!

06/06/2024

Times they are a changin' -
They sure are and they do! I have tried and tried to find the right words. Lots of times, the words come easy. This time, not so much.

We have made the decision to sell Grapes & Hops. I never thought I'd be saying that! This has been my heart and soul for almost six years. The friendships I have made will be with me forever and I love each and every one of you and appreciate the support you have shown Grapes & Hops and myself. But, I believe the time has come. Time with family and friends is precious and as we get closer to retirement we are looking forward to this next new chapter of our lives. So this is a good thing - and I hope to continue to have your support.

With that being said, we will officially offer the building and/or building and business for sale. My hopes are that someone will swoop in and make this even better, keeping in with the integrity of our downtown entertainment district.

In the meantime, it will be business as usual. I plan to offer some fun classes for June - look for those soon!

So please, continue to come by and support Grapes & Hops and our wonderful downtown.

-Ginger