Christmas Eve Wine Tasting at Tolani

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Join us for a fun, festive international wine tasting with fantastic food that is precisely paired with wines. We’ll swirl, sniff and sip wines from Italy, Chile, South Africa and USA and nibble tuna tartar, seasonal mushroom crostini, Cuban-style roasted pork, a selection of cheese and more!

Wine expert Stefani Jackenthal, President of NTS Wine Tasting LLC, will give a brief wine tasting lesson and answer all your questions as you sip & savor goodies from tasting stations set up around the room.

Tolani Wine Restaurant
410 Amsterdam Avenue (btw 79th & 80th)
New York, NY 10014
ph. 917-855-1594
December 24, 2010
7:00 PM – 8:45 PM
Cost: $47
http://www.stefjack.com/wine

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City Winery Champagne Dinner

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Join us for a fascinating tasting comparing the styles of three of Champagne’s most famous houses.

Louis Roederer created Cristal, the first prestige cuvee, for Tsar Alexander II of Russia in 1876; their Pinot Noir-based wines are always pure and elegant.

Taittinger’s Chardonnay-based wines are soft, creamy and luxurious, often characterized as feminine in style.

Bollinger, Agent 007’s Champagne of choice, uses barrel fermentation and long aging sur lie to create a rich, powerful style.

Master of Wine Lisa Granik will lead us in a tasting of 9 wines that showcase the different styles of these formidable houses, accompanied by a three-course dinner. Our chef will be creating a luxurious gourmet menu featuring a variety of seasonal holiday fare to perfectly complement these stellar wines

Don’t miss this opportunity to taste and learn about some of the world’s finest Champagnes!

Flight I
Roederer Brut Premier NV
Taittinger Brut La Francaise NV
Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut NV

Flight II
Roederer Brut Rose 2005
Taittinger Cuvee Prestige Rose NV
Bollinger Rose NV

Flight III
Roederer Cristal 2002
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut 1998
Bollinger La Grande Annee 2000

City Winery
155 Varick Street (Between Spring and Vandam)
New York, NY 10013
ph. 212-608-0555 ex.3
December 21, 2010
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Cost: $135
City Winery

Free Comtes de Champagne and Taittinger Tasting!

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We continue our weekend series of popping the corks on some of the most venerable and finest Champagnes with the wines of Champagne Taittinger! This afternoon, we invite you to sip the creamy and frothy Domaine Carneros (Taittinger’s California property), followed by the renowned non-vintage Brut La Francaise. We then move onto two prestigious cuvees, Nocturne and Prelude…both dry but displaying the freshness in acidity and creaminess that makes one savor each drop. After a lovely Brut Prestige Rose, we finally get down to everyone’s favorite, the 1999 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs! This legendary and sexy Champagne is sure to titillate the senses and excite the taste buds. So come in and sample these extraordinary wines…alll for FREE and only at AMC!

Acker Merrall & Condit
160 West 72nd Street
new york, NY 10023
ph. 212 787 1700
December 18, 2010
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cost: FREE
http://www.ackerstore.com/

Free Wine Tasting at 10th Avenue Wine

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JOIN 10th AVENUE WINE & LIQUORS AND QUINTESSENTIAL WINES FOR A “HOLIDAY GRAPE FESTIVAL” – SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18th from 3 to 8 PM.

THERE WILL BE 18 WINES FROM ARGENTINA, AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AFRICA, ITALY AND CALIFORNIA PAIRED WITH FOOD PREPARED BY AL DE WINTER FROM QUINTESSENTIAL WINES.

Great Holiday Picks including sparkling. 15% off on a Full or Mixed Case

10th Avenue Wine & Liquors
812 Tenth Avenue at 54th Street
New York, NY 10019
ph. 212-245-6700
December 18, 2010
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: FREE

Free Champagne Ayala Prestige Tasting at 67 Wine

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The only French Champagne house with Latin roots, AYALA was established in 1860 by Edmond de AYALA and has been owned by Bollinger since 2005. AYALA was one of the elite founding members of the “Ivy League” of the top champagne houses, the Syndicat des Grandes Marques de Champagne back in 1882.

5 Exclusive Champagnes will be poured:

Ayala Brut Majeur NV is a delicate blend of 45% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Meunier with only 8.5g/l of sugar dosage. This Champagne is very aromatic on the nose and very clean on the palate with a great complexity. (90 points Wine Spectator)

Ayala Rosé Majeur NV: with 51% Chardonnay in the blend and only 7.5g/l of sugar, Ayala Rosé Majeur is incredibly crisp and delicate. It has a superb peach salmon color and has a bouquet of red fruits on the nose. Nice balance and generous finish on the palate (90 points Wine Spectator)

Ayala Brut Millesime 1999: made out 100% Grand Cru grapes and aged for 6 years on the lees in Ayala cellars, this fabulous champagne made out of 90% Pinot Noir and 10% Chardonnay is the most full bodied of Ayala Champagnes and displays great complexity and very long finish. (93 points Wine Spectator)

Ayala Blanc de Blancs 2002: made out 100% Grand Cru grapes and aged for 6 years on the lees in Ayala cellars, this fabulous champagne made out of 100% Chardonnay is the most elegant champagne of all. (94 points Wine Spectator)

Ayala Cuvee Perle 2000: made out 100% Grand Cru grapes and aged for 6 years on the lees in Ayala cellars with a natural cork, this is this the Prestige Cuvee (also called Tete de Cuvee) of Ayala. The blend is 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir (93 points Wine Spectator)

67 Wine
179 Columbus Ave
New York, NY 10023
ph. (212) 724-6767
December 18, 2010
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Cost: FREE
http://www.cognac-one.com/

Holiday Champagne and Sparkling Wine Tasting

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Enjoy 75 top French Champagnes and Fabulous Sparkling Wines from all over the world in all price ranges at this walk-around wine tasting in the elegant surroundings of the Bohemian National House Ballroom on the UES.

