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| Sofitel Hotel's Fall Whisky Seminars |
| When: | Sep 01, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30- 8PM | | Cost: | $36 (tax & gratuity not included) | | Phone: | 312-324-7030 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Le Bar of the Sofitel Hotel, 60611 |
| | The Sofitel Hotel’s
Le Bar
invites you to join
Martin C. Duffy,
The Master of Scotch
for
Johnnie Walker & The Classic Malts
for their exclusive Fall Whisky Seminar Series
featuring food pairings with an extensive array of Single Malts & Blended Scotch Whiskies as well as guest speakers.
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 Dunn with Summer |
| When: | Sep 02, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | Afternoon tasting time To Be Announced | | Cost: | $200 per person | | Phone: | 312-520-9141 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kensington's Auction Cellar, 60611 |
| | What a better way to end the summer season than with a tasting of Dunn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain to kick off Labor Day Weekend!
Join us at Kensington’s Wine Cellar Friday, September 2nd as we open and serve some of Dunn’s desirable earlier vintages of it’s Howell Mountain Cabernet such as 1979,1980,198...
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| Labor Day Weekend Wine Tasting at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Sep 02, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 630-717-0100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Naperville, 60540 |
| | Join us to sample from more than 40 summer and early fall new releases. Proceeds to go to V.F.W. Post 3873 of Naperville. Food will be provided by Braconi's of Naperville. $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| Heitz & Caymus Shuttle to Jazz Fest |
| When: | Sep 03, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 5pm to 9pm | | Cost: | $375 per person | | Phone: | (312)-520-9141 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Milenium Park Jazz Festival, 60611 |
| | In order to appreciate Jazz properly, Kensington’s believes one should do so after a tasting of verticals of some of the finest examples of California’s top producers. September 3rd at 5pm, enjoy verticals of Heitz, Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet and Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet at Kensington’s Auction Cellar.
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| Fall Into Pinot Tasting at Binny's in McHenry |
| When: | Sep 03, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00-6:00PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 815-385-3200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in McHenry, 60050 |
| | Taste one dozen interesting and mouth-filling Pinots - from the rich and silky red Pinot Noir to the fresh and food-friendly white Pinot Gris. Find your favorites for your Fall and Labor Day celebrations. Free to club members, $10 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| Sam's Academy Presents: Intro to Wine- Tasting the World |
| When: | Sep 06, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8:00pm | | Cost: | $160 | | Phone: | 800.777.9137 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kendall College- Rosen Family Wine Room, 60622 |
| | Join us Tuesdays in September; a four week course.
Week 1: We'll taste through the globe's six major grape varieties and learn how differences in winemaking and climate make for varied styles of wines worldwide.
Week 2: The World's Great White Wines- Building on what we've tasted in Week 1, we'll learn about more select gr...
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| Sam's Wines & Spirits- Chicago- Il Veneto! Seminar |
| When: | Sep 07, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8pm | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312.664.4394 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits-Chicago, 60614 |
| | No other of Italy's 20 regions produces as much high-quality wine as does Veneto-fully one-fourth of all Italian DOC and DOCG wine. Some of Veneto's wines are especially familiar to American consumers-Soave, Valpolicella and Bardolino, to name the top three, with Prosecco, Bianco di Custoza and Amarone della Valpolicella al...
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| Just Grapes |
| When: | Sep 07, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | | Cost: | $25 regular price or $20 for Savvy Sipper members | | Phone: | 312-627-WINE | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Just Grapes, 60661 |
| | First Wednesday Tasting
THEME: Old World vs. New World (Side by Side Tasting)
DATE: September 7, 2005
TIME: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
COST: Regular Price $25 or Savvy Sipper Members $20
The most common denominator for most wine enthusiasts is the grape type they prefer, but not all grapes are created equal. Just as the same typ...
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| Intro To Wine |
| When: | Sep 07, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $20 per person | | Phone: | 708 364-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Twisted Vine, 60476 |
| | Should I sniff the cork? Why are some wines good and some wines bad? Can you grow grapes anywhere in the world? All these questions and more will be answered. $20 per person. Payment required when placing reservations. All classes start at 7:00pm....
