Oxford Uncorked

Oxford Uncorked Annual Wine Festival

Welcome Rick Pitcher & Grand Cru SelectionsWe’re excited to welcome Rick and Grand Cru Selections to Oxford Uncorked.Ric...
02/06/2026

Welcome Rick Pitcher & Grand Cru Selections

We’re excited to welcome Rick and Grand Cru Selections to Oxford Uncorked.

Rick’s wine journey began in Central New York, where food, family, and wine were woven into everyday life. Inspired by an early exposure to some of the world’s great wine estates through his family’s connection to the wine trade, he followed his passion from restaurant floors and wine lists in New York City to a successful career representing some of the most respected producers in the world. After more than two decades in hospitality and wine leadership roles, Rick now brings that experience and deep producer relationships to Grand Cru Selections.

Founded in New York City, Grand Cru Selections has built a reputation as one of the country’s most respected importers and distributors, representing a collection of growers and winemakers whose focus is authenticity, terroir, and craftsmanship. Their portfolio includes many of the most sought-after names in Burgundy, Champagne, the Rhône, Italy, California, and beyond, all united by a commitment to quality and a passion for place.

Whether you’re discovering a new producer or revisiting an old favorite, Rick’s enthusiasm, knowledge, and hospitality make every bottle tell a story. We can’t wait for you to taste through the incredible Grand Cru Selections portfolio and spend time with one of the industry’s true ambassadors of fine wine.

Welcome to Oxford Uncorked, Rick!

🍷 WELCOME TO OXFORD UNCORKED, DARREN PALACE! 🍷We’re thrilled to welcome Darren to Oxford Uncorked and even more excited ...
30/05/2026

🍷 WELCOME TO OXFORD UNCORKED, DARREN PALACE! 🍷

We’re thrilled to welcome Darren to Oxford Uncorked and even more excited to have the wines of Sandhi, Evening Land, and Piedrasassi back in Mississippi.

🏡 From Family Traditions to Fine Wine

Raised in northern New Jersey in a close-knit Italian-Irish family, Darren’s appreciation for wine began around the dinner table, where food, wine, family, and tradition came together. Those early experiences sparked a lifelong passion for wine’s unique ability to connect people.

🍇 From Finance to the Cellar

After earning degrees in Finance and Art, Darren followed his passion and made a life-changing decision in 2007, leaving his finance career to help launch Red Hook Winery in Brooklyn. Over six years, he immersed himself in every aspect of winemaking, ultimately serving as Assistant Winemaker and General Manager.

🌎 A Coast-to-Coast Wine Journey

Darren’s career eventually led him west, where he worked in Napa Valley and represented some of California and Oregon’s most celebrated Pinot Noir and Chardonnay producers through Failla Wines. Along the way, he built a reputation for creating lasting relationships through wine while helping grow iconic brands nationwide.

🍷 Today

Darren serves as National Sales Manager while remaining actively involved in production for Sandhi, Evening Land, Domaine de la Côte, and Piedrasassi. His hands-on experience helped shape the 2020, 2021, and 2022 vintages from these acclaimed wineries.

Join us at Oxford Uncorked to meet Darren, hear his story, and taste some of the most exciting wines being produced on the West Coast today.

Last year brought the flavor, kept the crowd wanting more, and somehow made every glass of wine taste even better. We’r...
28/05/2026

Last year brought the flavor, kept the crowd wanting more, and somehow made every glass of wine taste even better. We’re excited to welcome them back for another year of incredible eats, great wine, and a full day of celebrating all things delicious.

Welcome back Josh Christian of Oxford Meat Co. to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked!Who remembers those brisket tacos from ...
23/05/2026

Welcome back Josh Christian of Oxford Meat Co. to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked!

Who remembers those brisket tacos from last year?! 🌮🔥 People are still talking about them a year later. Josh absolutely crushed it, and we can’t wait to see what he cooks up for us this year.

Great wine deserves great food, and Josh always brings the heat. Stay hungry, Oxford. 🍷🥩

Please join us in welcoming Chef Newman Miller of Bardstown, Kentucky to the 2nd annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival.Kn...
17/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Chef Newman Miller of Bardstown, Kentucky to the 2nd annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival.

Known for his deep respect for Southern ingredients, bourbon country hospitality, and elevated approach to regional cuisine, Chef Newman brings the spirit of Kentucky to Oxford for an unforgettable weekend of food and wine.

Chef Newman is the Chef and Partner at Mr. Tubs and Scout and Scholar in Bardstown. Before launching his current ventures, Newman served as Executive Chef of Star Hill Provisions at Maker’s Mark as well as the historic The Harrison-Smith House in Bardstown. Many may also recognize him from his appearance on Top Chef.

From the heart of Bardstown — one of America’s great whiskey destinations — to the table at Oxford Uncorked, we’re thrilled to welcome him to Oxford for an unforgettable weekend of food, wine, and hospitality.

We’re excited to welcome James Rahn Wine Co. to the 2nd annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival this July!James Rahn has b...
11/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome James Rahn Wine Co. to the 2nd annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival this July!

