17th Annual Cork Master Open

Show off your tasting prowess as Michiana's premier wine blind tasting competition returns to the Four Lakes Country Club.

The 17th Annual Cork Master Open.

Participants taste ten wines (five whites and five reds), identify the varietals, and pick a country of origin.

Possible Varietals (May be repeated)

White: Chardonnay, Furmint, Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Viognier.

Red: Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Bordeaux Blend, Gamay, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, and Zinfandel.

Possible Countries (May be repeated)

Argentina, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, and USA.

The competitor with the most overall correct varietals (countries are used for tie breaking purposes) will be crowned Cork Master Champion. A white wine champion and red wine champion will also be awarded. Winners receive a magnum or larger format bottle of wine and their names engraved on the Cork Master trophy for all to admire.

Limited to 50 participants.

Contact: jforbes@corkmaster.org for more information.