We are thrilled to announce the details for the Forks & Corks scheduled to be hosted at Michael's Wine Cellar, Michael's On East and the Michael's On East Ballroom this January! Although tickets to the Forks & Corks Grand Tasting sold out in just three minutes last month, there are many opportunities to meet visiting winemakers throughout the weekend including these special events on property at Michael's: Italian Wine Dinner Friday, January 23, 2015 7 p.m. at Michael's Wine Cellar Michael’s Wine Dinners are spectacular events featuring visiting winemakers as host to extravagant five-course feasts designed to complement a specific winery or portfolio. On Friday, Jan. 23, our Italian Wine Dinner will feature superstar wineries Altesino (with winemaker/manager Guido Oralesi) from Montalcino (Brunello di Montalcino!) and Vittorio Marianecci from Zenato, Valpolicella - famous Amarone producers! $95 per person, plus tax and gratuity Click here to make reservations online or call 941-366-0007, ext. 229. Presqu'ile Wine Dinner Saturday, January 24, 2015 7 p.m. at Michael's Wine Cellar Enjoy a special opportunity to meet owner & winemaker Matt Murphy from Presqu’ile Winery, Santa Maria Valley, CA. Created by two transverse mountain ranges on the Pacific Coast, Santa Maria Valley provides a unique west-to-east flow of cool marine breezes ideal for producing exceptional Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Wines from this true family-owned and operated boutique property have just recently become available in Florida! Please join us to welcome these fantastic California wines to Florida! $95 per person, plus tax and gratuity Click here to make reservations online or call 941-366-0007, ext. 229.  Also mark your calendar for Michael's Retail Forks & Corks Wine Tasting, 3-6 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2015. All are welcome to attend a casual afternoon tasting at Michael’s Wine Cellar in celebration of Forks & Corks. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to meet winemakers and winery owners from around the world, plus, of course, taste the wines that are their true pride and joy! $10 per person No RSVP required for this Saturday afternoon wine tasting, simply join us at Michael’s Wine Cellar, but please note the time: 3-5 p.m. The Sarasota-Manatee Originals are also accepting reservations for Forks & Corks University, an educational program scheduled for the morning and afternoon on Saturday, January 24 this year. Click here for details and reservations.