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| Wine Tasting - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) to
May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | No Charge - Free | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments of Edison Park in Chicago, 60631 |
| | Stop in and taste some of our wines. Check our web site for a list and description of the wines we are tasting. http://winecompliments.com/WINE_TASTING.html.
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 Wine Enthusiast\'s \ Toast of the Town > Chicago\ |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | Grand Tasting: $95, VIP Tasting: $185 | | Phone: | 800-847-5949 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Field Museum, 60605 |
| | On Thursday, May 1, 2008, the Wine Enthusiast will host its \"Toast of the Town\" food, wine, and music event in Chicago. This event, an annual highlight of the New York City, Atlanta, and San Francisco epicurean scene, is a wine and food lover\'s dream.
The Field Museum provides a stunning backdrop for this grand event wit...
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| Treasure Island Foods: Wine + Cheese = Good |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 AM | | Cost: | $20.00 | | Phone: | 773.880.8880 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Treasure Island Foods, 60614 |
| | Treasure Island wine classes are the most imaginative, fun and educational in town! The wine classes are designed and led by Wine & Spirits Director Tracy Lewis Liang, one of Chicago’s most knowledgeable and experienced wine professionals. The classes feature the fantastic wines and foods available at Treasure Island.
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages W30-45/M35-50 |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink Cost | | Phone: | 312-278-4438 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Magnolia Cafe, 60640 |
| | Explore different restaurants each month while getting to know other singles in the age group of your choice . . . so even if there's no love connection you'll still have a wonderful time. You'll order off the menu and receive separate checks for your purchases. Our website allows you to view the profiles of those registe...
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| Sagra del Piemonte - Celebrating Food and Wine from Piemonte |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM | | Cost: | $55 plus tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 773-665-1981 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Via Carducci, 60614 |
| | Via Carducci invites you to a private affair
A five course Wine Dinner Served Family Style
"Sagra del Piemonte"
Celebrating the food and wine from Piemonte
Thursday, May 1st
Reception 6:30 - Dinner 7:00pm
$55 plus tax and gratuity
RSVP 773-665-1981...
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| Chile and the Killer Bee Wine! |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Your presence is enough! | | Phone: | 773-549-CABS (2227) | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles Chicago/Belmont, 60657 |
| | Since the dollar continues to slide against the Euro, we’ve searched the world for better values and right now Chile is red hot. On this night we’ll taste several exclusive WineStyles’ wines that won’t kill the pocket book....
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| Grgich Hills Estate Wine Dinner at Chef Amaury |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $87.00 (tax and gratuity not included) | | Phone: | 630-375-0426 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chef Amaury, 60504 |
| | Five Courses paired with four wines. Check website for more information on courses and wines...
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| Elizabeth Rose of Napa Valley Wine Dinner at Chef Amaury |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $87.00 (tax and gratuity not included) | | Phone: | 630-375-0426 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chef Amaury, 60504 |
| | Five Courses paired with four wines. Check website for more information on courses and wines...
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| Free Weekly Wine Tasting |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Come join us for our free weekly wine tastings on Thursday evenings. We always have something new open so it is different every week. The wine education given by Debra is just an added bonus!
Stop by anytime from 5 to 8 pm....
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| Spanish Wine Tasting |
| When: | May 01, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $20 Binnys Club members - $30 non members | | Phone: | 312-332-0012 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binnys Downtown, 60606 |
| | Taste over 30 red and white wines from some of the best producers and hottest areas in Spain including Rioja, Priorato, Ribero del Duero, Rias Baixas, Jumilla and many more. Several high-end treasures will be featured and paired with Spanish delicacies from our gourmet grocery. ...
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| Singles Dinner for Six - Ages 40-55 |
| When: | May 02, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $16 (discounts for members) + Food & Drink Cost | | Phone: | 312-278-4438 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Magnolia Cafe, 60640 |
| | Explore different restaurants each month while getting to know other singles in the age group of your choice . . . so even if there's no love connection you'll still have a wonderful time. You'll order off the menu and receive separate checks for your purchases. Our website allows you to view the profiles of those registe...
