Join us for Sip & Bloom with Vibrant Pop Blossoms for a one of a kind Mother’s Day experience. Dive into a world of vibrant pop florals and exquisite wine tasting! Don’t miss this colorful escapade that promises to delight both your artistic flair and your taste buds. Create a stunning floral arrangement to impress Mom(or that special mother figure in your life) and savor the chance to take your botanical masterpiece and a bottle of fine wine home. Cheers to creativity and cheers! Guests will also have the opportunity to take home a bottle of wine to gift to Mom or share during the workshop.

Arrive to a room filled with beautiful seasonal flowers!

• Your host will walk you through flower care and tips on how to arrange your bouquet.

• You’ll start by building the base for your design.

• Then you'll trim, arrange, and design your vase with expert help from your host, who will teach you how to make the flowers pop and our wine specialist will make your tastebuds pop.

• The whole process takes roughly 2 hours.

Price includes wine tasting, materials, tools, and bites.

At the end of this fun floral design class, you will get a beautiful arrangement that you bring home and enjoy!

2:30 Sensory Workshop

5:30 Sensory Workshop

Directions:

Located above Vin Santo, Entrance is by sign that says MEMORIAL GREEN ONE/"Houston Methodist". Take the Elevator to the second floor, Suite 290 in left corner.

Tickets are non-refundable, but transferable if cancelled within 48 hours.

The party continues at the Houston Livestock & Rodeo to commemorate the Black Wineo’s first year serving as a Rodeo Uncorked Wine judge for the 21st Annual International Wine Competition. Meet me in the Champion Wine Garden on March 12th for the ultimate pregame before the Bun B All-American Takeover concert. Entry is FREE with your concert or grounds ticket. Guests will enjoy live music wine samples and charcuterie while they last. The wine list will feature some Texas-grown, personal favorite award-winning wines from the International wine competiton. Bubbly, Red, Rose and white wine will be poured by The Black Wineo. Guests are welcome and encouraged to buy their own additional bottles from the garden while in attendance.

Register HERE psss you’ll need the special password to enter. Email us or Dm via Instagram for access.

Join The Black Wineo & Kroger for pt.2 of a special "Sip & Shop" Toast to Black Heritage Night as we close out Black History Month at Cork & Tap on February 28, 2024. Guests are invited out for an afternoon wine down and happy hour at Kroger (Heights)1035 N. Shepherd for a FREE sampling of The Black Wineo's fave wine picks from the 21st Annual International Wine Competition available at Kroger.

The Cork & Tap bar features the largest wine & beer shop with over 2,000 bottles. Guests will leave feeling confident in their wine preference before heading to the Champion Wine Garden at the Rodeo or at their next dinner party. Explore new wines, snack on charcueterie and mix and mingle with some of Houston's wineo's and influencers. Guests who attend will also be given a second entry for our Black Heritage Night ticket giveaway powered by Kroger.

Come out and raise a glass on this special #WineWednesday with your favorite wineo to celebrate serving as a first year Rodeo Uncorked Wine judge.

Register HERE

Stay up to date with all of our Rodeo to-do’s and giveaways.

Winesgiving, is an annual wine tasting experience meant to gather good friends over good wine. Since its inception in 2021, The Black Wineo has gathered like minds and palates alike to celebrate winemakers, quench the curiosity of novice wine enthusiasts and celebrate community through the unofficial holiday of Friendsgiving.

This year's theme will honor the contributions of Black winemakers leading the change towards diversity within the wine industry. Guests will immerse themselves in the art of wine tasting as they explore a curated selection of wines from Black winemakers powered by Kroger and education from our wine specialist. VIP & Wineo ticketed guests will participate in our "Wicked Wines" luxury candle making experience with BLUMOON Scents, enjoy a Texas-sized charcuterie board, various PI House Pizza samples that have been perfectly paired with our wine selection. (addt'l whole 12" inch pies will be sold on-site.)holiday cocktail bar curated by DrinksByThePound , digital photobooth fun and giveaways. DJ Shante will provide the vibes as we raise a glass to kickoff the holiday season and honor the roots of Black winemakers and creatives.

Think of the Alumni Homecoming party with a lot of WINE! Come experience the power of community and meet with your wine tribe. This event will sell out. Subscribers & past attendees grab your tickets while they last. Prices will increase after the presale. Regular tickets go on sale to the public on 10/19/2023.

Stay tuned as we annouce the sponsor of our outdoor VIP Lounge, wine list, ticket discounts for our subscribers and more info.

Join the Black Wineo & Kroger for a specialy curated Happy Hour with the Cork & Tap experience. Sip & shop your favorite wines just in time for the holiday season. More details soon to come.

You're invited to the ultimate celebration of summer - A Rosé Soiree, presented by La Fete du Rosé and Trez Bistro & Wine Bar hosted by yours truly. Save the date for Wednesday, June 7, 2023, from 6pm to 9pm, as we transform the evening into an unforgettable experience.

Sip on La Fete du Rosé and Blanc and exquisite La Fête du Rosé cocktails, and indulge in delightful pairings as we vibe with The Waxaholics. Limited spots are available, so RSVP now for a night you won't forget!

