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.

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

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

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.

WINE 101
with William Leonard-Lee
Tuesday, October 5
$45

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

WINE 101
with William Leonard-Lee
Wednesday, September 1
$45
This term’s classes are a reflection of our new international outlook, none more so than Wine 101, a global introduction to wine and winemaking. Vino’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 everday life’s greatest pleasures.

THE WINES OF ITALY
with Jim Hutchinson, DWS
Tuesday, September 7
$45
Before Vino’s international expansion earlier this year, we spent the best part of a decade dealing in Italian wine. All that tasting and talking (and tasting some more) had to pay off in the end: the result is The Wines of Italy! 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.

FRENCH WINES IN A NUTSHELL
with Scott Rosenbaum, DWS
Wednesday, September 15
$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.

WINES OF THE IBERIAN PENINSULA
with Scott Rosenbaum, DWS
Tuesday, September 21
$45
Spain makes more than Rioja and there’s more to Portugal than Port. Wines of the Iberian Peninsula gives you the chance to learn why these countries produce some of the finest wine values in the world. Explore Spain’s wonderful whites and Portugal’s dry reds, taste Albariño and discover Green Spain, visit Jumilla and quaff Monastrell, and find out about Portugal’s indigenous varieties while downing Dão.

CLASSIC COCKTAILS
with Scott Rosenbaum, DWS
Tuesday, September 28
$45
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!

WINE 101
with William Leonard-Lee
Tuesday, October 5
$45
Another chance to take part in our introductory wine class!

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

THE CLASSICS
with Jim Hutchinson, DWS
Wednesday, October 27
$65
You’ve undoubtedly heard of them, and you’ve probably drunk them, but what do you really know about them? Let Jim Hutchinson take you on a top-class tasting tour of the world’s classic wines. Bordeaux, Burgundy, Mosel Riesling, Chianti, Barolo, Californian Cabernet… these essentially amount to wine’s Greatest Hits. Discover what makes these wines so renowned and why they so consistently top the charts.

WINES OF THE AMERICAS
with William Leonard-Lee
Tuesday, November 2
$45
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.

All classes start at 6:30pm and last approximately two hours. For more information and reservations please call 212-725-6516 or email info@vinosite.com.

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. In “Wines of the Americas’, we 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 whirlwind western wine tour this class is a no brainer.

WINES OF THE AMERICAS
with William “Lucky” Lee
Wednesday, June 30
6:30-8:30pm
$45

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

Italian Wine 101 returns on Tuesday! Still don’t know your Falanghina from your Friulano? Join Vino’s William Lee for a rollercoaster ride through the peninsula’s greatest winemaking regions and countless wine styles. As always, this class is expected to fill up fast, so call or email to reserve your place today!

ITALIAN WINE 101
with William Lee
Tuesday, June 8
6:30-8:30pm
$45

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

You’ll no doubt have heard people use the phrases “Old World” and “New World” to describe wine styles, but what do these terms really mean? Join William Leonard-Lee for an intriguing look at what differentiates “Old” from “New World” wines, as he attempts to separate them into these two camps. Taste selections from some of the world’s top winemaking regions to form a clearer understanding of how terroir and technique can affect the profile of a wine. We will also take an in-depth look at how different treatments to the same grape variety can yield wines of wildly differing attributes. California Merlot and Saint-Émilion? Australian Shiraz vs. Northern Rhône? Taste and decide which side of the winemaking divide these wines lay!

OLD WORLD vs NEW WORLD
with William Leonard-Lee
Wednesday, May 19
6:30-8:30pm
$55

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

Though Vino’s expansion has allowed us to provide you with global grasp of the world’s wines, we haven’t forgotten our Italian roots! Italian Wine 101 continues to be your favorite class: if you’re one of the many people confused by Italian wine there’s no better place to start making sense of it all. Featured twice times this Spring, this introductory tasting seminar will break down Italy’s complex appellation system, myriad grape varieties, diverse regional winemaking styles. Lucky participants will be treated to an exclusive tasting representing the spectacular variety of Italy’s wines. And remember, if you miss out this time, we’ll be hosting Italian Wine 101 again on June 8!

ITALIAN WINE 101
with William “Lucky” Lee
Wednesday, May 5
6:30-8:30pm
$45

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

Grapevines have been cultivated in Italy for thousands of years, but today the country’s wine industry is stronger than ever. In 2008 Italy produced six billion liters of vino, approximately one fifth of the world’s production. Much of this is exported, yet Italians still rank as the biggest consumers of wine in the world (59 liters per capita). With over 450 legally-designated winemaking appellations and some 350 government-authorized grape varieties (plus hundreds more documented), it’s no surprise Italian wine can be an overwhelming subject for the uninitiated.

Hosted by Vino’s William Lee, this introductory seminar will help unravel some of the complexities of the Italian wine system, and dispel much of the mystery surrounding what is for Italians simply part of everyday life. For this fun and lively class, participants will be treated to an exclusive tasting representing the impressive quality and incredible diversity of Italy’s wines. Italian Wine 101 is the best place to start making sense of Italy’s vast mosaic of appellations, myriad grape varieties, and countless winemaking styles.

ITALIAN WINE 101
with William Lee
Wednesday, February 17
6:30-8:30pm
$45

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