Exploring Ukraine: The Wines and The Region
Monday, February 02, 2026, 17:30 -
Monday, February 02, 2026, 19:00
Event duration 1 hours
General Admission:
USD 41.54
About Exploring Ukraine: The Wines and The Region
Discover the soul of a rising wine region as we journey to the shores of the Black Sea for an evening dedicated to the wines of Shabo, one of Ukraine’s most historic and forward-thinking wineries. Join us at Cork & Fork this December for a tasting that celebrates resilience, craftsmanship, and the enduring spirit of Ukrainian winemaking.
Founded over two centuries ago near the Dniester estuary in Odesa, Shabo stands at the crossroads of tradition and modern innovation. Under the vision of winemaker Giorgi Lukuridze, the estate has become a powerful symbol of Ukraine’s wine renaissance—producing beautifully expressive wines that capture both the strength of the land and the courage of its people. From crisp whites and elegant rosés to structured reds and refined sparkling wines, each bottle tells a story rooted in heritage and renewed through hope.
This special tasting also honors the partnership between Shabo and Spyrt Worldwide, its U.S. importer founded by Sam Lerman. Lerman’s connection to Ukraine began in the earliest days of the war, when he worked directly from a safe house to support producers like Shabo. Today, part of every sale contributes to Invictus Global Response, an organization dedicated to clearing landmines in affected regions—turning each glass poured into a gesture of solidarity and peace.
Join us to explore a remarkable collection that includes both the approachable Shabo Original series and the nuanced elegance of the Reserve and Grand Reserve wines, along with traditional Qvevri-fermented bottlings that reflect the region’s ancient heritage. This evening is more than a tasting—it’s a celebration of resilience, discovery, and the unyielding beauty of wine made with purpose.
Raise your glass to courage, craft, and connection. Ukraine’s wines are ready for the world.
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Monday, February 02, 2026, 17:30
Monday, February 02, 2026, 19:00
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Cork & Fork Fine Wine Merchants
https://corkandfork.co/
1522 14th Street Northwest
Cork & Fork Fine Wine Merchants was established in 2003 by Dominique Landragin, a third-generation winemaker and fifth-generation Champenoise. Together with his partner, Anna Landragin, they launched the fine-wine retail concept. In 2007, their daughter Antoinette Landragin joined as CEO. The store features a carefully curated selection of small-grower, sustainably farmed wines, including organic, biodynamic, carbon-neutral, water-neutral, sustainably certified, LEED-certified, and regenerative-farming methods. The collection includes 1,500 wines from around the world, each personally tasted by the team before being added to the selection. Education is a core value at Cork & Fork. Wine club members and clients have access to a variety of virtual educational masterclasses with producers, winemakers, regional portfolio managers, and international sustainable certification programs.