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| Transatlantic Kermit: Under the Influence of Kermit Lynch hosted by Bruce Neyers |
| When: | May 02, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $35 per person | | Phone: | 847-256-7777 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Bottle Shop - Wilmette, 60091 |
| | Kermit Lynch's National Sales Director, Bruce Neyers, presents wines made under the influence of Kermit Lynch: seven French wines imported by Kermit and three wines made by Bruce Neyers and his winemaking partner Ehren Jordan in California. This will be a sit-down format with nice (Riedel) stems and nice snacks (imported ch...
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Shorewood |
| When: | May 02, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | 815-267-7900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Shorewood, 60431 |
| | Come by and stop in to taste some new and exciting wines! Tasting is the best way to learn about wines and maybe discover a new favorite.
This is a free tasting that runs from 5 - 8 pm. Everyone is welcome....
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| Kids Eat Brunch Free - 1st Saturday EVERY Month |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 10:30 AM - 12:00 AM | | Cost: | Wonderful Menu Specials for the whole family including the veggie | | Phone: | 312.588.0230 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Weather Mark Tavern, 60605 |
| | The tavern menu by head Chef Jake features American Bistro cuisine with a south western ascent not commonly found at a tavern restaurant. The restaurant is veggie friendly and has a great kids menu too. Stay late and take advantage Select Rum Specials, with the tavern featuring over 40 different in-house rums. Dinner is ser...
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| Searching for Stacy Fundraiser Wine Tasting Event |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $20/pp (!00% of proceeds will go to the foundation) | | Phone: | 630-679-9001 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Bolingbrook, 60490 |
| | Saturday, May 3rd, 12Noon-8PM
Searching for Stacy Fundraiser Wine Tasting Event
$20 per person (100% donated to the Foundation)
Stacy Peterson, Bolingbrook resident, loving mother of four, has been missing since October 28th, 2007 which is the last day her family has heard from her. Stacy is a loving and caring person who...
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| Mother's Day Tasting @ Grand Cru |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-392-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Grand Cru Wine Merchants, 60004 |
| | Celebrate Mother's day in style with some great wines for mom. We will have a wide variety of wines from around the world open.
No reservations are required. For more details please give us a call at 847-392-9463. To learn about up-coming events and new arrivals sign up for our free e-newsletter at www.gcwines.net. ...
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| WineStyles-Naperville Crossings Grand Opening |
| When: | May 03, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Join WineStyles Naperville for the Grand Opening of many new and exciting stores at Naperville Crossings (95th & Rt. 59).
We will be doing large free wine tastings on Saturday (11-7) and Sunday (12-4). The River Radio will be here on live remote. You can record a message to Mom what will be played on Mothers Day.
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| WineStyles-Naperville Crossings Grand Opening |
| When: | May 04, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Join WineStyles Naperville for the Grand Opening of many new and exciting stores at Naperville Crossings (95th & Rt. 59).
We will be doing large free wine tastings on Saturday (11-7) and Sunday (12-4). The River Radio will be here on live remote. You can record a message to Mom what will be played on Mothers Day.
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| Geja's Cafe Winemaker Dinner |
| When: | May 05, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $50 per person, which includes the wines, dinner, tax, and gratuity | | Phone: | 773-281-9101 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Geja's Cafe, 60614 |
| | WINES FROM SPAIN AND CALIFORNIA FEATURED AT GEJA’S WINEMAKER DINNER SERIES
Chicago--Some of the most celebrated California and international wines will be featured at Geja’s Café at its 2008 Winemaker Dinner series. Three dinners will take place from April through June at Geja’s Café, 340 W. Armitage. The Monday evening ...
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| Eno-Versity with Hendry Ranch Wines partner Susan Ridley |
| When: | May 05, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $25 per person | | Phone: | 312-321-8738 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Eno, 60611 |
| | Susan Ridley will share information on the Napa Valley-based winery. Four of the Hendry Ranch Wines will be tasted, including a comparison of the unoaked and oaked chardonnays, as well as two different Zinfandel blocks: block 7 & block 28. Wines will be paired with cheese and chocolate....
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| McCormick and Schmick's Fresh Seafood Restaurant Spring Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 06, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 per person plus tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 312-397-9500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | McCormick and Schmick's Fresh Seafood Restaurant Gold Coast, 60611 |
| | Pinnacle Wines and McCormick and Schmick's Fresh Seafood Restaurant in the Gold Coast of Chicago team up for a fabulous four course wine dinner. Please join your host, Raid Alshayeb and Executive Chef Jr. Luna as they prepare a tour of the coast of California's Sonoma region with a delicious menu. The cost of this fantastic...