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| The Wines of Australia and New Zealand at Binny's in Chicago - Downtown |
| When: | Sep 08, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 5:00-7:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 312-332-0012 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Chicago - Downtown, 60610 |
| | Please join us as we taste more than 30 wines from the land down under. Explore the wonderful flavors and diversity of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Shiraz, the ubiquitous Aussie blends and more. We'll also feature several fantastic wines from neighboring New Zealand. Everything from outstanding...
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| Blind Tasting - A play about wine |
| When: | Sep 08, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 8:00 pm | | Cost: | $30.00 | | Phone: | 312-744-9350 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Tasting Room at Randolph Wine Cellars, 60607 |
| | See the award winning play "Blind Tasting," accompanied by a tasting of several wines mentioned in the play. Wine plays a central role in this story, which takes place in both Chicago and Italy, and centers on the complex and dynamic relationships of six people passionately involved with wine. It serves as an excellent and ...
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| CANCELLED!! Sam's Academy Presents: The Wines of Down Under- New Zealand & Australia |
| When: | Sep 08, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8:00pm | | Cost: | $45 | | Phone: | 800.777.9137 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kendall College- Rosen Family Wine Room, 60622 |
| | Come and join us on a trip Down Under, while we unravel some of Australia's hidden values and the distinct characteristics of the wines from New Zealand. Explore the land down under through its years of wine development and in some cases near perfection.
Instructor: Stuart Bander, Head Educator of Distinctive Wines
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| Italia Fest |
| When: | Sep 08, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | Every Wednesday | | Cost: | $19.95 per person | | Phone: | 847-680-4300 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Portofino Italian Bistro, 60061 |
| | Italia Fest will be held each Wednesday beginning at 5pm through the end of September - Guests will enjoy a Five Course dinner for only $19.95 Portofino Italian Bistro is located on beautiful Bear Lake in Vernon Hills. Come and enjoy real Italain food at a great price!...
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| Welcome Back Count Sebastiano Capponi of Villa Calcinaia |
| When: | Sep 08, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30pm reception, then dinner | | Cost: | $75 per person for Chicagourmets members $85 pp for non members all inclusive; mail payment to Chicagourmets, UPS store, PMB 347, 47 W. Division St., Chicago, 60610 | | Phone: | 773-665-2626 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Trattoria #10, 60602 |
| | Enjoy another special evening as Chicagourmets and Imports Inc./chicago partner with Chef Doug D’Avico to showcase the wonderful wines of Villa Calcinaia and the freshest of the seasonal vegetables from the farmer’s markets.
Chef's Selection of Passed Hors D'oeuvres
2003 Langhe Favorita, Malvira’
Soft Polenta with Washing...
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| Festival of the Vines |
| When: | Sep 08, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | All day | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 630-232-2130 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Geneva, 60134 |
| | The Wine Seller of Geneva is hosting the Festival of Vines, come out and taste the hottest wines that will be making pallets sing this winter....
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| 2005 Southwestern Michigan Wine & Harvest Festival |
| When: | Sep 09, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | All Day from 4:00 pm Friday all day Saturday to 4:00 pm on Sunday | | Cost: | Free to $22 depending on Activity | | Phone: | 800-732-6002 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Downtown Paw Paw, MI - Just 2 hours east of Chicago - Exit #60 off I-94, 49079 |
| | 2005 Wine & Harvest Festival – Sept. 9-11, 2005 – Paw Paw, MI – Parades, derbys, carnival & rides, bands, contests, races, carnival, food, mini golf, art shows, wine tastings & tours, Vineyard Classic bike tour, inner tube races & much more – visit www.wineandharvestfestival.com for details
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| Wine Down in the Park |
| When: | Sep 09, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | | Cost: | $125 | | Phone: | 312-363-6768 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Daley Bicentennial Plaza (across from Millenium Park Bridge), 60601 |
| | Come help us launch the International Wine Institute, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to communication with and education of industry professionals and consumers on the merits and value of wine, while some of Chicago's hottest sommeliers pour some of the world's finest wines paired with the best culinary talents.
