November Wine & Cheese Pairing
You don't need a fancy cheese degree or to pronounce "charcuterie" correctly to appreciate great cheese and wine. Come hang out with us for an evening where we're pairing some of the best artisanal cheeses from Hook's Cheese Company (yes, Wisconsin makes incredible cheese – who knew?) with carefully selected imported wines.
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About this tasting
Event Description
You don't need a fancy cheese degree or to pronounce "charcuterie" correctly to appreciate great cheese and wine. Come hang out with us for an evening where we're pairing some of the best artisanal cheeses from Hook's Cheese Company (yes, Wisconsin makes incredible cheese – who knew?) with carefully selected imported wines.
The beauty of this event? Drop in whenever you want between 3 PM and 9 PM. Stay for 30 minutes or the whole evening. Bring a friend. Bring your pretentious friend. Bring your "I only drink beer" friend and prove them wrong. We'll have all four pairings available throughout the event, so you can taste at your own pace and figure out which combinations make you the happiest.
We're talking creamy, tangy, nutty, and downright delicious cheese paired with wines from France, Germany, and beyond. No stuffy wine bars. No judgment. Just good cheese, good wine, and good company.
The Pairings
1. Hook's Red Errigal & Metairie Cabernet Sauvignon
2. Hook's Sheep Milk Havarti & Günther Schlink Pinot Noir Rosé
3. Hook's Galway Bay & Laroque Chardonnay
4. Hook's 5-Year Swiss & Château Saint Bernard Bordeaux Supérieur
Dubuque, Iowa is the go-to spot for taking your palate on a little adventure.
About Our Cheese Partner
Hook's Cheese Company in Mineral Point, Wisconsin, has been crafting award-winning artisanal cheese since 1976. Master Cheesemakers Tony and Julie Hook have perfected aged cheddars, innovative mixed-milk cheeses, and some of the finest blues in the country. They source milk from the same small family farms they've worked with for over 40 years, proving that consistency, quality, and a little Wisconsin stubbornness create magic. Learn more at hookscheese.com
Event Details
When: Friday, November 7th, 2025
Time: 3 PM – 9 PM (Drop in anytime)
Where: EJ's Wine Shop, Historic Millwork District, Dubuque, IA
What to Expect
- Four carefully curated wine and cheese pairings
- Small bites to complement the tastings
- Knowledgeable staff ready to chat about what you're tasting
- A casual, welcoming vibe where you can stay as long as you'd like
Questions?
Reach out to us at cheers@ejswineshop.com or stop by the shop. We're located in the Historic Millwork District and love talking about cheese, wine, and why Wisconsin quietly runs the cheese world.
EJ's Wine Shop
Imported Wines | Craft Cocktails | Imported Beer
Dubuque, Iowa's go-to spot for taking your palate on a little adventure.
This event is for guests 21 and older. Please drink responsibly.
What to expect
Arrive a few minutes early
Doors open 15 minutes before. Grab a seat, we'll pour you a welcome sip.
Guided from start to finish
Your host walks you through every pour — where it's from, what to notice, why we chose it. Questions encouraged.
Stay as long as you like
The tasting runs about 90 minutes. Stay after for a glass of something new, or take a bottle home at the member discount.
Your host
EJ's Wine Shop & Tasting Room
Good to know
Parking
Street parking on Washington and Jackson. The lot behind the Millwork District structure is free after 5 PM.
Accessibility
Ground floor, ADA-accessible entrance on Washington. Let us know if we can help make your visit easier.