Image: balmar.comThe BalMar hosts wine tasting of five small, artisanal, Spanish wineries.

Image: balmar.comThe BalMar hosts wine tasting of five small, artisanal, Spanish wineries. A few selections from the tasting list include: Avinyo Cava Brut NV, Xarmant Txocolina 2006, Ostatu Rioja Crianza 2003, and Rotlan Torra Priorat Reserva 2001. Spanish-influenced appetizers accompany the wines: pacilla peppers stuffed with veggie paella, chorizo stew, and churros with dulce de leche.Monday, February 18th, from 6-8 p.m. Pre-register by 2/15 at www.thebalmar.com. $20.BalMar5449 Ballard Ave. NWSeattle, WA 98107