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| Spanish Wine Tasting at Binny's in Des Plaines |
| When: | Sep 09, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00-8:00PM | | Cost: | | | Phone: | 847-956-1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Des Plaines, 60016 |
| | Join us to sample some of the highly rated and affordable wines from Spanish Importer Jorge Ordonez including Alvear Pedro Ximenez de Anada 2003 (94 pts Wine Advocate), Vina Alarba 2004 Old Vines Grenache (90 pts WA), Jaun Gil 2003 Monastral(91 pts WA), and Finca Luzon 2004 Jumilla (90 pts WA) to name a few. See for yoursel...
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| Pacific Rim Rendezvous at Binny's in Buffalo Grove |
| When: | Sep 10, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 3:00-6:00PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 847-459-2200 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Buffalo Grove, 60089 |
| | Sample more than 25 wines from Australia and New Zealand. What a great opportunity to experience wines from these countries' best viticultural areas including Hunter Valley, Barossa Valley, Coonawarra and Marlborough. There will be special prices on the tasting wines and, best of all, the event is free for club members ($10...
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| Bordeaux Tasting at Binny's in Schaumburg |
| When: | Sep 10, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $10 non-club members | | Phone: | 847-882-6000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Schaumburg, 60195 |
| | The greatest wines in the world come from Bordeaux. Sample three dozen wines from the value vintages of 1999, 2001 and 2002. Taste great buys and awesome, highly-rated wines as well. What a great way to kick off our fall tasting schedule. Free to wine club members, $10 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| 1st Annual Windy City Wine Festival |
| When: | Sep 10, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | Saturday, September 10- 1:00- 9:00 pm; Sunday, September 11-- 1:00- 8:00 pm | | Cost: | $25/ person per day | | Phone: | 847.382.1480 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Daley Bicentennial Plaza in Grant Park |
| | Enjoy a variety of tastings, wine and food education, and live entertainment on Chicago's beautiful lakefront. Located in Daley Bicentennial Plaza in Grant Park (just east of Millennium Park),this inaugural event will feature 200 different wines from renowned suppliers like Remy Amerique and Brown Forman Family of Wines an...
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| Italian Wine Tasting Event @ Wine Compliments - Edison Park, Chicago |
| When: | Sep 10, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 2:00pm - 8:00pm | | Cost: | No Charge | | Phone: | 773-775-1100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Wine Compliments - Edison Park, 60631 |
| | Saturday, September 10 from 2:00pm - 8:00pm join us as we taste some great wines from Italy. We will be featuring wines from well known producers Masi, Livio Felluga & Antinori. There is no charge to taste the wines and there will be great savings if you would like to bring any of this wine home with you....
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| Kensington's Fall Auction and Tasting |
| When: | Sep 10, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 11 am | | Cost: | $50 for Pre-Auction tasting and Free to attend | | Phone: | 312-836-7850 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Kensington's Auction Cellar, 60611 |
| | Kensington's Wine Auctioneers and Brokers is Rolling out one of its most coveted Auctions in History! Over $600,000 worth of wine will be auctioned off in one day! A pre-auction tasting will kick off the festivities at 11 am with over 30 fine wines.
See Kensington's Auction online now: www.winecommune.com...
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| Windy City Wine Club - Wine Festival |
| When: | Sep 10, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | Saturday 1 - 9 pm * Sunday 1 - 8 pm | | Cost: | $25.00 advance | | Phone: | 773 687-0784 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Daley Bicentennial Plaza, 60601 |
| | Festival Info:
Seminars/ Demonstrations conducted by event sponsors, exhibiting wineries, Chicago area chefs, restaurateurs and specialty food shops.
The opportunity to sample from more than 200 wines from around the world. Learn about new and exciting varieties from the experts in a relaxed festival setting.
