# Event Details - **Event Name**: Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albariño - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: The world's first Oregon Albacore and Albariño festival, featuring winemakers, fishermen, & tastings.About this EventAlba-Alba: La Gran TastingSaturday, August 1, 2026, 5-8pm - Mac Market, McMinnvilleOn Saturday, Alba-Alba: La Gran Tasting brings together 14 Albariño producers from Oregon, Washington, California, Spain, Portugal, and Japan for an afternoon celebrating one of the world's most seafood-friendly wines alongside Oregon's iconic Albacore tuna fishery.Guests will have the opportunity to taste a diverse range of Albariños from across the globe, meet the winemakers behind the bottles, and discover how regional differences, climate, and winemaking styles shape this vibrant coastal grape. Whether you're a longtime Albariño enthusiast or tasting it for the first time, La Gran Tasting offers a rare chance to explore the variety side by side in a relaxed and approachable setting.Oregon Albacore takes center stage throughout the event. Representatives from the Oregon Albacore Commission and local fishermen will be on hand to share stories from the fishery, answer questions, and offer insight into the sustainable practices that have made Oregon-caught Albacore one of the West Coast's most celebrated seafoods.Chef Jeff Kim of Aji Fish Butchery will serve a featured Oregon Albacore bite available for purchase, while Mac Market favorites Alea Bakery and Honeypie offer additional Albacore-centric food options throughout the afternoon. Guests are encouraged to grab a glass of wine, explore the market, and build their own pairings while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Mac Market.At 5:00pm, Chef Jeff Kim will present a free live demonstration showcasing Japanese fish butchery techniques and the art of breaking down dry-aged Oregon Albacore. This unique presentation offers a closer look at the craftsmanship, care, and culinary potential of one of Oregon's most prized catches.Casual, welcoming, and designed for curious food and wine lovers, Alba Alba: La Gran Tasting is an invitation to discover why Albariño and Oregon Albacore may just be the pairing of the summer.Your $30 entry ticket includes eight tasting tickets redeemable for 2 oz pours from any of the 14 participating wineries. Additional tasting tickets will be available for purchase à la carte.We will have a limited number of tickets for sale at the door of the event, on a first come, first served basis. If you aren't able to get a pre-sale ticket, we recommend that you show up at Mac Market at 5pm sharp On August 1st (or a bit earlier) to try to get a ticket at the door.Mac Market will be open for business all day. Wine by the glass and all the special albacore dishes will be available for sale a la carte even if you aren't able to snag a ticket to the wine tasting side of the event. We hope to see you there! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/36a5fdf0-882d-11f1-81f1-8dbc211b5efc-rimg-w1110-h740-dc5f5e60-gmir.jpg Culinary Lineup:•⁠ ⁠Alea Bakery•⁠ ⁠Honey Pie Pizza•⁠ Special Guest Chef Jeff Kim, Aji Fish Butchery https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/36dfab90-882d-11f1-a8a4-631b175f3d78-rimg-w592-h740-dc363f8a-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3717ab80-882d-11f1-b6c8-ef4137d8dcb0-rimg-w555-h740-dc171b15-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/373bfc60-882d-11f1-a8a4-631b175f3d78-rimg-w494-h740-dc5e472f-gmir.jpg Special thanks to our sponsors, Travel Oregon, Visit McMinnville, and the Oregon Albacore Commission. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mcminnville/alba-alba-a-celebration-of-oregon-albacore-and-albariño/100001991952379188 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, festivals, art, wine-tasting - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Mac Market - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.85, max: 33.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: McMinnville - **state**: OR - **country**: United States - **location**: Mac Market - **lat**: 45.2151731 - **long**: -123.1858423 - **full address**: Mac Market, 1140 Northeast Alpine Avenue, McMinnville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albariño - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b344c474b519544fb84f462593276ad3b5aa38030cc027fb926bc2fb642cc4ad-rimg-w1200-h633-dc343e8d-gmir.jpg?v=1781574801 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albarino being held? - **A:** Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albarino takes place on Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Mac Market, 1140 Northeast Alpine Avenue, McMinnville, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albarino? - **A:** Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albarino is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albarino? - **A:** Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albarino is organized by Medina. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Alba-Alba: A Celebration of Oregon Albacore & Albarino is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in McMinnville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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