appalachian aperitivo | a wine + snack event with botanist + barrel | august 16th

$65.00

saturday, august 16, 2025

5pm - 7pm

Join us for Appalachian Aperitivo — an intimate evening of local food, wild wines, bold conversation + Southern hospitality.

This special event brings together food, fermentation and storytelling in celebration of the Southern land and table. Kristin will kick off the evening with a casual chat on Southern small plates, sharing her creative approach to pairing seasonal, local ingredients with natural wines.

Joining in collaboration are a couple of our favorite Asheville friends: Lyndon Smith and Amie Fields, founders of Botanist & Barrel and creators of DeFi Wines. Known for their boundary-pushing pét-nats and commitment to hybrid varietals and wild fermentation, they’ll pour a vibrant lineup of zero-additive, Appalachian-grown wines…from Vermentino and Sangiovese to Cabernet Franc rosé and cold-hardy hybrid blends.

Come sip, snack + savor a spirited evening of Southern sips, inspired pairings, and the stories behind every bottle.

  • Wine + nibbles included.

  • We apologize but due to our permit, no outside alcohol is allowed on La Poste’s property.

  • Please be aware of La Poste’s cancellation policy before signing up.

  • La Poste’s kitchen is located on the second floor of a historic building. Taking a small flight of stairs to the second story is required to access the kitchen. I apologize that this may not be ideal for everyone. Please let me know if you’re unable to attend for this reason and I will do my best to help you find a time to attend class at the Barn.

saturday, august 16, 2025

5pm - 7pm

Join us for Appalachian Aperitivo — an intimate evening of local food, wild wines, bold conversation + Southern hospitality.

This special event brings together food, fermentation and storytelling in celebration of the Southern land and table. Kristin will kick off the evening with a casual chat on Southern small plates, sharing her creative approach to pairing seasonal, local ingredients with natural wines.

Joining in collaboration are a couple of our favorite Asheville friends: Lyndon Smith and Amie Fields, founders of Botanist & Barrel and creators of DeFi Wines. Known for their boundary-pushing pét-nats and commitment to hybrid varietals and wild fermentation, they’ll pour a vibrant lineup of zero-additive, Appalachian-grown wines…from Vermentino and Sangiovese to Cabernet Franc rosé and cold-hardy hybrid blends.

Come sip, snack + savor a spirited evening of Southern sips, inspired pairings, and the stories behind every bottle.

  • Wine + nibbles included.

  • We apologize but due to our permit, no outside alcohol is allowed on La Poste’s property.

  • Please be aware of La Poste’s cancellation policy before signing up.

  • La Poste’s kitchen is located on the second floor of a historic building. Taking a small flight of stairs to the second story is required to access the kitchen. I apologize that this may not be ideal for everyone. Please let me know if you’re unable to attend for this reason and I will do my best to help you find a time to attend class at the Barn.

+ Cooking classes and creative workshops are always small, hands-on, laid-back, focus on what’s in season, and culminate with a festive, shared meal.

+ Once purchased, your class or workshop tuition is non-refundable, but you may have someone attend in your place if you are unable to attend.

+ If the class or workshop must be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances on the part of la poste, you will have the choice of scheduling a new class or workshop or receiving a complete refund.

+ la poste is surrounded by grassy and gravel areas, steps, and changes in elevation. Please dress appropriately, comfortable footwear and an extra layer of warmth is recommended.

+ I apologize, but La Poste is housed in a historic building and the kitchen can only be accessed by a small set of stairs to the second floor.

+ Not responsible for personal injury or accidents while on the la poste property.

+ Please inquire regarding booking a private class for yourself or your small group.