Gamay vs. Pinot Noir: A Regional Showdown
Join owner and sommelier Mel Guse for a three-part guided tasting exploring the nuanced differences between Gamay and Pinot Noir. Each round will feature one of each varietal, thoughtfully selected from the same region, allowing you to compare and contrast their expression through terroir and style.

$65 per person | Limited seating available

Join us for a one-of-a-kind collaboration event!

Experience the perfect pairing of wine and fashion as Gist Wine Shop teams up with Terra Shepherd Boutique & Apothecary. Enjoy a guided tasting of low-intervention wines from Gist, thoughtfully paired with the textures and styles of Terra Shepherd’s featured fall collection.

After the tasting, we’ll head down to Terra Shepherd for exclusive after-hours shopping and a glass of bubbly to cleanse the palate.

Support small businesses.
Shop sustainably.
Sip consciously.

$50 per person

Join us on Saturday Oct. 4th for a Division Wine Company tasting and wine shop takeover! We’ll be offering a tasting of their wines and featuring all Division wines by the glass throughout the day.

Come sip, learn, and celebrate one of our favorite producers crafting beautiful, expressive wines from the Pacific Northwest.

Tasting: $30

No RSVP needed — just stop by and enjoy!

Join us for a Chardonnay Tasting!
Sunday, September 14th | $30 Tasting Fee

Explore the many faces of Chardonnay as we pour a range of styles from diverse regions around the world — from crisp and mineral-driven to fuller and focused.

Come with an open mind and get ready to get your CHAR-D on!
Cheers! 🍷

Have you ever thought about translating what you taste into color?
Join owner and sommelier Mel Guse in collaboration with Mel Cotton, owner of Rose and Eugene Presents for an experimental wine tasting where flavor meets canvas. Together, we'll explore the connection between taste and sight—bringing your sensory experience to life through color and creativity.

Come with an open mind and a willingness to explore how what we taste can become what we see.

$75 per person – includes wine tasting, all art supplies, and a canvas to take home.
Limited seating available.

It has been HOT and while red wines may not sound exactly like what you want to drink in this heat, there are wonderful red varietals that are light and taste great chilled! Come and taste through some beautiful chilled red wines on Saturday, Aug 9th! Pop in anytime during open hours (12pm-6pm) for the tasting and just...chill.

Step into a relaxed evening of watercolor, wine, and connection at Gist Wine Shop, downtown’s cozy haven for natural wines. This special edition of CraftED zooms in on the beauty of simplicity: you’ll learn basic techniques while painting a loose, dreamy still life of a feather.

Whether you’re brand new to watercolor or looking to loosen up your style, this evening is about enjoying the process, playing with color, and soaking in creative vibes.

Discover the World of Grüner Veltliner
Join owner and sommelier Mel Guse for a guided tasting exploring Grüner Veltliner from around the globe. While this crisp, food-friendly white is best known for its Austrian roots, it’s now grown in regions far and wide—and has become a summer favorite at the shop.

$55 per person | Limited seats available

Join us on Monday, July 14th from 4–7pm for a soirée celebrating all things French! We’ll have a line up of fabulous French wines from across the country, long with a selection of delicious French cheeses to pair with the wines.

No reservations needed—just drop in, sip, snack, and celebrate Bastille Day with us!

Did you know wine is fermented and aged in four main different vessels: stainless steel, wood, cement and clay?! Join owner and sommelier, Mel Guse, for a one-of-a-kind wine class and tasting that focuses on the four different vessels of fermentation and aging in wine and how it affects the wine’s profile. Limited seats available. $65/tasting and instruction.

Step into a relaxed evening of watercolor, wine, and connection at Gist Wine Shop, downtown’s cozy haven for natural wines. This special edition of CraftED zooms in on the beauty of simplicity: you’ll learn basic techniques while painting a loose, dreamy still life of a feather.

Whether you’re brand new to watercolor or looking to loosen up your style, this evening is about enjoying the process, playing with color, and soaking in creative vibes.

Join us at the shop for a special Pride celebration featuring a vibrant lineup of 3 sparkling wines from three different shades of the rainbow. Stop by anytime between 12pm and 6pm to sip through this colorful flight.

$25 per person | No reservation needed

Raise a glass with us—Happy Pride! 🥂

Join us for the ultimate rosé tasting as we take over the patio at Fernson Brewing Downtown on Sunday, June 1st, from 2–4 PM!