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| Cellar Notes - Don Julio Tequila Tasting |
| When: | May 06, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $30 per person | | Phone: | 312 239 4030 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | NoMI Cellar on the Seventh, 60611 |
| | Advanced Sommelier Fernando Beteta is on hand to guide guests through a tasting of different wines or spirits of a particular varietal or region.
Cellar Notes gives guests the opportunity to learn how to taste and evaluate wines or spirits, based on the subtle nuances in flavor, acidity, clarity and color of each selection ...
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| The Downunder Winemaker Dinner |
| When: | May 06, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $60 plus tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 773-281-9101 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Gejas Cafe, 60614 |
| | The Downunder Winemaker Dinner @ Geja's
featuring the Wines of New Zealand
Reception - Blind Trail Pinot Noir
Salad and Cheese Fondue
Mills Reef Sauvignon Blanc 2006
Lamb, Pork, Lobster & Vegetables Fondue
Wild Earth Pinot Noir 2005
Chocolate Fondue
Mills Reef Merlot / Malbec 2004
Hosted by New Zealand Wine Guys
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| Geja's Cafe's New Zealand Winemaker Dinner |
| When: | May 06, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $60 | | Phone: | 773-281-9101 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Geja's Cafe, 60614 |
| | GEJA’S CAFÉ HOSTS A SPECIAL NEW ZEALAND WINEMAKER DINNER
ON TUESDAY, MAY 6
The evening will feature presentations by Quintin Quider of Wild Earth Winery
and Paul Underwood of Mills Reef Winery
Chicago, Ill.--Geja’s Café, 340 W. Armitage, with host a New Zealand Winemaker Dinner on Tuesday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. Geja’s Caf...
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| CANCELLED!! Organic Wines of Elizabeth Rose of Napa Valley Wine Dinner at Chef Amaury |
| When: | May 07, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $60.00 (tax and gratuity not included) | | Phone: | 630-375-0426 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chef Amaury, 60504 |
| | Four courses and three wines featuring the organic wines of Elizabeth Rose of Napa Valley, California. See website www.chefamaury.com for more details
Event Cancelled...
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| Take a Taste Tour of the Wines of the New World |
| When: | May 07, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Get a taste of the New World at Just Grapes’ First Wednesday New World wine tasting. Some of the most popular wines sold in the U.S. come from the New World. These wines are traditionally planted in warmer climates which result in bolder, full flavored and fruit-forward wines. Just Grapes will be highlighting some of the gr...
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| Chicago's Smith & Wollensky presents Simi Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 07, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | 100 pp | | Phone: | (313) 670-9900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse, 60610 |
| | Pourings & Pairings 2008
A Year-Long Celebration with America’s Finest Winemakers
Five Fabulous Wines, Five Delicious Courses On May 7, the celebration
continues. Enjoy acclaimed wines by Simi as a spokesperson guides
you through a special evening of fine wine and food pairings. Our
menu will include pan seared diver sca...
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| Ladies Night Out - Girls' Gone Wine |
| When: | May 07, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $10 Wine Club Members/$15 Non-Members | | Phone: | 815-267-7900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Shorewood, 60431 |
| | It's Spring! Time to get out of the house and enjoy a night out with your girlfriends!
Bring your friend, neighbor, coworker, sister, mother and celebrate Mom's Day early with an evening of wine tasting and tasty appetizers.
The event runs 6-8 pm and is $15 per person/$10 Wine Club Members.
Reservations are required an...
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| Wine Tasting - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | May 07, 2008 (Wed) to
May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free - No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments of Edison Park in Chicago, 60631 |
| | Stop in and see what we have open. Tastings available every day starting at 11:00am. Go to our web site to see what is open now.
http://winecompliments.com/WINE_TASTING.html...
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| Naked Winery 5 Course Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $45 | | Phone: | 773-728-8934 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Spot, 60640 |
| | Join us for a culinary experience like no other. Featuring the Naked and Cascade Cliffs Wineries, Chef Joey Balthazar pairs up five fantastic courses that will blow your minds. Sample the wines that are a preview for the Burlesque show at The Spot every Friday night. Seating is limited so make your reservations immediate...
