Tasting begins at 7pm.

Come to Brooklyn Wine Exchange and be transported to beautiful Argentina! Explore Mendoza with Megan Flinn from T. Edward wines. Malbec, a thin skinned grape, originally from France was only thought of as a blending grape, but in Argentina this grape has found a home and is one of the most exciting New World wines being produced today. The sun in South American trasforms this grape from a once weak wine into a powerful juicy masterpiece.

Tasting begins at 4pm.

Join Pierre Breton, famed as one of the best winemakers across the Loire Valley, as we take an indepth look at his wines through farming practices and a long tradition of winemaking. Hear him talk about the many nuances he works for and how specific the overall vintage can affect the crop in this most difficult region for viticulture.

Tasting begins at 7pm

Syrah, pictured here, is one of the worlds leading grape varieites and also one of the more comonly planted grapes in the Southern Rhone. This class will  focus not only on the vast traditions of winemaking in the area, but also the remarkable 2010 vintage across the region. Wines loaded with freshness and purity.

Tasting begins at 4pm

Fans of Char No. 4 already know how well Scott Damboise’s BBQ pairs with of Char No. 4 pairs with whiskey. But there is a whole world of wine that befits all things smoked, cured and glazed. Trodding out everything from rich Zinfandel to tickling bubbles, Scott and BWE will have lips smacking and mouths salivating. Dig in, y’all!

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There is so much to learn about what is arguably the most famous wine region in the world, that we have split it up into two fascinating classes! The first session, led by Chris Campbell and Michele d'Aprix, will cover the "Right Bank" of the massive Gironde Estuary. There, a completely unique set of soil types promote the growth of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes, creating its own specific Bordeaux style. While history has given more attention to the Chateaux that lay on the other side, right bank Bordeaux represent the entire spectrum from pleasing, everyday wines to some of the world's most expensive labels. Chris and Michele will explain the history of the region, its uniqueness, and how to find the perfect right bank Bordeaux for your next meal.

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The Medoc is the name of the region that encompasses some of the best smaller appellations in Bordeaux. Paulliac, Margaux, St-Estephe, and St. Julien all have their home in this area of Bordeaux. The Cabernet grape is king here and gives the wines from this area a bold flavor. This area is also a fantastic wine region for value. Most of the wines grown in the general regions of the Medoc are fantastic and won't break the bank! Please join Guillaume Clarke, the Regional Manager of Compagnie Medocaine des Grands Crus as he takes us through some amazing wines from the Medoc!

Tasting begins at 7pm.

Take a trip to Barcelona and back all- in within an hour. Today we discover the brilliance and braun of the North Eastern corridor of Spain. From Cava to Priorat, Xarel-lo to Syrah, this is where few of the most coveted regions across the country lie. Join Giancarlo Luiggi and discover the vast brilliance of Catalan.

Tasting begins at 4pm.

The view from Fritz Wieninger’s vineyards on the Nussberg hill is one of the best in Vienna. Standing amid the vines on the steep hill slope, you can see the slim Gothic spire of St Stephen’s Cathedral, and the beautiful Danube River. Join us for a rare NY appearance with Fritz himself.

Tasting begins at 7pm.

Originating from a ancient tradition of topping a glass with a slice of bread to prevent unwanted guests from flying into the wine, tapas have emerged from humble bodegas in Spain to become perhaps the most influential culinary trend of the last 50 years. Palo Cortado, a relatively recent addition to the local dining scene, has brought gorgeous, inspired interpretations of classic tapas to Court Street. Chef Jimmy Stafford visits to prepare some of his favorite small plates and bites, matching them up with formidable blancos and tintos from the Iberian peninsula.

Tasting begins at 4pm.

Now that you know your Barolos from your Burgundies, its time to be introduced to an entirely different realm of the "wine" world, Sake! Join Midori Nakazawa of Joto Sake as she provides a fun and engaging explanation of the ancient art of rice brewing. Prefectures! Rice Polishing Grades! Junmai vs. Ginjo! It will all make sense after this class, and you will fear no sushi restaurant wine list ever again...