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Discover the rich flavors and aromas of reds, whites, and rosés with wine classes in Chicago, where participants can learn about the art of wine tasting, food pairings, and the various wine regions around the world.
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Under the Influence
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Come feel the buzz of these boozy recipes! One glass of sparkling rosé is included in the price of the class. Menu: Gruyere Cheese Fondue White Wine and Herb Steamed Mussels Fettuccine with Vodka Cream Sauce Crêpes Suzette. Skills Covered in Class Include: Selecting Cheese Selecting and Steaming Mussels Preparing Cream Sauces Working with Fresh Herbs Making Crêpe Batter Cooking Crêpes Flambéing. ...
$85
Food and Wine of Spain
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
More exciting than running with the bulls, come enjoy these Spanish classics paired with regional wines. Olé! Menu: Gambas al Ajillo (Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Saffron) Rioja-Braised Lamb with Chorizo, Pimenton and White Beans Smoked Paprika Roasted Potatoes Crème Caramel (Baked Custard with Caramel Sauce) Featured Wines: Albarino, Bodegas Lagar de Besada, Galicia, Spain, 2017 Rioja Crianza, Bodegas Obalo, Rioja, Spain, 2015 ...
$95
Coqs and Corks: Fried Chicken and Wine Pairing
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Everyone loves fried chicken, and why not? It's crunchy, salty, juicy, utterly satisfying and, believe it or not, pairs beautifully with wine! Come taste for yourself as we pair everyone's favorite chicken dish with wines from around the world beginning with Champagne, the instant modern classic. We will explore both white and red wine pairings, searching for the ultimate gastronomic marriage of flavor, texture and satisfaction. Dive...
$75
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The Science Behind Tasting Wine
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
This is the nerdiest of all the classes for those who really want to dive into the analytics of professional wine tasting! This class will teach you how to properly taste and analyze wine, but also explore much of the science behind what's happening when you taste wine and why. There are four steps in the process of analyzing and tasting; The Visual, The Nose, The Palate, and Tasting Conclusions. Learning these steps will arm you with a keen...
$88
The Building Blocks of Wine:Making Sense Of French Wine
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
This French wine is too complicated? Mais, non! Join our sommelier, Viktorija Todorovska, who will explain the basics of French wine and take you through a tasting of the wines of 5 different regions. You'll learn about the styles of wine and the foods to pair with those wines. You'll leave the class having learned a couple of French words and knowing how to choose the best French wines for any occasion.
$50
Rosé all Day
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
It's national Rosé day! Join us for a special Rosé tasting with Sommelier, Mary Ross, featuring three prominent Rosé styles paired with light appetizers. We'll also create a Frosé, so you'll be ready to make this chic warm-weather refresher for your own patio, picnic or poolside! During class you will receive a generous tasting pour of frosé and a full glass of the remaining two rosé wines. You must be 21 or over to attend. Please...
$60
Wine Tasting: Becoming a Wine Connoisseur
Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Embark on a journey to unlock the secrets of the world of wine at the renowned Discovery Center. Expand your wine vocabulary and learn the art of wine tasting from the experts while indulging in a variety of classical grape varietals. Develop your palate and become a true wine connoisseur.
$39
Fortified Wines: Sweet & Dry
Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Port! Sherry! Madeira! Champagne! Prosecco! Have you always wanted to know the real difference between a Tawny and a Ruby Port? Or a Cremant and a Cava? How about the different styles of Sherry and Sparkling? These are not just wines for your Grandparents to sip during retirement! They are vibrant and viable to use with or without food, during or after dinner. Jhea will show you what to purchase at a restaurant or in a wine store and where...
$35
Valentine's Virtual Wine Making Experience
Get together with your special someone or your pod and make your own wine together for Valentines. We will take you step by step on line to make 25 to 30 bottles of wine safe at home. Class will include equipment and 4 sessions from glass to bottle. Cost is $74.95 plus cost of ingredients. Classes can be viewed live on line or recorded at another time. 1st Session Sunday at 4:00 PM Feb 14th 2nd Session racking Feb 21st 4 PM. 3rd Session...
Post Holiday Bargains: No Need To Give Up Wine
Plum Market @ 1233 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Of course we’re still drinking good wine after the holiday frenzy has died down! The question is, what to open? Over the last couple months we’ve been pulling out special (pricey…) bottles with abandon, figuring now’s the time to share, not hoard, The Best. But truth be told, there are plenty of modest wines that deliver pleasure, complexity, and terroir, too. We’ll showcase authentic steals from around the globe – southern Italy...