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| Around the World in 80 Minutes, a Regional Spring Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $65.95 | | Phone: | 312-822-0191 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kinzie Chophouse, 60610 |
| | KINZIE CHOPHOUSE
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CUSTOM HOUSE WINE MERCHANTS
PRESENT:
Around the world in 80 minutes:
A regional spring wine dinner
Thursday May 8th, 2008
6:30 – 9:00 pm
$65.95 per person all inclusive
Guest Speaker
“The Aussie Wine Guy” Paul Underwood
appetizer
Goat Cheese Stuffed Tomato with Pancetta
Paired with:
2006 Mills Reef S...
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| Savvy Summer Style... Entertaining with Wine |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $25 reservation fee to be redeemed for $25 Bloomingdale's gift card at the event | | Phone: | 312-440-4515 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Bloomingdale's Medinah Temple Home Department (1st Floor), 60611 |
| | Learn how to entertain in style this summer; with the help of experts you can bring the glamour of the red carpet into your own living room. For one night only at Bloomingdale’s Medinah Temple store – St. Francis Winery presents Savvy Summer Style… Entertaining with Wine. Celebrity Event Stylist Amanda Puck will share her A...
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| Enjoying Wine the Mark Phillips Way |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 | | Phone: | 312-533-4727 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Stan Mansion |
| | Mark Phillips, the entertaining and innovative wine expert and host of the most-watched wine show ever broadcast by PBS, “Enjoying Wine with Mark Phillips”, will present his Progressive approach to wine as he demonstrates a fresh new way – a fun, non-snobby way – to enjoy wine. Whether you’re new to wine or have been drink...
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| The Book Cellar - Wine and Cheese Reception with Author Patricia Wells |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Book Cellar, 60625 |
| | Join us May 8th at 4pm for a wine and cheese reception with Patricia Wells as she signs her book We've Always Had Paris...and Provence: A Scrapbook of Our Life In France. The event takes place at The Book Cellar, where we combine wine and books everyday. 4736-38 N. Lincoln Ave. (773) 293-2665 www.bookcellarinc.com...
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| Kobrand's Italian Night at Just Grapes |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 per person before May 2; $50 per person after May 2 | | Phone: | 312-627-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 75209 |
| | Please join us for a special tasting of highly scoring wines from the Italian Portfolio of Kobrand Wines & Spirits. Featuring representatives from each family-owned winery presenting their best creations.
Thursday, May 8th
6:00PM to 8:00PM
Just Grapes
560 W. Washington Blvd.
Suite 100
Chicago, IL
$40 per person before May ...
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| Andre Clouet Champagne Tasting |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $50.00 | | Phone: | 312-225-1126 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Randolph Wine Cellars, 60607 |
| | Andre Clouet Champagne Tasting
nestled in the hilly champagne countryside amongst the best middle slopes of bouzy and ambonnay is the 22-acre grower estate of Andre Clouet. during the reign of Louis XV, house founder Andre Clouet originally served as printer to the royal court at Versailles and as his wine making improved,...
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| Argyle Wine Maker's Dinner featuring Rollin Soles |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM | | Cost: | $85.00 per person (+tax+gratuity) | | Phone: | 815.678.2500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Carlos Restaurant, 60035 |
| | The Argyle Wine Maker's Dinner featuring Rollin Soles
Join us as we experience the wines of Oregon's premiere winery with Wine Maker Rollin Soles. Nine of Argyle's wines reside on Wine Spectator's "Top 100" Wine List. Rollin is the only Oregon winemaker to hold this distinction!
Experience the perfect complement of wine...
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| Free Weekly Wine Tasting |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Come join us for our free weekly wine tastings on Thursday evenings. We always have something new open so it is different every week. The wine education given by Debra is just an added bonus!
Stop by anytime from 5 to 8 pm....
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| A Taste of Europe! |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Your presence is enough. | | Phone: | 773-549-CABS (2227) | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles Chicago/Belmont, 60657 |
| | We’re featuring some new wines this evening from both Spain and France. Stop in with friends to taste the new elegant cava made from 100% parellada grapes from a single vineyard. We promise a “recession proof” quartet you’ll want to have at home....
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| Just Grapes Features Italian Night |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 for Savvy Sippers before 5/2, $50 after 5/2 | | Phone: | (312)627-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Just Grapes’ Italian Night will feature top scoring wines from the Italian Portfolio of Kobrand Wines & Spirits. Representatives from these wineries will be coming to share their favorite creations from Tuscany and Piedmont. Guests will enjoy these classic wines with a variety of fantastic Italian fare.
