Passport & Pour:
A Night in Southern Italy
A Co-Hosted Wine & Travel Event By:
Follow the Goose Travel & Grafted Wine Co.
Date: Wednesday, September 9
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
Location: Grafted Wine Co. Warehouse
Tickets: $40 per person (Strictly limited to 20 guests)
THE EXPERIENCE
Transport your palate to the sun-soaked coastlines of Southern Italy without leaving St. Louis.
Join Caitlin (Follow the Goose Travel) and Kallie (Grafted Wine Co.) for an intimate, casual evening blending boutique regional wines, insider travel stories, local artisanal bites, and private wholesale shopping.
Welcome Drink: A crisp, refreshing Limoncello Spritz upon arrival
Guided Wine Tasting: 3 regional Southern Italian pours, ending with a traditional Sicilian Amaro digestif
Artisanal Grazing: Generous charcuterie, local cheeses, olives, and fresh neighborhood sourdough focaccia
Traditional Sweet Finale: Homemade Italian treats featuring gluten-free Sicilian Paste di Mandorla and nut-free Neapolitan Mostaccioli Mignon
Travel Insights: Insider regional travel highlights, tips, and destination inspiration for your future Italian escapes
Exclusive Perks: Private access to shop Grafted’s curated warehouse collection at wholesale prices, plus special attendee travel offers
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Kallie | Founder, Grafted Wine Co.
Kallie is a wine importer and curator dedicated to connecting people with exceptional, authentic wines. She opens the doors to her private warehouse space to guide your tasting and offer exclusive wholesale purchasing for attendees.
Instagram: @graftedwineco
Caitlin | Founder, Follow the Goose Travel
Caitlin designs custom, high-touch travel itineraries that take curious travelers beyond the tourist traps. She brings the history, culture, and travel secrets of Southern Italy to life as your travel host for the evening.
Instagram: @followthegoosetravel
Frequently Asked Questions
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This is designed as a casual, stand-up tasting experience to encourage mingling and moving around the warehouse space. However, we want everyone to feel comfortable! If you require seating or any special accommodations, please reach out to Caitlin in advance at hello@gofollowthegoose.com, and we will gladly have a seat set up for you.
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Casual chic with a cozy layer! Because Grafted’s warehouse is kept at a cool temperature to protect and preserve the wine, we strongly recommend bringing a light sweater, denim jacket, or pashmina to stay comfortable throughout the evening.
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Yes, free parking is available directly outside the Grafted Wine Co. warehouse facility.
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Our grazing spread features a mix of cheeses, cured meats, fresh veggies, and local sourdough. For dessert, we serve both a naturally Gluten-Free option (Paste di Mandorla) and a Nut-Free option (Mostaccioli Mignon).
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During and after the tasting portion (until 8:00 PM), Kallie will be available to help you select your favorite bottles from the warehouse to purchase on-site at exclusive wholesale pricing.
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No. Because food and wine portions are prepared specifically for 20 guests, all tickets must be purchased in advance online.
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Yes! While tickets are non-refundable, they are 100% transferable. Simply send an email to Caitlin prior to the event with the name and email address of the person taking your spot.
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Grafted Wine Co is located in Maryland Heights.
2314 Millpark Dr
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Turn onto MIllpark Drive, and enter the second complex on your left.