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| Sam's Wines & Spirits-Downers Grove-Cheese & Wine - The Course, The Party Seminar |
| When: | Sep 12, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8pm | | Cost: | $20 | | Phone: | 630.705.9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits- Downers Grove, 60515 |
| | Hosting a wine & cheese do? We'll help you go beyond-way beyond-Brie and Chardonnay for some terrific pairings of cheeses and wines as you learn the world's five major cheese types and how best to serve them. The same rubric also works for a cheese "course," an alternative for dessert at the end of a meal. Cheeses matched w...
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| Chicago Wine School's "Basics of Wine" 5-week wine course |
| When: | Sep 12, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 5:30 to 7:00 PM | | Cost: | $170 | | Phone: | 312-491-0284 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | 404 Wine Bar (2856 N Southport) |
| | The CWS Basics course is aimed at those either just developing their
interest in wines or for those who need a good review (offered every semester)....
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| Chicago Wine School's "Varietals" 5-week Intermediate level
wine course |
| When: | Sep 12, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 8:00 to 9:30 PM | | Cost: | $200 | | Phone: | 312-491-0284 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | 404 Wine Bar (2856 N Southport) |
| | This Intermediate course takes up where # 1 left off, the "basics"
having been covered. It will focus on the more than 30 grape varieties which are
distinct enough to produce interesting wines (offered every semester)....
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| Louis Guntrum Wine Dinner/Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort |
| When: | Sep 12, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6.30pm | | Cost: | $50 per person exclusive of tax + gratuity | | Phone: | 773 772 7100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | feast restaurant, 60647 |
| | A portion of the proceeds will be donatedto the Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort.Mr. Guntrum will match $25 per person.
Limited availability + reservations are required.
Louis Guntrum Wine DinnerMonday, September 12, 6.30pm
Join Louis Konstantin Guntrum XIIof Louis Guntrum Wineryin a dinner celebration!
The Menu2003 Red Bo...
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| Chicago Wine School's "The Wines of France" 5-week Intermediate
wine course |
| When: | Sep 13, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 7:00 to 8:30 PM | | Cost: | $225 | | Phone: | 312-491-0284 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Schaefer's (9965 Gross Point Rd in Skokie) |
| | These courses are for those who wish an in-depth study of a specific
country (a different country is offered every semester). The Basics course or
an equivalent is suggested as a prerequisite)....
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| Wine Talk |
| When: | Sep 14, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00-9:00 pm | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312 397 9818 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Up Gallery, 60610 |
| | Second Wednesdays, Monthly 7:00-9:00 pm
Featuring an informal tasting and discussion of a themed varietal or region - this month, Sauvignon Blanc from five different countries. Both experts and novices are invited to take part. We will open some of our favorite finds and share the facts, while we analyze together the nua...
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| "See You In September" Wine Tasting at Binny's Express in Chicago - Hyde Park |
| When: | Sep 15, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:30-9:00PM | | Cost: | $5 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $10 non-members | | Phone: | 773-324-5000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's Express in Chicago - Hyde Park, 60615 |
| | It may be true of Hyde Park in particular that "We all go back to school in the fall". Welcome in Autumn at Binny’s "See You In September" Wine Tasting. Taste a selection of reds and whites just right for your change-of-season attitude adjustment. $5 for club members, $10 non-members. Reservations recommended....
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| Palate Pleasing Pinot Noir |
| When: | Sep 15, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $38.00 per person | | Phone: | 847-651-9155 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Berruti's, 60089 |
| | Location, location, location! Taste the difference soil and climate can make in what is arguably this years hottest wine choice--Pinot Noir--from perfect vineyard sites as diverse as Oregon, France, New Zealand and California...Each of our tastings feature six outstanding wines paired perfectly with the food stylings of che...
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| Italian Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting at Binny's in Orland Park |
| When: | Sep 16, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00-8:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 708-226-9902 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Orland Park, 60462 |
| | A magical night indeed! Join us as we celebrate the delightful food and wine of Italy. We will be pouring over 40 wines from all over all this picturesque country. In addition to the many wines, we will be serving a selection of Italian cheeses, meats, and olives! That’s Amore! $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Reserva...
