{"product_id":"project-genesys","title":"From Vine to Wine: Project Genesys Vineyard Tour \u0026 Cool-Climate Wine Tasting","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us for a special evening exploring grape growing right here in Lake Country!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ll meet at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProject Genesys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where founder Zach will lead us on a guided tour of his organic Concord grape vineyard. Established in 2025, Project Genesys is a research vineyard dedicated to studying organic, OMRI-compliant growing practices and the resilient grape varieties that can thrive in Wisconsin’s challenging climate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the tour, Zach will share the story behind Project Genesys, explain how he cares for the vines without harsh agricultural chemicals, and discuss the process of planning and creating a vineyard. Whether you’re curious about growing a few vines or establishing a vineyard of your own, you’ll learn about site selection, choosing suitable grape varieties, and what it takes to get started. Zach will also share information about the vineyard development services he offers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing the tour, guests will travel to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterford Wine \u0026amp; Spirits in Delafield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a guided tasting of six wines made from cool-climate grape varieties. We’ll explore how cooler growing conditions influence a wine’s acidity, aromatics and overall character while tasting a range of distinctive expressions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Event Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe event begins at Project Genesys and concludes at Waterford Wine \u0026amp; Spirits in Delafield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants are responsible for their own transportation between locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace is limited, and advance registration is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere will be a minimum of 12 guests required for this tasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waterford Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51769295798505,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/2805\/7022\/files\/09.23ProjectGenesys.jpg?v=1788210545","url":"https:\/\/waterfordwine.com\/products\/project-genesys","provider":"Waterford Wine and Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}