Vitis Prohibita documents the incredible true story of “innocent” grape varieties that were deemed outlaws by the French government.

Their crime? They were grapes of resistance. Resistance to pests and diseases that, for more “noble” grapes, must be controlled with chemical sprays. In spite of laws specifically banning these grapes from European soils and attempts to demean their wines, rebellious farmers have defended their value and defied their prohibition. Resistant grape varieties may yet have the last word.

This film takes you inside stunning rural landscapes in France, Italy, Austria, Romania, and the United States where the resistant vines are living history and their unique wines have a passionate following.

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Join us on August 23rd as we welcome Vitis Prohibita filmmaker, Stéphan Balay to present this multi-award winning documentary. Following the screening will be a Q&A with Balay and a tasting of wines inspired the film, guided by 1900’s Master Sommelier, Doug Frost and Jerry Eisterhold of TerraVox Winery.

Your ticket price includes the film screening, wine tasting, and snacks from The Restaurant at 1900.