Though now firmly established as your favorite international wine and spirits store, Vino never forgets its origins dealing solely in Italian wine. Today we remain the go-to destination for those in search of the finest liquid products from up and down the great peninsula. Who better then to school you — the Italian wine lover — in the way they do things in il bel paese. Hosted by Vino’s resident Italian wine maven Jim Hutchinson, this intrepid tour of the peninsula will take in Italy’s vast mosaic of appellations, countless grape varieties, and myriad countless winemaking styles. Participants will be treated to an exclusive tasting representative of Italian wine’s remarkable quality and diversity, and learn more about the ever-shifting landscape of Italy’s richly entertaining winemaking culture.

THE WINES OF ITALY
with Jim Hutchinson, DWS
Monday, February 28
$45

For more information and reservations please call 212-725-6516 or email info@vinosite.com.

Wonderful whisk(e)y! Is there any other spirit so infinitely complex? Warm up this winter with a little instruction on how whiskey is made and what accounts for its many different styles. From the Scottish Highlands to the heartland of Kentucky, this class will cover the basic regions and styles of wh  Participants will taste and discuss: Bourbon, Rye, Irish Whiskey, Blended Scotch Whisky, and two different Single Malt Scotch Whiskies.

WHISK(E)Y SIX WAYS
with Georgia Lillie
Tuesday, February 22
$45

For more information and reservations please contact 212-725-6516 or email info@vinosite.com.

I Trulli’s William Leonard-Lee will attempt to unravel much of the mystery surrounding wine, revealing secrets of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle, and offering tips on selecting, storing and serving wine. Participants will take a whirlwind tour of some of the world’s celebrated wine-producing regions, tasting some fine examples of the local product along the way. There’s no better place to start making sense of one of everyday life’s greatest pleasures.

WINE 101
with William Leonard-Lee
Tuesday, February 15
$45

Please contact 212-725-6516 or info@vinosite.com for more information and reservations.

The cocktail renaissance is upon us. New York has seen a surge in Prohibition-era speakeasies and bartenders who concoct their own signature bitters, but you don’t need a password or a degree in chemistry to mix up some of the classics. In this two hour seminar, Vino’s spirits specialist Scott Rosenbaum will recount the colorful history behind such hallmarks as the Martini, Manhattan, Daiquiri, and Sidecar. He’ll then shake ‘em up as he discusses the finer points regarding the importance of fresh juice, good ice, and proper barware. Participants will have a chance to mix their favorite cocktail of the evening. Prepare to be shaken and stirred!

CLASSIC COCKTAILS
with Scott Rosenbaum, DWS
Monday, February 7
$45

Charles de Gaulle once asked, ”How can you govern a country which has two hundred and forty-six varieties of cheese?“ It’s even more difficult to wrap one’s head around the country’s various wines (of which there are over 300 distinct appellations). This class introduces some of France’s best known exports: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Syrah. Participants will taste representations of these grapes as they manifest themselves in some of their finest growing regions. Participants will learn about basic winemaking techniques, French wine laws and appellations including: Bordeaux, Champagne, Burgundy, and the Loire and Rhone Valleys.

FRENCH WINE IN A NUTSHELL
with Scott Rosenbaum, DWS
Monday, January 31
$45

For more information please call 212-725-6516 or email info@vinosite.com.

WINE 101
with William Leonard-Lee
Tuesday, January 25
$45

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There has never been a better time to be enjoying high quality wines from “our side of the pond”. As Europe migrated westward, so did their grape varieties and traditions, morphing into wines that began to reflect the distinct character of their new home. William Leonard-Lee will taste and discuss selections spanning both continents, picking out some of the regional flavors and practices that distinguish these wines from their European counterparts. Whether it’s lush California Pinot Noir, zesty Chilean Sauvignon Blanc or robust Malbec from Mendoza, one will find an ever-increasing array of fine wines spread throughout the wine growing regions of the Americas. For those of you who fancy a whistle-stop western wine tour this class is a no-brainer.

WINES OF THE AMERICAS
with William Leonard-Lee
6:30-8:30pm
$45

For more information please call 212-725-6516 or email info@vinosite.com.

THE CLASSICS
with Scott Rosenbaum, DWS
Wednesday, October 27
$65

For more information please contact 212-725-6516 or email info@vinosite.com.

We’ve all heard the “white wine with fish, red wine with meat” dictum — if only it were that simple! In today’s society we are faced with a limitless options for pairing food and wine it’s sometimes hard to know where to begin. This hands-on practical places each participant in a taste lab where we’ll be experimenting with various wine styles and food types. If you’re curious why some reds work with spicy food, what salt does to tannin, what foods are impossible to pair and what to drink with dessert, this class is for you.

PAIRING FOOD & WINE
with Scott Rosenbaum, DWS
Wednesday, October 13
$55

For more information and reservations please contact 212-725-6516 or email info@vinosite.com.