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| Italian Night at Binny's in Orland Park |
| When: | Sep 16, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 5:00-8:00PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 708-226-9902 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Orland Park, 60462 |
| | Join us as we celebrate the wine and food of Italy. We will be pouring over 50 wines from all over this picturesque country. In addition to the many wines, Buca di Beppo of Orland Park will be serving delicious pizza and pasta! $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Reservations recommended. All proceeds from this event wil...
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| 3rd Annual Naperville Wine Festival |
| When: | Sep 17, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | Saturday, September 17-- 1:00-9:00 pm; Sunday, September 18-- 1:00-7:00 pm | | Cost: | $20/ person per day | | Phone: | 847.382.1480 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Naper Settlement, 60540 |
| | Enjoy a variety of tastings, wine and food education, and live entertainment in the bucolic Naper Settlement, a 13-acre park that authentically interprets 19th century community life. Located just west of Chicago, the festival features 150 different wines from renowned suppliers like Schieffelin Somerset and Brown Foreman ...
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| Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. First Fall Auction |
| When: | Sep 17, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 10:00 am | | Cost: | | | Phone: | 312-482-9996 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Chicago Athletic Association, 60603 |
| | Hart Davis Hart’s upcoming auction will take place on Saturday, September 17th at the Chicago Athletic Association, which overlooks Millennium Park at 12 South Michigan Avenue. There will be a pre-sale tasting at the club ($65) immediately before the auction, which will allow bidders the opportunity to taste a range of wine...
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| 3rd Annual Wine Crush in Old Town |
| When: | Sep 17, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 11:00 am - 10:00 pm | | Cost: | $0.00 | | Phone: | 847-566-4600 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Old Town, Chicago |
| | DiCarlo's Fine Wines and Spirits of Mundelein, IL is proud to sponsor the 3rd Annual Wine Crush in Old Town, Chicago. Come out to Wells Street as it undergoes a transformation from a busy urban thoroughfare, to a European-style market featuring wine pavilions, representing over 50 wines, arts and crafts vendors, a variety ...
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| The Scotch Tasting at Binny's in Naperville |
| When: | Sep 17, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $20 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $30 non-members | | Phone: | 630-717-0100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Naperville, 60540 |
| | Don't miss this chance to sample over 40 of the finest and rarest scotches in the world, including single-malts, blends, and scotches finished in different wood casks. This is the tasting not to miss for the Scotch lover! It is recommended to eat prior to the tasting and/or bring a designated driver. Our Gourmet Deli will p...
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| Johnnie Walker Journey |
| When: | Sep 19, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 6pm & 8:30pm | | Cost: | No fee | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Grand Hall at Union Station, 60606 |
| | Welcome to the Journey
The Journey is an exclusive opportunity to experience the rich world of Johnnie Walker. Here you will explore and taste all five of our famous blends, including the unique opportunity to try Johnnie Walker® Blue Label.®
The Great Hall at Union Station
210 South Canal Street
The Journey takes place the...
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| Sam's Wines & Spirits-Chicago-Cheeses & Wines of Spain & Portugal Seminar |
| When: | Sep 20, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30pm to 8pm | | Cost: | $25 | | Phone: | 312.664.4394 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sam's Wines & Spirits- Chicago, 60614 |
| | The Iberian Peninsula is mad over ewe-and goat and nanny too. Nowhere in Europe are cheeses from these three milks made in such variety. We'll taste cheeses such as Spain's Mahon, Manchego, Majorero and Cabrales, along with Portugal's Azeitao and Toledo. And wait until you taste six different wines from these two countries ...
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| Italian Wine Class |
| When: | Sep 20, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30pm | | Cost: | $25.00 | | Phone: | (773) 883-6000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | D.O.C. Wine Bar |
| | Tour Italy this fall and join us for our Italian wine class, offering 15 wines from all over Italy. All wines tasted will be available for purchase and will be offered at special pricing for the day. Hope to see you here.
$25 per person
6:30-8:30pm
Advance purchase of tickets is highly recommended. Call Kristin at 773.39...
