Who said the Capital Of America can’t enjoy some German wine? Wine experts, lovers, and beginners alike are invited to join WOG Ambassador and Sommelier Brent Kroll at his wine bar, Maxwell Park, for a week filled to the brim with wine from Deutschland, right here in DC!

Bubbly & Boy Bands: We’re Bringing Sekty Back

August 23-29 (Open to Close)

Say Bye, Bye, Bye to drinks that fall flat and hello to bubbles with our German Sekt takeover! Throughout the entire week, Maxwell Park’s Shaw location will be pouring five German Sekts by the glass (and as a flight), served with a side of classic Boy Band tunes. You could say we’re bringing *Sekt*y back, all week long! 

German Riesling & Reds Wine Class

Sunday, August 22 (1-2:30pm ET)

Wines of Germany is taking over Maxwell Park Shaw’s monthly wine class with Riesling & Reds, featuring three refreshing German Rieslings and three radiant red wines for consumers to taste. Open to the public, this educational class is the perfect way to whet your palate for the week-long German Sekt takeover starting the following day. Tickets are available for purchase at this link. 

Slate Laden: Classic Rock and Wines from Slate

Monday, August 23 (10pm-1am ET)

Members of the wine trade are invited to add some rock and roll to German Riesling with Slate Laden: Classic Rock and Wines from Slate at Maxwell Park’s Navy Yard location. The tasting will feature a Classic Rock theme featuring German wines from slate soil. Each wine will be poured for DC area trade members to taste and learn more from Maxwell Park’s staff, as well as enjoy trivia and giveaways – including a custom t-shirt. Interested media and industry members can email avery.darida@rfbinder.com to RSVP.

Be sure to follow Wines of Germany on social media for updates on virtual events, news and to discover the wonderful world of German wine. Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @GermanWineUSA!