Just Grapes brings t...
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| Ladies' Night - A Silver Lining |
| When: | May 08, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-854-3703 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Randall & VineWine Shoppe, 60102 |
| | Complimentary Wine Tasting and Jewelry Show:
Bring your friends, Come sip some wine and enjoy unique hand-crafted one-of-a-kind artisan jewelry you won't find in stores or in a catalog. Jewelry as unique as you are. Jewelry from Designs by Suzyn: featuring beaded jewelry, sterling silver and fine silver pendants, earrings, ...
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| La Crema Wine Maker's Dinner at Lovell's of Lake Forest |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM | | Cost: | $85.00 per person (+tax+gratuity) | | Phone: | 815.678.2500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Lovell's of Lake Forest, 60045 |
| | Pre Dinner Tasting of Fifteen Wines followed by a four course, seven wine dinner featuring the wines of La Crema!Join us for an intimate evening at Lovell's Restaurant of Lake Forest featuring La Crema Wine Maker, Melissa Stackhouse. Melissa has held her position as La Crema Winemaker since 2004! She oversees all aspects ...
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| bill's blues premium wine tasting and wine colloquium |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $100 | | Phone: | 847-424-9800 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Bill's Blues bar, 60202 |
| | TASTE FINE WINE AND EXPAND YOUR WINE KNOWLEDGE
AT BILL‘S BLUES PREMIUM WINE TASTING AND WINE COLLOQUIUM
FRIDAY, MAY 2 FROM 5 TO 8 PM
Taste great wine, sample fine food, and never flinch again at a restaurant wine list. All this- plus great live blues- at Bill’s Blues Premium Wine Tasting Event, on Friday, May 2, from 5 un...
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| Argyle Wine Maker's Dinner at Biaggi's Ristorante |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM | | Cost: | $75.00 per person (+tax+gratuity) | | Phone: | 815.678.2500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Biaggi's Ristorante, 60010 |
| | The Argyle Wine Maker's Dinner featuring Rollin Soles
Join us as we experience the wines of Oregon's premiere winery with Wine Maker Rollin Soles. Nine of Argyle's wines reside on Wine Spectator's "Top 100" Wine List. Rollin is the only Oregon winemaker to hold this distinction!
Experience the perfect complement of wine...
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| Free Wine Tasting - WineStyles Shorewood |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | 815-267-7900 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Shorewood, 60431 |
| | Come by and stop in to taste some new and exciting wines! Tasting is the best way to learn about wines and maybe discover a new favorite.
This is a free tasting that runs from 5 - 8 pm. Everyone is welcome....
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| Free wine tasting every Monday & Friday |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773-761-3663 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Taste Food and Wine, 60626 |
| | Upcoming Tastings!
Friday, May 9th @ 6:00PM
Perfect for soon approaching summer and the season of grilling ahead, we will taste wines easily paired with all your barbeque favorites!
A selection of wines from South Africa, including:
-Graham Beck--Pinotage Rosé
-Graham Beck-- Brut Rosé
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| Andre Clouet Champagne tasting |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 312-527-5810 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Artisan Cellar, 60654 |
| | Champagne tasting! This will be a very special event-our regular Friday tasting will feature a member of the Clouet family, from Andre Clouet Champagne in the Grand Cru village of Bouzy, France! This has been our most popular Champagne for the last few years, when we haven't run out of it (supply is always tight) and to hav...
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| Mother's Day wine tasting |
| When: | May 09, 2008 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | complimentary | | Phone: | 708-798-4880 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles in Flossmoor, 60422 |
| | Join us for our weekly Friday night tasting, this time in honor of Mother's Day. We will be trying a delicious selection of reds and whites, with a little something sweet and bubbly at the end. We are located in downtown Flossmoor across from the Metra station. ...
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| It Really is Spring! Beer Tasting |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE! | | Phone: | 847-359-0400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Dobby's World Wide Wine & Liquors, 60067 |
| | We can't find a record anywhere of a major snowfall in May, so we're having a beer tasting to celebrate this secure sign of spring. Warm days are on the horizon so joins us to taste a crisp, refreshing selection of beers, just right for well-chilled summer sipping. Our beer team will be on hand to direct your to your perfe...