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| The Terlato Family of Wines Wine Dinner |
| When: | Sep 20, 2005 (Tue) | | Time: | 6:30 Reception 7:00 Dinner | | Cost: | | | Phone: | 312.621.0264 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Nick's Fishmarket & Grill, 60603 |
| | Enjoy mouthwatering Nick’s cuisine with wine pairings from the Terlato Family of Wines hosted by Special Guest John Terlato
Nick's is proud to be serving the inaugural release of both the Terlato Vineyards Pinot Grigio and Terlato Vineyards Syrah as well as Premium Wines from Sanford, Rutherford Hill and Chimney Rock Wineri...
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| Wine From Where |
| When: | Sep 21, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7 - 9pm | | Cost: | $15 per person | | Phone: | 773 772 7100 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | feast restaurant, 60647 |
| | Wine from Where?!?
If you have never tasted wines from South Africa, Hungary, Lebanon or Michigan, allow us to introduce you to these exciting regions. We'll show you old favorites like Syrah, Pinot Grigio + surprise you with unique varietals.
September 21
All wine events are from 7-9 p.m.
$15 per person includes wine + app...
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| Rieslings of the World |
| When: | Sep 21, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $20 per person | | Phone: | 708 364-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Twisted Vine, 60476 |
| | We've all tasted the wonderful German Riesling. But how about Riesling from California? Or even Austria? We are going to surprise you tonight with the diverse flavors that this grape can achieve in climates all over the world. $20 per person. Payment required when placing reservations. All classes start at 7:00pm....
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| Thyme & Toulouse |
| When: | Sep 21, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:30pm | | Cost: | $85 per person | | Phone: | 312-226-4300 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Thyme Restaurant, 60622 |
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Merci Beuacoup!
Ambria Sommelier/Educator Robert Bansberg and
Thyme Chef/Owner John Bubala present
A Toulouse -Lautrec Wine Dinner
Wednesday September 21st, 2005
Thyme
464 N Halsted, Chicago, IL
Reception 6:30
Joseph Perrier Brut (Champagne) &
Absenthe Pastis (Provence) Mediterranean Tuna Salad, Shaved Grana Padana with ...
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| Wines From Spain: Great Match: Wine and Tapas |
| When: | Sep 22, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. | | Cost: | $50 in advance, no ticket sales at the door | | Phone: | 1-866-849-8703 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Union Station |
| | Great Match: Wine and Tapas will feature a comprehensive tasting of more than 200 Spanish wines, representing many of Spain’s 64 denominations of origin. The wines will be paired with an international menu of “tapas,” Spain’s world-famous appetizers, created by restaurant chefs in each city.
All proceeds will benefit a loc...
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| Wines of Spain at Binny's in Elmwood Park |
| When: | Sep 22, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 708-456-2112 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Elmwood Park, 60707 |
| | Spain is one of the greatest countries today producing wines of exceptional character and value. Taste more than 30 reds and whites from the classic region of Rioja as well as wines from Priorat, and the Ribera del Duero, along with a few of the up and coming regions. $10 for club members, $15 non-members. Reservations reco...
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| Sofitel Hotel's Fall Whisky Seminars |
| When: | Sep 22, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | | Cost: | $36 (tax & gratuity not included) | | Phone: | 312-324-4000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sofitel Hotel, 60611 |
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Le Bar
invites you to join
Martin C. Duffy,
The Master of Scotch
for
Johnnie Walker & The Classic Malts
for their exclusive Fall Whisky Seminar Series
featuring food pairings with an extensive array of Single Malts & Blended Scotch Whiskies.
Thursday September 22d, 2005
- The Classic Malts and their new...
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| George T. Stagg Vertical Bourbon Tasting at Binny's in Lakeview |
| When: | Sep 22, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $50 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $65 non-members | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lakeview, 60657 |
| | Binny's invites you to the most unique whiskey seminar of the year! Join us for a full vertical tasting of George T. Stagg, the most sought after Bourbon release in recent memory. This tasting will include the limited Kentucky release from this past Spring, and will be hosted by Binny's Spirit Specialist, Brett Pontoni and ...