We’ll be pouring our favorite rosés of the season—including a few very limited gems—while Fernson features some of their summertime favorites. Sip in the sunshine, snack on french fries from Wagoo Burger, and soak in the vibes.

Plus, enter our raffle for a chance to win amazing prizes from Gist and Fernson!

It’s the rosé event of the summer—don’t miss it.
$65/person | Limited tickets available

Join us for a special night featuring acclaimed winemaker Ian Brand, known for his passion, precision, and deep connection to California’s hidden vineyard gems.

After graduating from Middlebury College and serving in the Peace Corps, Ian honed his winemaking skills at Bonny Doon Vineyard. Today, he crafts exceptional wines under three distinct labels—I. Brand, Le P’tit Paysan, and La Marea—at his own winery, I. Brand & Family.

In 2018, Ian was named Winemaker of the Year by the San Francisco Chronicle, recognized for his ability to uncover and elevate little-known vineyards to greatness.

$45 per person | Limited seating available. Light food provided my Nunzio’s Food Hall.

Don’t miss this opportunity to taste, learn, and connect with one of California’s most visionary winemakers.

We are collaborating with Rose and Eugene Presents for an Art and Wine night! This CraftED Pop allow you to choose your art form for the evening including the following:Oil Pastel Drawing, Watercolor Painting, Air Dry Clay Sculpting, or Paper Weaving—each experience is thoughtfully curated with the tools and materials needed to create a one-of-a-kind artwork. The ticket prices includes a glass of wine as well. Please join us for some art, wine and inspiration!

Join Us for a Magical Evening of Yoga & Wine

You're invited to a relaxing and uplifting evening on the rooftop garden of the Boyce Greeley building. Enjoy a guided yoga session led by Sarah Bruxvoort of Joy Collective Yoga Studio, followed by a glass of wine from Gist.

$45 per person
We hope to see you there!

Moms do it all, and they deserve the best! 💐🍷

Join us on Saturday, May 10th, for a special Mother’s Day wine tasting, featuring some of the finest wines handpicked with moms in mind.

$30 per person | 12 PM – 6 PM

Treat Mom (or yourself!) to a well-deserved taste of the best. 🍷✨

City Council Bingo is Back—Let’s get engaged!

Politics can be frustrating, confusing… or a great excuse to grab a glass of wine and play BINGO! 🎉

Join us at Gist Wine Shop for a night of community, conversation, and good-natured fun as we turn City Council meetings into a game.

How It Works:

🔹 Step 1: Grab a bingo card filled with classic City Council moments—like “Someone calls for transparency” or “We don’t want to be like Sioux City.”
🔹 Step 2: Follow along as the meeting unfolds, marking off your squares.
🔹 Step 3: First to BINGO gets bragging rights wines a prize!

It’s an easy, low-key way to meet your neighbors, stay informed, and turn city government into something we enjoy engaging with.

Event Details:

📅 Tuesday, March 4
📍 Gist Wine Shop – 108 W 11th Street
⏰ 6:00 PM – Come early, grab a drink, and get ready!

The more places that bring people together for civic events like this, the stronger our community becomes. We’re kicking things off at Gist Wine Shop—so come sip, learn, and play along! 🍷✨

See you there!

We are collaborating with Rose and Eugene Presents for an Art and Wine night! This CraftED Pop allow you to choose your art form for the evening including the following:Oil Pastel Drawing, Watercolor Painting, Air Dry Clay Sculpting, or Paper Weaving—each experience is thoughtfully curated with the tools and materials needed to create a one-of-a-kind artwork. The ticket prices includes a glass of wine as well. Please join us for some art, wine and inspiration!

The incredible E. is back again, ready to read your tarot cards while you enjoy our featured wine flight! ✨

Tarot cards are a powerful tool for connecting with your inner wisdom and intuition. They often reflect life’s challenges and joys, helping you gain clarity and embrace your authentic path.

Join us for an enlightening experience—just $50 for a tarot reading and a specially curated wine flight.

Limited tickets available—reserve yours now!

Join owner and sommelier Mel Guse for a special wine tasting that delves into the biodynamic wine calendar. Experience the intriguing impact of biodynamics in this unique two-part event! Taste the same wines on two distinct biodynamic days and discover how their profiles evolve in remarkable ways.

