Taste the Difference Grand Tasting Comes to Denver
Join us for an exclusive trade and media wine experience as the Taste the Difference Grand Tasting arrives in Denver.
Hosted by the European Union’s Taste the Difference campaign—whose beneficiaries are Unione Italiana Vini (UIV) and PRODECA (Promotora dels Aliments Catalans)—this one-day event highlights a curated selection of wines with PDO/PGI designations. Each wine represents the richness, diversity, and heritage of Europe’s most respected wine regions.
At the heart of the program is a strong educational focus, with three dedicated masterclasses offering in-depth insights into key regions and styles, alongside a walkaround tasting to explore a broader selection of wines.
This is a unique opportunity for wine professionals and media to deepen their knowledge, discover new producers, and connect with industry peers in a dynamic and engaging setting.
Event Details
📍 Where: Mile High Station, Denver (2027 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204)
📅 When: Wednesday, June 17
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Event Schedule
Throughout the day, guests will be able to move between immersive masterclasses and a walkaround tasting, creating a complete journey through European wine excellence.
Masterclasses
Three dedicated sessions will explore key regions and styles:
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Masterclass I: Italian Wines : A Regional Journey - Speaker: Scott Thomas
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Masterclass II: Prosecco DOC: Discovering the Styles, Terroirs, and Innovations of Italy's Iconic Sparkling Wine – Speaker: Scott Thomas
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Masterclass III: Discover Spanish-Catalonia – Speaker: Kevin Day
Walkaround Tasting
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Discover a curated selection of PDO/PGI wines and engage directly with producers and representatives throughout the afternoon.
PARTICIPANT WINERIES
UIV
Società Agricola Roeno
Freixenet Mionetto USA
Famiglia De Cerchio
Ruggieri
Italian Wine Brands
Montelvini
Colutta Società Agricola
PRODECA
Vins el Cep
Bodegas Maset
Gratavinum
Bodegas Aessir
Pares Balta
Llopart
PROSECCO DOC