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| Malloy's Finest Spring Wine Event |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-271-0707 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Malloy's Finest Wine & Spirits, 60532 |
| | Malloy's Finest Wine & Spirits Spring Wine Event is an all day Sale with discounts from 10% to 40% on every wine in the store. The tasting from 1pm to 6pm will feature nearly 100 wines that are specially discounted and free to try. Please join us for one of the years very special events....
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| Pops for Champagne, Jean Milan Champagne Tasting |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | $15 | | Phone: | 312 266 7677 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60610 |
| | One of our favorite grower-producers, from the Grand Cru village of Oger; working almost exclusively with Chardonnay, they produce wines of great individuality. We will taste three of their distinctive cuveés....
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| Hottea- A Women's Networking andBenefit Afternoon |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM | | Cost: | $55/ $45 pre-registered | | Phone: | 847-997-2651 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The GAGE restaurant, 60603 |
| | Ladies 5th Annual HOTTEA goes all out this year with a racier benefit for the Leukemia Society. Live music by Gregory Douglass, massages, martinis and delicious treats all afternoon celebrating Fem' power. Stop by for a faddish cream tea and some summer entertaining inspiration. $45 per person/ $55 at the door. Space is lim...
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| Wine and Chocolate Tasting with Mom |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 630-904-1500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Peterson Spirits & Fine Wines, 60564 |
| | Celebrate Mother's Day in style with some great wines paired with Ethel's Chocolates for mom. All purchases of 6 or more bottles with receive a complimentary gift wrapped bottle of RedTree wine in honor of all mothers.
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| Wine and Chocolate Tasting with Mom |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Complimentary | | Phone: | 630-848-1445 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Peterson Wine Cellars, 60540 |
| | Celebrate Mother's Day in style with some great wines paired with Ethel's Chocolates for mom. All purchases of 6 or more bottles with receive a complimentary gift wrapped bottle of RedTree wine in honor of all mothers.
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| When you have to be sure |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $10 | | Phone: | 847-854-3703 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Randall & VineWine Shoppe, 60102 |
| | Charity Tasting
When you have to be sure - Friday, May 10th, 7-9 pm
Children's Memorial Hospital Illinois only freestanding hospital exclusively for kids. In Chicago, they rank #1 in volume for every pediatric medical and surgical specialty, and consistently care for the areas most critically ill children. They provide hope...
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| The Spring Free Wine Tasting and Sale at Malloy's Finest Wine and Spirits |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE | | Phone: | 6304694660 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Malloy's Finest Wine and Spirits, 60137 |
| | It's that time of year once again...our annual Spring Sale is coming this May 10th! We will have an extensive list of over 100 wines being tasted out totally free of charge! All wines will be marked at LEAST 10% off retail with dozens of deeper deals throughout the wine department! Not only that, but we will also be featuri...
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| Explore the Wild |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | None | | Phone: | 773-281-8140 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Flourish Studios, 60657 |
| | WineStyles gratefully accepts Flourish Studios' invitation to offer a wine tasting for their "EXPLORE THE WILD" exhibition. This art event celebrates three Chicago youth artists: Andrew Heber, Kate Korroch, and Casey Searles. Join us for exceptional art, sensory pleasing wine and, the perfect accompaniment, cheese. Come ...
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| Galleria Liqueurs on Southport--Free Saturday Wine Tasting |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | FREE! | | Phone: | 773.857.6200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Galleria Liqueurs on Southport, 60657 |
| | Come and join us at Galleria Liqueurs on Southport for our weekly Saturday Wine tasting. This week, Val from Chicago Wine Merchants will be tasting out a ton of wines from her amazing portfolio. Hightlights include the '05 Van Duzzer Pinot Noir, '05 B.R. Cohen Cabernet, Prunotto Barbera d'Asti and Scharffenberger Brut Cha...
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| All the Tea in Chicago |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773.384.0699 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Provenance Food & Wine, 60647 |
| | Join author Susan Blumberg-Kason and Rishi Tea for a little talk about and a little taste of tea! Blumberg- Kason will sign copies of her new book, "All the Tea in Chicago, 2nd edition", a guidebook to drinking tea in the Chicago area. A representative from Rishi Tea will be on hand to provide samples of some of the Rishi I...
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| German Wine Tasting with Importer Georg Mueller |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 773.384.0699 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Provenance Food & Wine, 60647 |
| | Georg was at PFW for a similar tasting in February and it was a huge success, so we have asked him back. Georg lives in Neirstein, a small town on the steeply sloped banks of the Rhein river in Germany's Rheinhessen region. The Rheinhessen has become a hotbed of wine activity in recent years and the area's reputation has go...