• Part 1: Fruit Day
  Date: Sunday, March 23
  Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

• Part 2: Root Day
  Date: Sunday, April 6
  Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

$120 for both sessions (limited seats available).

Reserve your spot today and join us for this journey into the world of biodynamic wines!

We are collaborating with Rose and Eugene Presents for an Art and Wine night! This CraftED Pop allow you to choose your art form for the evening including the following:Oil Pastel Drawing, Watercolor Painting, Air Dry Clay Sculpting, or Paper Weaving—each experience is thoughtfully curated with the tools and materials needed to create a one-of-a-kind artwork. The ticket prices includes a glass of wine as well. Please join us for some art, wine and inspiration!

City Council Bingo is Back—Let’s get engaged!

Politics can be frustrating, confusing… or a great excuse to grab a glass of wine and play BINGO! 🎉

Join us at Gist Wine Shop for a night of community, conversation, and good-natured fun as we turn City Council meetings into a game.

How It Works:

🔹 Step 1: Grab a bingo card filled with classic City Council moments—like “Someone calls for transparency” or “We don’t want to be like Sioux City.”
🔹 Step 2: Follow along as the meeting unfolds, marking off your squares.
🔹 Step 3: First to BINGO gets bragging rights wines a prize!

It’s an easy, low-key way to meet your neighbors, stay informed, and turn city government into something we enjoy engaging with.

Event Details:

📅 Tuesday, March 4
📍 Gist Wine Shop – 108 W 11th Street
⏰ 6:00 PM – Come early, grab a drink, and get ready!

The more places that bring people together for civic events like this, the stronger our community becomes. We’re kicking things off at Gist Wine Shop—so come sip, learn, and play along! 🍷✨

See you there!

Celebrate Women’s History Month with us as we honor incredible women in wine! Gather your friends and enjoy a special wine tasting featuring the artistry, elegance, and passion of some of our favorite women winemakers. $25 per person.

We are collaborating with Rose and Eugene Presents for an Art and Wine night! This CraftED Pop allow you to choose your art form for the evening including the following:Oil Pastel Drawing, Watercolor Painting, Air Dry Clay Sculpting, or Paper Weaving—each experience is thoughtfully curated with the tools and materials needed to create a one-of-a-kind artwork. The ticket prices includes a glass of wine as well. Please join us for some art, wine and inspiration!

Take your wine-tasting skills to the next level with Part 2: Textures!

Have you ever struggled to describe how a wine feels in your mouth? That sensation is influenced by tannins – and not all tannins are created equal. In this class, owner and sommelier Mel Guse will guide you through the nuances of tannins and wine textures, helping you develop a deeper understanding of how wine interacts with your palate.

$75 per person. Limited space available

This sensory-focused experience is perfect for wine enthusiasts looking to refine their palate. Reserve your spot today to discover the textural side of wine like a true sommelier!

Join us for a delightful day of chocolate and wine! Savor three exquisite wines paired with three decadent chocolates for an unforgettable sensory experience. Perfect for a date or a special treat for yourself.

$30 per person.

It’s back – and better than ever!

Join us for a fun, out-of-the-box wine pairing experience: Chips, Dips, and Wine Pairing! This year, we’re pairing 5 different wine styles with delicious chip-and-dip combos for a creative and tasty twist on traditional pairings.

Come a little hungry, bring an open mind, and get ready to sip, crunch, and dip your way through this one-of-a-kind event.

$50 per person
Seats are limited – reserve yours today!

We can’t wait to share this delicious adventure with you!

Ever wondered how sommeliers identify those intriguing wine aromas? Join us for Part 1: Aromas, where we’ll take a deep dive into using your sense of smell to explore and describe wine’s aromatic profile.

For many of us, putting scents into words can be a challenge. This class is designed to help! We’ll use the renowned 54 Aromas of Le Nez du Vin, as featured in The Drops of God on Apple TV (2023), to guide our exploration.

$75 per person | Limited seats available

Don’t miss this immersive and educational experience. Reserve your spot today and take the one step toward tasting like a sommelier!

Cozy up at the shop and explore four single-varietal reds, each rich in flavor and texture—perfect for warming your soul this season! 🍷 Join us for this delightful tasting experience. $25 per person. Cheers!