Name: NYC Wine Class
Address: 167 W 23rd St, New York, NY, 10011
Telephone: 212-647-1875

Wine 101

Duration: 2 hours; $90. The Wine 101 class promises, at a minimum, you will taste a dozen unique wines, sample artisanal cheeses from Murray's Cheese, and leave with a keen sense of what makes wines different along with a better understanding of not only what you like, but also why you like it. While that may seem sufficient for two hours, we aim for more. In this, one of our most popular offerings, we hope you will develop a newfound admiration for this incredible product of nature while tasting the differences in body, tannin, and sweetness of wines. Wine has been with us for millennia, and while it can seem a daunting subject, it should not be. We will explore numerous regions of the world as well as discuss how grapes grow and how wine is made (perhaps the most exciting part of the class, honestly). We believe that wine should be enjoyed by all on a regular basis. We help get you there.

Explore differences in body, sweetness and tannin of wines

Pair over a dozen wines with cheeses from Murray's Cheese

Learn about different regions and how wine is made

Wines: Napa vs. Bordeaux

Duration: 2 hours; $90. This tasting session pits the rich chateaux against the rags to riches story, French royalty against scrappy American wine. During this wine showdown, you'll learn the history, characteristics and tastes of the various wines from each region. To discern a victor, or to simply taste some of the world's finest wines, you will be tasting wines blind, so you can decide, without seeing the label, which wines you prefer. Both regions produce similar wine types, yet, offer ones born out of different climates - sunny, dry California and unpredictable French sunshine. Of course, no wine tasting would be complete without a cheese pairing. Enjoy a delicious standoff between artisanal American cheeses and French fromage enhance your overall experience.

Taste and compare wines from Napa and Bordeaux

Understand what makes these two regions similar and different

Discover the tastes, textures, and histories between the wines in these regions

Figure out if you prefer French or American grapes

Spanish & Portuguese Wines

Duration: 2 hours; $90. Spain vs. Portugal. While to some, it may sound more like a soccer match than a wine class, both regions offer some of the world's most complex and delicious wines. Spain produces such a variety of wines that it rivals France, while Portugal crafts "old world," full-bodied wines, contrasting the Spanish variety. As this class takes you on a wine adventure through both regions, you'll taste and discuss the delicious wines from both regions, try distinct food pairings, and learn traditions and general consumption rules. Yes, like the soccer match, there are rules. In this match, there are goals coming from both sides.

Taste and compare delicious wines from Spain and Portugal

Learn about the production, traditions, and rules behind the wines from each respective country

Pair your wines with Spanish meats, Marcona almonds, Arbequina olives and some of the regions most prominent cheeses

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled class date to be issued a full credit towards any future NYC Wine Class.

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