Sitting at a table, with a winemaker or producer just a few seats away, changes the entire experience. It’s no longer just about what’s in the glass—it’s about hearing how and why that wine came to be. The land, the decisions, the years behind it. It brings a level of connection that you simply don’t get otherwise.
Troy curates these evenings very intentionally. The winemakers he invites are people whose work he respects—producers who are thoughtful about what they do and generous in sharing it. Having them here, in such an intimate setting, allows for a kind of conversation that feels natural and unhurried.
Recently, we hosted Peter Michael Winery, and it was one of those memorable nights. The owners joined guests at the table, speaking about their wines while they tasted through vintages that are rarely available. There’s something special about experiencing a wine like that—hearing its story as you taste it, understanding how it’s evolved over time.
The upcoming dinners continue in that same spirit. M. Chapoutier, from the Rhône Valley, will be with us soon. Their work in biodynamic farming and their deep connection to place have made them one of the most respected producers in the world. And later this summer, we’ll welcome Dynamis Estate Wines from North Carolina—an exciting, thoughtful vineyard working at elevation in the Blue Ridge Mountains, producing wines that feel both precise and distinctly their own.
Something that has become increasingly important to me is the role we all play in supporting the wine industry—especially now. Many of the producers we work with are family-owned or independently run, navigating a market that continues to shift with climate challenges, changing consumption habits, and rising production costs. Choosing to open a bottle, attend a dinner, or learn more about a vineyard is, in a small way, a way of supporting the people and places behind it.
These dinners offer a rare opportunity to engage with that world more directly—to understand not just the finished wine, but the effort, risk, and care that goes into each vintage.
What I find most meaningful about these evenings is that they’re not just for collectors or experts. They’re for anyone who is curious. You don’t need to know anything about wine to enjoy them—you simply need to be open to the experience. The conversations, the pairings, the small moments of discovery… those are what stay with you.
That same sense of approachability carries over into Galloway’s Wine Shop, where our sommeliers are there not to impress, but to guide. Whether you’re choosing something for dinner, a gift, or just exploring, it’s meant to feel easy and welcoming.
We also host complimentary tastings on Saturday’s—quiet opportunities to learn more, if you’d like, or simply to taste something new.
If you’re interested, sign up at the bottom of the page here to learn more about our wine program and what our somm’s are sipping.
But more than anything, these evenings are about connection—to the wine, to the people who make it, and to each other. And that’s what makes them feel so special.