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| American Cancer Society Wine Event |
| When: | Sep 22, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | | Cost: | $40 | | Phone: | | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Orso's Italian Restuarant, 60610 |
| | Come out and support one of the Charity Runners in this year's Chicago Marathon (Tali Remien) by attending this American Cancer Society Wine Event - September 22, 2005 !
Details:
Orso's Italian Restaurant (Wells and Schiller)
1401 N. Wells
$40 includes choice of 6 wines and appetizers
Many fun silent auction items, f...
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| Classic Malts Seminar at the Sofitel Hotel |
| When: | Sep 22, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30pm | | Cost: | $36 (tax & gratuity not included) | | Phone: | 312-324 4000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Sofitel Hotel, 60611 |
| | The Sofitel Hotel’s Le Bar invites you to join
Martin C. Duffy,The Master of Scotch for Johnnie Walker & The Classic Malts for the 2nd installment of their exclusive Fall Whisky Seminar Series featuring food pairings with an extensive array of Single Malts & Blended Scotch Whiskies.
Thursday September 22d, 2005
- The Classi...
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| G7: Group of Seven Portuguese Wine Producers |
| When: | Sep 23, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 3:00 - 7:00 PM | | Cost: | Free for wine and food press and trade | | Phone: | 212-929-7700 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Carlton Club, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 60611 |
| | G7, Group of Seven Leading Portuguese wine producers, hosts a walk-around tasting at the Carlton Club, featuring premium wines from all the major wine-producing regions of Portugal. ...
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| Oktoberfest Beer & Wine Tasting at Binny's in Des Plaines |
| When: | Sep 24, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00-4:00PM | | Cost: | $5 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $10 non-members | | Phone: | 847-956-1000 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Des Plaines, 60016 |
| | Join us to sample over twenty Oktoberfest beers & wines. Featuring many German Oktoberfest beers and their domestic counterparts, see for yourself why beer lovers can’t wait for these copper hued gems to hit our shelves! $5 for club members (which includes your complementary beer glass), $10 non-members. Reservations recomm...
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| Fall Wine Festival in South Naperville |
| When: | Sep 24, 2005 (Sat) | | Time: | 1:00 - 5:00 PM | | Cost: | Pay $5 for an Event Glass and taste over 60 wines for free | | Phone: | 630-904-1500 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Peterson Spirits & Fine Wines - Wateford Spirits & Fine Wines, 60564 |
| | We're located at the corner of 87th Street & Route 59 in Naperville.
What is our Fall Wine Festival all about? It's about fine wine, a good time, crisp fall weather, and your opportunity to take advantage of specially priced wine and great discounts. If that wasn't enough, think about this. We have 60 wines from some of the...
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| Dominique Portet Wine Dinner at Night Cafe in Arlington Heights |
| When: | Sep 25, 2005 (Sun) | | Time: | 7 PM | | Cost: | $75 Excluding tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 847-590-0271 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Night Cafe, 60005 |
| | Join us Sunday, September 25th at 7PM for a wonderful dinner hosted by Winemaker Dominique Portet.
A five course dinner featuring Chef Emery Kapusi's amazing creations will be paired with Dominique's spectacular wines from Australia.
Seats are limited so reserve yours today!...
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| Dominique Portet Wine Dinner at The Grille in Lake Forest |
| When: | Sep 26, 2005 (Mon) | | Time: | 7 PM | | Cost: | $60 including tax and gratuity | | Phone: | 847-234-9660 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Grille in Lake Forest, IL, 60045 |
| | Join us Monday, September 26th at 7PM for a wonderful dinner hosted by Winemaker Dominique Portet.
A five course dinner featuring Chef Thomas Mini's amazing creations will be paired with Dominique's spectacular wines from Austrlia....
