Pinot Unbound: Four Expressions, One Grape

About This Event

Boulder Wine Merchant presents Pinot Unbound: Four Expressions, One Grape with special guest Jen Burger de Jimenez on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. This complimentary in-store wine tasting explores Pinot Noir’s remarkable versatility through four distinct expressions, from sparkling to classic Burgundy. Discover why this thin-skinned, site-sensitive grape inspires devotion among wine lovers as you sample 2021 Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs, 2022 Chemistry American Pinot Noir, 2018 Trimbach Pinot Gris, and 2022 Vincent Girardin Bourgogne Rouge. Former Boulder Wine Merchant manager Jen Burger de Jimenez, now with Republic National Distributing, returns to pour wines and share expert insights on Pinot’s journey from vineyard to glass. Learn how terroir, climate, and winemaking techniques shape this elegant grape’s character across different regions and styles. Guests receive 10% off featured wines day-of. Perfect for wine enthusiasts seeking to deepen their understanding of Pinot Noir, Burgundy wines, and premium wine tasting in Boulder.

Event Details:

• Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
• Time: 5:00-7:00 PM
• Location: Boulder Wine Merchant (in-store)
• Cost: Complimentary (free admission)
• Special Guest: Jen Burger de Jimenez (Republic National Distributing, former Boulder Wine Merchant manager)
• Discount: 10% off featured wines on day of tasting

Featured Wines:

• 2021 Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs (Sparkling)
• 2022 Chemistry American Pinot Noir (New World)
• 2018 Trimbach Pinot Gris (Alsace)
• 2022 Vincent Girardin ‘Cuvée Saint Vincent’ Bourgogne Rouge (Burgundy)

What You’ll Learn:

• Pinot Noir’s sensitivity to terroir and climate
• Differences between sparkling, New World, and Old World expressions
• How winemaking techniques shape Pinot’s character
• The relationship between Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris

Host: Boulder Wine Merchant