Members of the wine drinking public are invited to judge the eight wines that will be presented Jan. 21 at the 2012 International Grand Wine Challenge.

Two blind tastings will be held at the Yonah Mountain Vineyards tasting room in Sautee at 2 and 4 p.m. Participants may consider how the elements of Yonah Mountain Vineyards and Serenity Cellars wines compare to some of California's and Italy's finest labels.

Wines from Yonah Mountain Vineyards, Serenity Cellars, Jordan Vineyard & Winery, Kistler Vineyards and a Tuscan blend will be poured.

Admission is $30 per person. Call 706-878-5522 for reservations and prepayment.

Yonah Mountain Vineyards' wines will also be highlighted at the Vertical 5 Course Pairing Dinner at 7 p.m. in the Sylvan Valley Lodge. Contact the lodge for more information and for reservations, 706-865-7371.

For more information, visit www.yonah mountainvineyards.com.