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| cork and Canvas, Wine and art gallery - Free Wine tasting |
| When: | May 10, 2008 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 847-780-4243 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Highland Park, IL - Cork and Canvas, Wine and Art Gallery, 60035 |
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Saturday,
May 10th, 2008
Starting at 1pm
Free Tasting
2005 Serringer Schloss Saarsteiner Riesling Kabinett
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
2005 Landmark ‘Damaris Vineyard’ Chardonnay
Carneros, CA
2007 Chateau Donjon Rose
Minervois, France
2006 Elizabeth Rose Pinot Noir
Napa Valley, CA
2005 Ridge 'York Creek' Zinfandel
Napa Valley, CA
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| Mother's Day at Geja's Cafe |
| When: | May 11, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $30 | | Phone: | 773-281-9101 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Geja's Cafe, 60614 |
| | Geja’s Café Pampers Moms with Champagne, a Complimentary Massage and Gourmet Fondue Lunch on Mother’s Day
Chicago—Geja’s Café, 340 W. Armitage, will treat all moms to a complimentary 5-minute massage on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11. A licensed massage therapist will give all mothers a little well deserved pampering while t...
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| Just Grapes Global Grapes Series: Zinfandel |
| When: | May 12, 2008 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $35 | | Phone: | (312) 627-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | Taste and learn about Zinfandel with the third of six segments that are part of Just Grapes' Global Grapes Series. Zinfandel is considered "America's" grape, thought to be the only grape indigenous to the United States. This grape type is commonly brimming with ripe fruit and black pepper spice. It is medium bodied and has...
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| Seminar: American Classic Reds - Tue, May 13 7-8:30PM |
| When: | May 13, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $20, can be applied to $35 purchase | | Phone: | (847) 590-8655 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Vintages Fine Wine, 60005 |
| | American Classic Reds SeminarThe red wines that made California famous...Tues, May 13th 7-8:30pmReservations Required Learn about 5 classic American red wines and why people love them - Cabernet- Merlot- Pinot Noir- Zinfandel- Meritage BlendTaste these American classics, and uncover each wine's different flavors and aroma...
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| NoMI Cellar Notes - Women Winemakers from Around the World |
| When: | May 13, 2008 (Tue) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $30 per person | | Phone: | 312 239 4030 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | NoMI, Cellar on the Seventh, 60611 |
| | Advanced Sommelier Fernando Beteta is on hand to guide guests through a tasting of different wines or spirits of a particular varietal or region.
Cellar Notes gives guests the opportunity to learn how to taste and evaluate wines or spirits, based on the subtle nuances in flavor, acidity, clarity and color of each selection ...
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| Wine Tasting - Wine Compliments Edison Park |
| When: | May 13, 2008 (Tue) to
May 18, 2008 (Sun) | | Time: | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free - No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments of Edison Park in Chicago, 60631 |
| | Stop in and see what we have open. Tastings available every day starting at 11:00am. Go to our web site to see what is open now.
http://winecompliments.com/WINE_TASTING.html...
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| Special Cooking Demonstration by Paris Ritz Escoffier School Chefs |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $60 Members; $75 Non Members | | Phone: | 312 337 1070 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Alliance Française, 60610 |
| | Since its creation in 1988, at the heart of the hotel Ritz in Paris, the Ritz Escoffier School is without a doubt the most famous school of gastronomy in the world. This prestigious school is an international reference for amateurs and professionals alike, training a new generation of chefs with teaching geared to the diffe...
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| Trappist Beer and Cheese Tasting |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $15 | | Phone: | 773 248 3905 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro, 60613 |
| | Swing by and try some fabulous Trappist beers in the company of experts! Taste out some fabulous beers paired with interesting cheeses, ask questions and enjoy the companionship of other beer enthusiasts......
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| Gilda's Club Australian Wine Tasting |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $40 | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's Beverage Depot- South Loop Tasting Room, 60607 |
| | It may be autumn in Australia, but it’s definitely spring in Chicago! To toast the change in season, Gilda’s Club Chicago’s associate’s board is hosting an Australian wine tasting aimed at transforming any wine lover into a true oenophile – and raising much-needed awareness and money to support people living with cancer.