James Rahn has become one of the most compelling voices coming out of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, crafting thoughtful, site-driven wines from organically farmed vineyards with a philosophy centered around balance, transparency, and pure drinkability. His wines lean low-alcohol, food-friendly, and are expressive of both vineyard and vintage — the kind of bottles that make you want to sit at the table a little longer.

James found his way into the wine world through restaurants and hospitality before eventually heading to Oregon, where he fell in love with the energy and authenticity of the Willamette Valley. What began as a deep curiosity about wine evolved into a passion for farming, fermentation, and crafting wines that reflect place without unnecessary manipulation.

If you love authentic producers, cool-climate wines, and winemakers who don’t take themselves too seriously while still making seriously delicious wine, you’re going to want to spend some time with James this year.

Join us July 11, 2026 at The Powerhouse for an unforgettable day of wine, conversation, and incredible guests from around the world. 🍷

Please join us in welcoming Ron Stanfield of Boutique Wines to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival.With more th...
09/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ron Stanfield of Boutique Wines to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival.

With more than 25 years deeply rooted in the world of Willamette Valley wine, Ron has built a portfolio centered around what we love most at High Cotton — small production, organically farmed, thoughtfully made wines with real personality and a sense of place.

Through Boutique Wines, Ron represents producers like Out of Necessity, McKinlay, Jacob Martin, and James Rahn — wineries focused on craftsmanship over scale and authenticity over trends.

And while the wines may come from Oregon, there’s a Southern connection here too. Ron’s Alabama roots bring a little Southern hospitality to the Pacific Northwest wine scene, and we’re excited to have him bringing these incredible wines to Oxford.

If you love high-end boutique wines, organically grown vineyards, and passionate people behind the bottle, this is a guest you won’t want to miss at this year’s festival.

We’re thrilled to welcome Maxime Pierlot of Champagne A. Bergère back to the 2nd annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival. 🍾...
06/05/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Maxime Pierlot of Champagne A. Bergère back to the 2nd annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival. 🍾🇫🇷

Representing one of the most exciting grower Champagne estates in the Vallée du Petit Morin, Maxime brings the passion, precision, and family tradition that have made A. Bergère a favorite among Champagne lovers around the world. From laser-focused Blanc de Blancs to richly textured terroir-driven cuvées, these are wines that perfectly capture both elegance and energy.

Having producers like Maxime travel all the way from Champagne to Oxford is exactly what makes Oxford Uncorked so special — an opportunity to meet the people behind the bottles, hear their stories firsthand, and taste wines at the source of their inspiration.

We cannot wait to pop bottles with Maxime again this July. 🥂

We’re excited to welcome back Eric Railsback to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked 🍷A true force in the wine world, Eric’s c...
30/04/2026

We’re excited to welcome back Eric Railsback to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked 🍷

A true force in the wine world, Eric’s career spans some of the most influential restaurant programs in the country before helping shape a new wave of California wine—one rooted in Old World philosophy and precision. From Santa Barbara to New York, his fingerprints are all over the modern wine landscape.

🍇 Eric continues to push boundaries through projects like La Ferme de la Forêt, an Oregon-based collaboration focused on Old World-inspired wines from pristine vineyard sites in the Columbia River Gorge—where farming and terroir take center stage and the goal is simple: let the grapes speak.

🍇 Beyond La Ferme de La Foret, Railsback Frères began as a passion project between Eric and his brother Lyle—starting with a Bandol-inspired rosé and evolving into a full range of wines built on Southern French varietals, native fermentations, and minimal intervention. It’s California through a deeply French lens—pure, energetic, and wildly drinkable.

🍇 His influence stretches even further into projects centered on thoughtful sourcing and restrained, Old World expression—showcasing a consistent philosophy across regions: balance, site, and authenticity over manipulation.

✨ This is what Oxford Uncorked is all about—bringing in producers who are shaping the future of American wine while staying rooted in the traditions that made us fall in love with it in the first place.

Come meet Eric, taste through his wines, and experience the intersection of West Coast energy and Old World soul.

We’re excited to welcome Beth Reinhard of Kobrand Fine Wine & Spirits to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival.Be...
27/04/2026

We’re excited to welcome Beth Reinhard of Kobrand Fine Wine & Spirits to the 2nd Annual Oxford Uncorked Wine Festival.

Beth represents one of the most historic names in American wine importing. Founded in 1944, Kobrand has spent decades building an elite portfolio that includes iconic producers such as Louis Jadot, Champagne Taittinger, Domaine Carneros, Taylor Fladgate, and many more world-class estates from across the globe.

Beth brings a deep passion for wine education and a sharp understanding of both classic regions and emerging producers, helping connect some of the world’s most celebrated wineries with wine lovers across the country.

We’re thrilled to have her join us in Oxford on July 11th at The Powerhouse as we continue bringing some of the biggest names in wine to Mississippi. Come meet Beth, taste incredible wines, and see why Oxford Uncorked keeps getting bigger every year. 🍷

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