New Additions to the Tempe Festival of the Arts

This year the Fall Tempe Festival of the Arts, taking place from December 4th through the 6th, is introducing a ton of “firsts”, ensuring that his will be one of the best years ever. We told you all about the new food truck component last week and this week we want to share what some may see as the perfect complement to all of that food and diversified art: the drink!

We have reached the sweet spot in terms of weather and it’s the perfect time to don a coat and scarf and get out in it! The briskness of out fall/winter does not last very long so we might as well take advantage while we can.

This year the Tempe Festival of the Arts is partnering with eight Arizona wineries that will bring a new and exciting element to the Festival. The eight winery partners and two breweries will have representatives on hand to provide additional information on their select varietals and beers.

So who will be on site and what is there to be had?

AZ Wine Festival

As we noted, the Tempe Festival of the Arts has partnered with 8 of Arizona’s best wineries to add that extra element to the festivities. With such a tremendous social focus on all things local, it’s delightful to see that all of the wineries on hand are grown and bottled here in Arizona.

The following wineries will be on hand during the event:

• Alcantara Vineyard (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Silver medal winner)
• Arizona Stronghold Vineyards (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Gold, Silver and Bronze medal winner)
• Bodega Pierce/ Saeculum Cellars (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Gold, Silver and Bronze medal winner)
• Keeling Schaffer Vineyards (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Silver and Bronze medal winner)
• Kief-Joshua Vineyards (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Silver medal winner)
• Page Springs Cellars (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Gold, Silver and Bronze medal winner)
• Pillsbury Wine Company (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Gold, Silver and Bronze medal winner)
• Sonoita Vineyards (2015 Arizona Republic Wine Competition Bronze medal winner)

There is no admission to the wine festival and tasting tickets can be purchased ($12 for six tickets and a commemorative tasting glass). While the area is not restricted, only guests aged 21 and over will be allowed to sample the offerings, purchase wine by the glass, bottle or case.

The Art of Beer

If a cold frosty beer is more your speed, there is no need to feel left out. The Art of Beer has been introduced to give festival-goers the opportunity to taste some of the best microbrews in the Valley.

Presently, the following brewers will be on hand:

• Four Peaks Brewing Company
• Gordon Biersch

Guests can purchase five tasting tickets for $10. Beers will also be available by the glass for $5. This area is also free to the public and not restricted by age, though you must be at least 21 to participate in the tastings.

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