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| Pops IN Champagne, Staff Trip Kick-Off Grand Tasting |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312 266 7677 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pops for Champagne, 60610 |
| | On May 21st, we will be sending our staff on an educational tour of the Champagne region. Join us for a grand tasting of the Houses they will be visiting, including Gosset, Laurent-Perrier, Taittinger, Bruno Paillard and Pol Roger....
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| Banfi Wine Dinner |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $45.00+tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 312 2661199 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | vinci, 60614 |
| | BANFI
Wine Dinner
May 14, 2008
Pinot Grigio, San Angelo
ANTIPASTO
Fried Calamari with vegetables and salsa verde
Gavi, Principessa
PRIMO
Porcini mushroom Risotto with fonduta and parmigiano
Morellino di Scansano, Val della Rose
SECONDO
Roast Beef Tenderloin with potato-gorgonzola torta, sage rosemary sauce
Cum Laude
DESS...
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| Samuel Adams Celebrates American Craft Beer Week with Beer Lover’s in Chicago |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $50 | | Phone: | 312-828-0966 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Harry Caray’s, 60610 |
| | What: Join Samuel Adams Brewer, Bob Cannon for a three-course beer dinner in celebration of American Craft Beer Week.
Where: Harry Caray’s, 33 W. Kinzie Street, Chicago, IL 60610
When: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 5:30PM
Cost: $50
Experience: Whether you’re new to the craft beer scene or a craft beer connoisseur, the night...
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| Wine Education: Wines of the Rhone Valley |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free for Wine Club Members/$10 all others | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Beginning in this month, WineStyles will have a series of Wine Education events in our store. Experts on particular regions will be here to teach you about their wines. But it's not all learning, there will be tasting too!
The first session will be about French wines from the Rhone Valley. The class will be held on Wed...
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| Estate Tasting: Wines of the Rheinhessen |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $25.00 | | Phone: | 773-989-8166 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Fine Wine Brokers, 60622 |
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Far too often overlooked, the veritable wines of the Rheinhessen are amongst the best of Germany.
Traditionally an ideal region which produces world renowned Rieslings which range from dry and austere, to rich and elegant, we now see an emergence with Pinot Noir as award-winning producers such as Keller are increasingly...
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| Carol Shelton at Nacional 27 |
| When: | May 14, 2008 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $44 for Wine Down Wednesday | | Phone: | 773.281.8888 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Nacional 27, 60610 |
| | CAROL SHELTON
WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY at Nacional 27
FEATURING:
Carol Shelton Boutique California Wines
Distributed by Wine-O-Rama, Chicago
Available at LUSH Wine and Spirits for 10% Off
by Mentioning Nacional 27's Wine Down Wednesday
Wednesday, May 14th thru Tuesday, May 20th, 2008 Reservations Available Starting 5:30 ...
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| Gourmet Wine Cellar |
| When: | May 15, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $90 Before May 1. $100 after May 1 | | Phone: | 1.877.490.3337 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chicago Field Museum, 60605 |
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MEDIA ALERT: THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2008
THE GOURMET WINE CELLAR
TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF WINE AND FOOD
WHAT: Chicago's most renowned chefs and restaurants, along with respected sommeliers, celebrate this 6th annual event, presented by Gourmet magazine, and benefiting The American Institute of Wine and Food....
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| 5-Course Australian Wine Dinner at Quince |
| When: | May 15, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | | Cost: | $90 per person | | Phone: | 847.570.8400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Quince at the Homestead, 60201 |
| | The wines and cuisine of Australia are on the menu at Quince, as
G.M. and Wine Director Joe Ziomek welcomes Rebecca Loewy of Old Bridge Cellars – a top importer of Australian wine – to Quince for a 5-course wine dinner. The two wine experts will introduce five flavorful, summery wines – the Aussie “whites” which are crisp ...
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| Free Weekly Wine Tasting |
| When: | May 15, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-904-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles - Naperville, 60564 |
| | Come join us for our free weekly wine tastings on Thursday evenings. We always have something new open so it is different every week. The wine education given by Debra is just an added bonus!
Stop by anytime from 5 to 8 pm....
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| What's the Difference? |
| When: | May 15, 2008 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | | Cost: | Your presence is enough! | | Phone: | 773-549-CABS (2227) | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | WineStyles Chicago/Belmont, 60657 |
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