This is the perfect time to sample the top brands as well as bargain Champagnes and Sparkling Wines in time for the holidays. You will be able to purchase the wines you like as special show prices which alone can save you the cost of entrance to the wine tasting.

To receive the special $35 entrance fee you must register at www.newyorkgourmetsociety.com. The entrance fee at the door is $75.

New York City Gourmet Society at the Bohemian National House Ballroom
321 E. 73rd Street
New York, NY 10021
ph. 212-452-2100
December 17, 2010
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost: $35 with code NYJ101, $75 at door
http://www.newyorkgourmetsociety.com/

Visit Rome Through Wine and Food

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Rome, the Eternal City, like all other parts of Italy, has a unique cuisine which is distinctly its own. From the butcher shops of Testaccio to the glorious fresh produce found in the market in Campo di Fiori, Rome’s cuisine is defined by the variety of its neighborhoods. Always drawing from the best seasonal ingredients and including influences that go back to the days of the ancient city, Roman cooking is vibrant, flavorful and remarkably simple.

In this class, we will explore some of the treasured classics of Roman cooking beginning with a fennel and orange salad as well as a traditional dish of artichokes roasted alongside garlic-infused potatoes. We’ll continue our feast with savory monkfish braised with peppers, capers and fresh herbs and a true, yet rarely made, classic Roman gnocchi. And no Roman menu would be complete without pasta all’amatriciana, pasta with a smoky bacon and tomato sauce. We’ll end our meal with a light but wonderfully satisfying almond cake.

Finally, we’ll gather around the table to enjoy our culinary creations while a resident wine expert leads us through a flight of perfect pairings.

Astor Center
399 Lafayette St. (at East 4th St.)
New York, NY 10003
ph. 212-674-7501
December 15, 2010
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Cost: $125
Astor Center

Sparkling Wine Tasting at WineSpot

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BUBBLES: SPARKLING WINES AROUND THE WORLD

Sparkling wine comes in all shapes and colors – white, red, pink, dry, sweet, light, rich…but all of them are associated with celebrations!

Let’s celebrate the Holidays while learning the process that creates this magical bubbles. We will have an exclusive selection of wine and cheese to enjoy during a fun tasting.

WineSpot/ New Wine University
127 MacDougal Street (bet. W3rd st. & W4th st.)
New York, NY 10012
ph. 917-412-4318
December 13, 2010
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost: $45
http://www.winespotnyc.com/newwineuniversity/

Champagne Gala, Plus Wine and Food

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ICE’s resident sommelier, Richard Vayda, pulls out all the stops in this very special class. Convinced that too many people are intimidated by champagne, and tend to tiptoe around it instead of enjoying it and serving it with food, he will offer a beautiful hors d’oeuvre buffet along with a select group of wines. Your evening begins with a discussion of the origin and making of sparkling wine, while tasting various examples—from non-vintage to vintage rosé. During the second half, students will help themselves to a buffet of classic food matches while enjoying additional bubbly, making for a sparkling evening to remember!

The Institute of Culinary Education
50 West 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
ph. (212) 847-0700
December 11, 2010
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost: $125
http://rec.iceculinary.com/

Wine Cruise, Wines of the World Tasting

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Wine, Cheese, Chocolate for holiday entertaining! These three flavors are the most sinfully good combination on the planet! Find out which pairing works for you as we discuss and taste sweet, savory, salty and fruity combination’s.

Join us for our new series celebrating the wonderfully diverse and ever changing world of wine!

Each week we will focus on a different region exploring the grapes, styles, soils, viticulture, and tasting techniques that will help you enjoy the place in your glass! These interactive tastings will be conducted by our wine professional Wendy Crispell in a fun, relaxed atmosphere aboard the beautiful yacht Manhattan. This seasons tastings will feature a number of different artisan & farmstead cheeses selected each week to complement the wines of the day. In addition, a selection of jams, dried fruits, honey and breads will be served to highlight each pairing.

People from many cultures sailed into our harbor bringing regional cuisine and traditions that helped to make NY one of the most diverse culinary destinations in the world!

* Taste 5 different wines from a specific region in the world (We select 5 different Wines for each event)
* Artisan Cheeses matched with the wines of the evening
* Learn the basics of tasting in a fun, informative setting
* Find out what makes each wine different and unique
* Discuss major styles, grape varieties, regions, trends and more

Don’t miss this opportunity to swirl, sniff, and taste your way down the Hudson. Relax in our beautifully enclosed solarium for this educational event as we cruise around Manhattan in style.

Classic Harbor Line – Chelsea Piers – Pier 62
Across from West 23th Street and the Hudson River (Pier 62)
New York City, NY 10011
ph. 646-336-5270
December 10, 2010
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Cost: $85
http://www.sail-nyc.com/