Wine Tastings around the Modesto region

WHAT: Reds for the Holidays

WHERE: O'Brien's Market, 4120 Dale Road, Modesto; (209) 545-8100

WHEN: 2 to 5 p.m. today-Sunday

WINES: Merlot and Cabernet Franc

COST: $5

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WHAT: Tastes of the Vine

WHERE: Stewart & Jasper, McHenry Village, 1700 McHenry Ave.;(209) 577-6887

WHEN: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

WINES: Frank Family Chardonnay, Kali Hart Chardonnay, Esterlina Riesling, Morgan Pinot Noir, Orin Swift "Prisoner", Rombauer Cabernet Sauvignon

COST: $2-$20

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WHAT: Aromas of Fine Wine

WHERE: Stewart & Jasper, Del Lago Plaza, 2985 Renzo Lane, Patterson; (209) 895-9463

WHEN: Sunday-Thursday, noon to 7 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, noon to 8 p.m.

WINES: Tolosa Chardonnay, J. Pinot Gris, Orin Swift "Saldo," Tolosa Grenache, Ahnfeldt Cabernet Sauvignon, Wild Hog Pinot Noir

COST: $12

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WHAT: Various Top Producers

WHERE: The Vintage Cellar, 4342 Dale Road, Modesto; (209) 545-9232

WHEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday

WINES: Award winning wines from various producers

COST: $4 per 3-ounce pour; $20 for six

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WHAT: Holiday Sparkling and Dessert Wines

WHERE: O'Brien's Market, 4120 Dale Road, Modesto; (209) 545-8100

WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday

WINES: Sparkling wines, champagnes, ports and dessert wines

COST: $10