June wine-tasting event planned for downtown

ROCHESTER - Rochester Main Street volunteers will host a wine tasting featuring wines from the award-winning Zorvino Vineyards in Sandown, N.H., on June 4 from 5:30-8:00 p.m.

The tasting, sponsored by Federal Savings Bank, will be held in the gardens at Studley’s.

Tickets are $25 and guests will enjoy a sampling of six wines paired with hors d’oeuvre offerings from six local restaurants: Bella Fresca, Lilac City Grille, Spaulding Steak & Ale, Windjammer’s Seafood, and Happy Pappy’s Country Store 

Entertainment will be provided by Bill Cormier or they may bid on great silent auction items such as golf packages, Red Sox tickets, or a Rochester Gift Basket.

Tickets are limited, so it is early reservations are advised. All proceeds will benefit downtown Rochester Main Street Projects.

Wines include fruited varietals and whites with a special wine paired with a chocolate fondue. Tickets are available at the Main Street Office, The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce or at Studley’s Flower Gardens. Excess Parking is available in the rear parking lot next door at The Governor’s Inn. 

A special feature of the evening will be a silent auction of local items.  For more information on Wine In The Gardens or to volunteer to help revitalize downtown, please contact the Rochester Main Street Office at 603-330-3208 or email director@rochestermainstreet.org.