Name: Vine to Glass: Through the Grapevine: Terroir Tells the Story
Start: 2026-03-05T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-05T20:30:00-05:00

VINE TO GLASS:
Through the Grapevine
TERROIR TELLS THE STORY

Terroir is more than soil — it’s story. In this interactive wine class, dinner and tasting with certified sommelier Justin Ferguson (@theblacksommrva), we’ll compare three iconic grape varietals (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah) from contrasting terroirs: Old World vs. New World. With side-by-side comparisons and a sensory element to support tasting notes, we’ll explore how climate, soil, elevation, and culture shape each glass. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Wines (6 total):
⦁ Pinot Noir: Oregon vs Burgundy
⦁ Chardonnay: Burgundy & California
⦁ Syrah: South Australia vs Northern Rhône

All-inclusive fee covers tasting of 6 wines, an elegant and delicious 3-course dinner, complimentary wine glass and gratuity.

Fees: Member $90, Non-Member $108

Note: If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, please register more than one week before the program date. Menus are set 1 week in advance and additional restrictions cannot be accommodated after that time.

Participants 21 and older only. All programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden, please contact [email protected] or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.

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About the Instructor

Justin Ferguson advises serious investors on scaling multifamily portfolios across Virginia, combining street-level insight with institutional strategy. As a specialist at Marcus & Millichap’s Southern Virginia office, he guides private equity, REITs, and syndicators through complex transactions—shaping strategy, sharpening underwriting, and aligning every asset to the investor’s cycle, capital, and conviction.
But that’s only half the story.

Justin is also a WSET Level 3 Certified, Sommelier, and Wine Director for The Underground Kitchen, where he’s known for crafting high-end, storytelling-driven tasting experiences that celebrate both terroir and culture. His wine work has been featured in Virginia ABC’s Holiday Wine Guide, and he serves as a judge for the prestigious Virginia Governor’s Cup. He has collaborated with global luxury brands like Josephinenhütte—designing cinematic campaigns around $100 glassware—and Wine Access, one of the industry’s most respected online wine curators. His latest venture? A luxury wine tasting and vineyard sales service tailored for executives, collectors, and connoisseurs seeking rare bottles, sharp education, and unforgettable moments. On screen, Justin brings it all together. His digital content merges wine, real estate, and lifestyle through cinematic storytelling and engaging delivery—proving that access, elegance, and expertise can all belong in the same glass. Whether you’re scaling a multifamily portfolio or building a serious cellar, he’s the person to call.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

VINE TO GLASS:Through the GrapevineTERROIR TELLS THE STORY

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VINE TO GLASS:
Through the Grapevine
TERROIR TELLS THE STORY