PDX Jazz is excited to announce a FREE community event “Jazz and Wine Conversation”.
The upcoming Jazz and Wine Conversation event promises to be an engaging and enriching experience, combining the soulful world of jazz with the refined tastes of wine. Scheduled for February 24, 2024, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM, this event will be hosted in the welcoming lobby of Portland'5 Centers for the Arts. The conversation will be moderated by Eric Degerman, the esteemed CEO of Great Northwest Wine and co-founder of Winepress NW, who brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience in orchestrating wine competitions and contributing to The Seattle Times.
Joining him will be Nate Klostermann, the head winemaker of Argyle Winery, the Biamp Portland Jazz Festival’s premier wine partner. Klostermann started his winemaking journey at Falconer Vineyards in Minnesota before moving west to the Dundee Hills. He joined Argyle as a harvest intern and quickly rose through the ranks to become the head winemaker, mentored by the renowned Oregon wine pioneer and Argyle founder, Rollin Soles. Klostermann is known for his hands-on approach to winemaking and his commitment to producing world-class méthode champenoise sparkling wine, barrel fermented Chardonnay, and 'silky' textured Pinot Noir.
Adding to the ambiance, Eldon T Jones, one of Portland's finest saxophonists known for his heartfelt jazz, gospel, and soul performances, will share his insights and a few of his favorite wines. This gathering is set to occur just before the much-anticipated Bob James + Lee Ritenour performance, making it a perfect prelude to an evening of exceptional music. Attendees can look forward to a harmonious blend of discussion and discovery, set against the backdrop of Portland's vibrant cultural scene.
This event is part of the 2024 Biamp Portland Jazz Festival presented by PDX Jazz
Image provided by ©Richard Duval Images