Who can attend this event?

The tasting is inclusive and open to all adults 21+; the evening is led by women sommeliers but welcomes guests of any gender.

How long is the tasting?

The event runs approximately two hours and includes several small-format pours and discussion.

Do I need to reserve a spot?

Yes—space is limited. Reserve through the provided referral link to guarantee seating.

Is there parking nearby?

Yes—central Andreas has public parking areas within a short walk; bring comfortable shoes for that walk.

Are food pairings provided?

The event may include small treats selected by the sommeliers; check the booking page for specific inclusions or bring dietary notes when reserving.

Is the venue accessible?

Accessibility details were not provided; contact the host directly to confirm accommodations.

Galentine’s Wine Night with Cellar Beast in Andreas, PA — Meet the Somms | Wine | Winery

On a lively Friday evening in Andreas, Pennsylvania, “Meet the Somms: Galentine’s Day Edition” brings a different kind of local gathering to life at Cellar Beast’s Winehouse. Situated in the small community just off the foothills of the Poconos and the Lehigh Valley, this two-hour tasting pairs approachable education with personal storytelling as women sommeliers pour selections that reflect local terroir and global influence.

The scene: a low-lit tasting room, groups clustered around a long table, decanters catching candlelight. The key features are convivial flights chosen by each somm — small-format pours, curated by taste and backstory — and an emphasis on wines that illustrate regional geology: limestone and shale soils that shape Pennsylvania’s vineyards, plus a few surprising imports for contrast. Expect wines chosen to show texture and place, with a few personal pours and treats that reveal how each somm’s palate formed.

What makes this offering stand out is personality. Cellar Beast’s team foregrounds women’s voices in service and selection, telling the stories behind the bottles as much as discussing acid, tannin, and finish. Although billed around Galentine’s Day — the pop-culture tradition popularized on television to celebrate friendship — the evening is explicitly inclusive, welcoming all genders who want a warm, conversational tasting rather than a formal lecture.

Practical notes: the event runs two hours and works well as a night out from nearby Lehighton or Palmerton; it’s ideal for travelers staying in those towns. Small groups and personal pours create a relaxed pace, so you’ll leave with tasting notes, new producer names, and anecdotal context that’s as memorable as the wines themselves.

Beyond the pours, the Winehouse contributes to Andreas’s local scene by hosting neighborhood events that keep the region’s food-and-drink culture lively between tourist seasons. Hikers and paddlers returning from Lehigh Gorge State Park or the nearby sections of the Appalachian Trail often stop for a glass, turning an outdoor day into a social evening.

If you come, bring a valid ID, an open palate, and a willingness to ask questions. Consider arriving from late afternoon hikes or after a Lehigh River paddle; the tasting doubles as recovery and celebration. Whether you’re curious about Pennsylvania wines or simply looking for a convivial night with sharp, funny sommeliers, Meet the Somms offers an accessible, memorable way to experience Andreas’s approachable food-and-drink culture.

Sessions often include tasting tips on decanting, serving temperature, and simple pairings you can replicate at home. The sommeliers occasionally spotlight under-the-radar Pennsylvania producers, creating a bridge between local growers and curious visitors. Reserve early; seating is limited and the event fills quickly, especially around holiday weekends. Bring comfortable shoes for the walk from central Andreas parking lots; cheers