No, no, no… This is not a tasting of Mexican wines. Nobody wants that. Not that Mexico couldn’t make great wine, it just doesn’t, for the most part.This Monday evening make a play for Wine Yakima Valley’s annual tasting, this year at SAM’s Sculpture Park. 20 some wineries, appetizers from TASTE events, a killer view, and some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet, along with great wines. Tickets are $35, and the event runs from 6pm to 8pm (uh, hello sunset). Tip numero uno: Get there on time if you want you nibbles’ worth. People can be kinda shameless at events like these, like they’re going to the chair. Seriously, I used to work tons of these events, but it does make for good people watching.Tip numero dos: Make sure you check out newbies Milbrandt Vineyards (new to wine making, but not growing, they’ve been providing amazing grapes to some of our states most noteworthy wineries for years).And after that much rich, spicy Washington red, you’ll be wanting a tart margarita…so after you go local, go more holiday appropriate and walk yourself right up to 2522 Western Avenue to Casuelita’s. This Caribbean joint is my de facto choice in the area for Cinco de Mayo. The food is so good, it’s close enough for me.Wine Yakima Valley’s Cinco de Vino@ SAM’s Olympic Sculpture ParkMonday May 5th, 6 – 8pmClick here for tickets or more info