$20
Louis/Dressner Imports - Extreme Terroir
Plum Market @ 1233 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Louis/Dressner Selections is an importing company founded in the 1990’s by the late, great Joe Dressner and his wife Denyse Louis. Joe and Denyse were visionaries, never interested in scores, never interested in wines with “gobs of fruit,” and never interested in highly paid wine consultants. They were passionate about low-impact, organic farming methods which produce elegant wines, especially from the Loire Valley and Beaujolais. Dressner...
$20
Staff Picks: Wines We Remember & Love From 2018
Plum Market @ 1233 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Our Old Town Wine Team is very proud of the selection of wines we carry. Truly, every wine is here for a reason. Still, through the year, each of us finds a few wines that strike us personally – we want to tell everyone, “You’ve gotta try this!” Tonight we’ll revisit some of these, offering some unique and some classically styled bottlings, as well as a sneak peek into our psyches.
$20
Wines You’ll Fall In Love With
Plum Market @ 1233 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
It’s exactly a week before Valentine’s Day. Time to find romance-in-a-bottle! Shopping for an ideal wine to share with your soulmate, a potential sweetie, or just friends? We have some love-themed wines for you! Flowers, RoseRock, Loveblock, Saint-Amour, Castello di Ama… all of our wines will have a romantic twist. Select a bottle to share, and open a heart!
$20
Spring Wine Extravaganza
Plum Market @ 150 N. Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Please join us for our second annual Spring Wine Tasting Extravaganza with over 40 premium selections from around the world, with a focus on the best dry roses, fresh white and subtle reds to welcome the warmer weather. Be ready to taste through a gorgeous array of the brand new 2018 roses from around the world, high quality white wines from the Old and the New Worlds, and refreshing yet complex grower’s Champagne. Light snacks will be provided...
$40
Blind Tasting Fun
Plum Market @ 1233 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
It’s almost back to school time, so let’s dust off our practice, knowledge and intuition! Just for fun, we’ll put out an assortment of beautiful red and white wines, concealing their identities, and see who can deduce their type or grape variety. The wines will be very expressive examples and we’ll provide plenty of clues, with descriptions of what is typical of the wines being poured. It’ll be up to you to figure out which is which!...
$20
The Enduring Icons Of Vineyard Brands
Plum Market @ 1233 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Vineyard Brands was founded in 1971 by the late and legendary Robert Haas who built a portfolio of more than 75 wineries from around the world. In 1989, Jean-Pierre Perrin and François Perrin of Château de Beaucastel in Châteauneuf-du-Pape collaborated with Haas, their US importer, to establish Tablas Creek Vineyard on California's Central Coast, west of Paso Robles. We’ll try wines from an international selection of great producers, including...
$20
Burgundy – We Love It!
We seek it! We pine for it! We wish we could afford more of it! Well, your Plum Market wine team is here to help. Come join us to sample red, white and sparkling iterations from this most inspiring region of wine lovers’ dreams. Ever on the lookout for wines that deliver the thrill we all hope for, and just in time for year-end celebrations, we’ll open some goodies for you to bring to the party! Chablis and Chassagne-Montrachet, Gevrey-Chambertin...
World of Wine: A Tasting Series
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Join us for an informative and indulgent journey through the world of wine, where you'll explore unique grapes, emerging regions, and groundbreaking techniques. Led by Advanced Sommelier Mary Ross, this tasting series is perfect for wine enthusiasts of all levels, offering a solid foundation for beginners and insider tips for seasoned aficionados. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your wine knowledge and taste eight hand-crafted wines in each session.
Spanish Wine and Tapas Pairing
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Enjoying wine with food is one of our favorite pastimes, but understanding how to unite the two can be a challenge. We're going to take the guesswork out of pairing wine with food in this special demonstration class featuring Spanish wines and tapas, so you can wow your guests at your next dinner party. From bright, bubbly Cava to spicy Rosado and silky Rioja, you’ll experience how Spanish wine offers unique, delicious flavors especially...
$166.75
Unlock the Secrets of Wine
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Learn tasting techniques used by wine pro's to get the most enjoyment from every sip. This is a unique opportunity to explore each of wine's primary styles along with Advanced Sommelier Mary Ross, revealing the wine's face, nose, palate and finish as we go. We'll also practice wine vocabulary that you, your sommelier and wine merchant can understand and discuss wine and food pairing. While this seminar is a step up from the basics (see “How...
$109.25
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