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| Intro to Australia |
| When: | Sep 28, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 7:00pm | | Cost: | $20 per person | | Phone: | 708 364-9463 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Twisted Vine, 60476 |
| | Most of us have heard of this mysterious Shiraz wine from Australia, but are they making other noteworthy wines? The answer is YES! Taste them for yourself mate! $20 per person. Payment required when placing reservations. All classes start at 7:00pm....
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| Celebrate Chocolate |
| When: | Sep 28, 2005 (Wed) | | Time: | 6:00 PM | | Cost: | $65.00 for members of ChicaGourmet $75.00 for Non Members | | Phone: | 773-665-2626 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | The Melting Pot Restaurant, 60610 |
| | Lisa Yockelson is a baking journalist whose recipes, articles, and essays have appeared in publications such as The Boston Globe, The Washington Post, Gastronomica: The Journal of Food and Culture, Chocolatier, Pastry Art & Design, Woman's Day, Family Circle, and Cook's Illustrated. Her Gastronomica article "Brownies: A Me...
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| Vignamaggio Wine Dinner |
| When: | Sep 29, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30 pm | | Cost: | | | Phone: | 312-649-0055 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Pane Caldo, 60611 |
| | Carla Bani, General Manger of Vignamaggio will be guest of honor, talking about the wines and answering questions. Menu and price to be announced. For the updated information email us at events@pane-caldo.com....
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| SOLD-OUT!! British Cheese and Ale Seminar at Binny's in Lakeview |
| When: | Sep 29, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:30-8:30PM | | Cost: | $10 Frugal Fine Wine Lovers Club Members, $15 non-members | | Phone: | 773-935-9400 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Binny's in Lakeview, 60657 |
| | Join us for an evening of British Isles legends featuring the renowned stone fermented Ales of Samuel Smith, produced since 1758 at the old brewery at Tadcaster. The Ales will be paired with a selection of outstanding traditional Farmstead cheeses from throughout the British Isles, selected and aged by the experts at London...
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| Sake Seminar |
| When: | Sep 29, 2005 (Thu) | | Time: | 6:00 - 8:00 pm | | Cost: | Free | | Phone: | 312.397.9818 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | UP Gallery, 60610 |
| | Join us at UP Gallery this Thursday, September 29 from 6:00-8:00pm for a complimentary sake seminar. Three different premium chilled sakes will be poured as we all learn why this increasingly popular drink is often referred to as 'the drink of the God's'. Learn what makes premium sake different from sake served warm and b...
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| Morton's, The Steakhouse Wine Tasting |
| When: | Sep 30, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | 6:00 to 7:30 PM | | Cost: | $40.00 | | Phone: | 847-678-3455 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Morton's, The Steakhouse, Rosemont, 60018 |
| | Celebrate Competition. It's Napa versus Sonoma...a pairing you won't want to miss. Join us for fine wine, Morton's signature hors d'oeuvres & some healthy competition....
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| Sterling Vineyards Wine Dinner |
| When: | Sep 30, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | Cocktails 6:30 Dinner 7pm | | Cost: | $75 per person all inclusive | | Phone: | 847-827-7818 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Cafe La Cave, 60018 |
| | Cafe La Cave and Sterling Vineyards invites you to an evening of exquisite wine and food
Goat Cheese & Watermelon Bruschetta, Scallion & Potato Cake with Smoked Salmon Mousse
Sterling Vintner's Collection Sauvignon Blanc
Pistachio-Crusted Halibut with Zucchini "Pappardelle" and Balsamic Syrup
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Sterling Napa Chardonnay
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| Japanese Sake Seminar & Tasting |
| When: | Sep 30, 2005 (Fri) | | Time: | Registration: 2:30 pm. Seminar & Tasting: 3:00-5:00 | | Cost: | Free but pre-registration required (Restaurant, hotel, retail & media industry professionals only) | | Phone: | 312-832-6000 Ext.209 | | Email: |
| | | | Where: | Union League Club of Chicago, 60604 |
| | The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is proud to present an introduction to the world of sake, the traditional Japanese wine-like beverage, at a hosted event in Chicago specifically for restaurant, hotel, retail and media industry professionals.
Sake is rapidly becoming internationally recognized as a premium beve...
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