Nine and Wine is a wine tasting and golf clinic in celebration of National Wine Day (May 25th). Annually, The Black Wineo celebrates diversity in action by welcoming Black and Brown wine enthusiasts who have a thirst to educate and elevate their palate. Guests will enjoy touring the all new Riverhouse Houston at East River Nine, happy hour specials, winemaker chat with our sponsored wine brand, an instructor led golf clinic, giveaways and more. Ticketed guests will enjoy (2) glasses of wine and lite bites while they last. We'll also provide tea & water for the non-alcoholics.

This is an outdoor event, however there is plenty of indoor options for seating.

Interested sponsors or collaborators contact: info@theblackwineo.com

After attempting a communal experience with wineos in 2020 with the Clink Up, we’re back to kickoff a second attempt in 2023. Join the Black Wine-O & SERCA Wines for a special 6-flight tasting of their latest vintages from Los Chacayes and Desierto de La Valle in Argentina. Enjoy an afternoon on the patio with the Black Wineo for the first installment of The Clink Up, a bi-monthly gathering of wine enthusiast looking to expand their palate, social circle and wine collections. The winemakers for SERCA Wines, Mariana Onofri and Pablo Matorell, will be showcasing wines only available in the SERCA wines tasting room. This is an informal tasting and guests will have the ability to move throughout the tasting stations. Guests of the Black Wineo will also receive one full 5 oz. glass of wine in addition to sample tasting offerings. This is a red wine lovers paradise. Wine list below to view.

Featured Wines:

2021 Alma Gemela Pedro Ximenez

2019 Alma Gemela Garnacha

2021 Alma Gemela Teroldego

2018 Tierra de Dioses Petit Verdot

2018 Tierra de Dioses Cabernet Franc

2018 Tierra de Dioses Zinfandel

Will guest be able to purchase additional wine?

These wines will be available for purchase by the glass or by the bottle. Bottles purchased can be taken home or enjoyed at their tasting room. Non-club members purchasing our six bottle special will receive 10% off.

Contact: info@theblackwineo.com for questions or concerns.

Special inivted guests can rsvp HERE

As if you needed another excuse to drink?! Grab your wine tribe for a special National Wine Day celebration at one of Houston's newest wine bars, City Cellars HTX. Ready to take your wine knowledge to the next level? Tired of drinking alone at home? If you answered "YES" you'll learn the basics of wine tasting while sippin wine amongst other wine lovers.

How it Works: Purchase our $20 ticket which covers your first two drinks (3 oz. glass of wine or cocktail) and board bites while they last. Additional menu items can be purchased separately. City Cellars HTX will have food and drink specials. If you're that person that views the menu before you go, HERE. Tickets have sold out, however you’re still welcome to attend the event but will be on your own separate tab.

Sip on a bubbly signature cocktail drink, enjoy happy hour specials of summer white and rosé wines and a chance to win door prizes courtesy of City Cellars HTX.

The first 10 RSVPs will receive a gift bag filled with wine essentials perfect for summer courtesy of The Black Wine-O.

City Cellars HTX |1801 Binz St. | 6:00-8:30PM

For questions, concerns, or to add your products to our gift bags contact: info@theblackwineo.com

A Holiday Wine Pairing Dinner benefiting St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital. This intimate three-course dinner will be paired with exquisite wine hand-picked by certified Sommelier Cornelius Anthony.

Anthony, who is based in Houston, is the owner of Demousse Sparkling Wine Club and Sommelier at Bravery Wine Bar.

The three-course meal will be prepared by Chef Eian Woodward.

The menu includes the following:

First Course

Spring Salad

Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onions with Sweet Toasted Walnuts, Feta & Citrus Vinaigrette

Second Course

Woodward Red Wine Brisket

Brisket marinated for 24 hours and slowly cooked in Merlot

OR

Pecan Crusted Chicken

Chicken Breast battered in Pecan flour braised in butter oil and spices

Served with Mashed Potato Melody and Charred Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

Third Course

Double Chocolate Raspberry Brownie

Brownie with fudge center dipped in white chocolate fondue

Music will be provided by the host of the night and Chief Waxaholic DJ Big Reeks.

Grab your seat at the table HERE!

Support our cause HERE! (unable to make it but still want to support St. Jude’s with a donation)

The Come-Up Houston is an art installation that honors Black culture and artistry produced by an all-woman collaborative of Imani Rose of Sexface Cosmetics and Sonja Sonier of Body Lift Houston. Each room highlights the beauty, brilliance and resilience of Black art and its diverse works. The Black Wine-O will join forces with this collaborative on Friday, December 4th from 5-8pm providing a public wine tasting of 4 wines featured on the 25 Wines of Christmas Holiday Gift Guide. Come out and sample some fine wines while taking your wine knowledge to new heights. Each guest will be automatically entered in our holiday giveaway for a chance to win a holiday gift pack.

Welcome to our new home. A platform dedicated to our wine knowledge and experiences for African American millennial and novice wine enthusiasts. It is our hope to learn and grow with you through wine. Wine-O’s alike meet here monthly for our latest picks of top wines, highlights of some of the best vineyards and wineries from Texas and beyond and experiences that cater to the wine-o in you!