Perfectly Pairing Wine & Chocolate
Celebrate Valentine’s with five wines and five chocolates at Brooklyn Winery in Washington, DC. A guided, sensory tasting that pairs structure and sweetness—perfect for a date night or a lively evening with friends.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
60–75 minutes
Fitness Level
Light—suitable for most adults comfortable standing or sitting for an hour
Wildlife
History
Wine-and-chocolate pairings became a popular tasting format in the late 20th century as sommeliers explored texture and sweetness interactions.
Conservation
Choose responsible consumption and reuse—ask about recycling programs for bottles and support venues that minimize single-use plastics.
District Winery
Perfectly Pairing Wine & Chocolate
District Winery is an urban winery located in Washington, DC. The winery operates a range of guided tastings and experiences that focus on wine education, pairing, and tasting. Weekly programs include Nerdy Thursdays, a wine tasting guided by the Senior Wine Educator that explores a different category each week; Sunday Sips, an interactive Sunday tasting series with rotating activities such as blind tastings and wine bottle painting; and Food Fridays, a weekly food-and-wine pairing tasting led by Wine Educators featuring a rotating menu of cheeses and snacks.
In addition to weekly events, District Winery offers a Wine Tour & Tasting: a behind-the-scenes tour of the winemaking space followed by a tasting of five wines over approximately 60 minutes. Guests are reminded to bring valid identification for tastings. For couples, Date Night for Two provides a guided winery tour and tasting for two with reserved seating, two glasses of wine, and the opportunity to purchase a favorite bottle at a special price.
The programming emphasizes approachable wine education led by trained wine educators and a Senior Wine Educator. Experiences combine tasting, learning, and interactive activities suited for wine enthusiasts and visitors seeking a memorable urban winery outing. Events rotate regularly to ensure fresh themes and pairings. District Winery’s offerings provide clear options for casual tastings, educational sessions, food pairing experiences, and intimate date-night packages in Washington, DC. Scheduled times vary by experience; guests should check availability and book in advance when possible to secure preferred dates and seating and arrival times.
Location
Washington, DC
Located in Washington, DC
Tour Length
60 minutes
Wine tour & tasting duration
Weekly Events
Thurs–Sun
Regular themed tastings and activities
First in DC
DC's first winery
Historic urban winery offering
Select a tour or weekly event, secure seats, and experience DC’s first urban winery led by expert wine educators.
Reserve early
Valentine’s slots fill quickly—book at least two weeks in advance for weekend times.
Tell them about allergies
Notify the host of nut or dairy allergies when booking; chocolates can contain allergens.
Hydrate between pours
Sip water between pairings to reset your palate and better detect differences.
Dress for indoor temps
Tasting rooms can be cool; a light layer keeps you comfortable for the full session.
Government ID
Required to verify age for alcohol service.
Light jacket or sweater
Indoor tasting rooms can run cool, especially in winter.
Phone or camera
For tasting notes and label photos to remember favorite pours.
Allergy medication (if needed)
Carry whatever you need if you have known food allergies.