The Wine Seller + An Occasion for the Arts
The Wine Seller is proud to partner with An Occasion for the Arts for a weekend celebrating two of our favorite things: art and great wine! Spend the day exploring the work of talented artists throughout the festival, then stop by and enjoy a glass from the specially selected wines we’ll be pouring.
For an extra-special experience, visit the Patron’s Patio VIP Tent, where guests can relax in a comfortable festival setting and enjoy complimentary food and curated wine tastings as part of the VIP experience.
Come support the arts, discover something new, and raise a glass with us at one of Williamsburg’s signature fall events!
Read about the wines that will be featured at An Occasion for the Arts this year - supplied by The Wine Seller...
Carefully selected by The Wine Seller and Winebow, this year’s wine offerings at An Occasion for the Arts will feature a range of high-quality wines at both the Main Tent and VIP Patron’s Patio, with something to please every palate. Start your day with our Signature Mimosas from 10 AM–12 PM at both tents, then explore a thoughtfully curated selection of reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling wines throughout the festival.
Guests in the Patron's Patio VIP tent will receive one complimentary drink ticket with admission and can also enjoy a complimentary wine tasting featuring additional selections. Love what you taste? Bottles will be available for purchase to open and enjoy on-site or take home for later.
Saturday VIP Wines
Saturday's selection highlights an elevated mix of California, Oregon, and Virginia wines. Guests can explore bright Sauvignon Blanc, a lush Paso Robles Chardonnay, elegant Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, a bold red blend, Virginia Vermentino, a fresh rosé of Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, and a rich Paso Robles Zinfandel. The lineup ranges from crisp and mineral-driven to silky, juicy, and full-bodied, making it a fun tasting experience for both white and red wine lovers.
Main Tent Wines
Our Main Tent lineup offers an easygoing mix of crowd-pleasing wines from around the world, with something for nearly every palate. Look for bright sparkling wine from Italy, a lightly sweet Australian Moscato, crisp Chilean Sauvignon Blanc, California Chardonnay, refreshing French rosé, a juicy Australian red blend, and a Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s a versatile selection designed for relaxed sipping throughout the festival.
Sunday VIP Wines
Sunday's wines takes guests on a South American-focused tasting, with standout wines from Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile. Featured selections include expressive Argentine Chardonnay, aromatic Sémillon-Chenin Blanc, classic Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and a rich red blend, along with a fresh Uruguayan Albariño and a structured Chilean red blend. Expect plenty of bright fruit, refreshing acidity, minerality, and polished reds with depth and elegance.
