Wine Tastings and Classes

Winemakers use blending as a way to add complexity and balance to their wine. One of the most known wine blends is the Bordeaux blend commonly consisting of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. In this class our beverage instructor will guide you through the world of red blended wine. You will taste a variety of unique red blends along with a light snack to pair. After this class you will find a new love for red blends!Date and Time:Saturday,…

Wine can be a complicated topic and for many people it can be intriguing yet overwhelming to learn about. The first of our two-part NYBU offering simplifies how to begin understanding the beverage that is created around the world using more than 10,000 different grape varietals. Basically, there are nine different styles in which wines can be categorized. Part I introduces five of the different styles of wines – the white wines. Enjoy a wine flight while our beverage instructor…

All wines are not created equal. A grape varietal can be as diverse as the regions in which they’re grown. Learn how to select which Merlot fits your palate. Our beverage instructor will guide you through a discovery and will discuss what influences a wine from terroir to the winemaker’s personal style. In a blind tasting you’ll sample 3 wines from the Finger Lakes and 3 wines from around the world paired with a cheese plate. You decide who is…

Mushrooms are rich in umami flavor and can pair well with many types of wines. Umami is one of the five taste receptors on the tongue. It can be described as a savory flavor most commonly found in cheeses, cured meats and mushrooms. Just as with any flavor, foods rich in umami influence flavors of wine. If you have not yet tried it, this may sound like an unusual combination – however wine & mushrooms is a pairing you won’t…