WINE INSTITUTE OF NEW ENGLAND
presents
Uncork Your Inner Wine Expert!
January 25, 2019
6:30-8:30 pm
Start the new year with our signature class that has been described as an entire wine course in just one class! Learn wine tasting techniques in a fun and nonintimidating atmosphere while trying several highly rated wines. We will also reveal some excellent tips that will have you sipping like a pro.
Wine Institute of New England
presents
A Perfectly Paired Event
Mushroom Farm to Table Wine Dinner
Saturday, October 6th, 2018
Chatfield Hollow Farm, Killingworth, CT
Cocktail reception begins at 5:30 pm
$145/person
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To view the event menu, click here: Mushrooms!
Wine Institute of New England
presents
Vino Bianco: The White Wines of Italy
Although often regarded as a red wine region, Italy produces an amazing variety of white wines worthy of exploring.
We will taste white wines from several regions throughout Italy, north to south.
Wine Institute of New England
presents
BIG Reds
Not for the timid, this class focuses on big reds from around the world. Compare red wines from both the Old and New Worlds, discover what is meant by “body,” learn just what makes a big wine big, and get great tips on pairing these serious sippers with food.
Tuesday, March 20, 2018 from 6:30-8:30
Wine Institute of New England
presents
Pairing Wine & Cheese
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
6:30 ~ 8:30 pm
in the Wine Cellar at
Wine Institute of New England
Learn to pair wine and cheese like a pro in two hours! We will be tasting a variety of spectacular cheeses and pairing them with equally splendid wines.
Wine Institute of New England
presents
Vino Bianco: The White Wines of Italy
Although often regarded as a red wine region, Italy produces an amazing variety of white wines worthy of exploring.
We will taste white wines from several regions throughout Italy, north to south.
WINE INSTITUTE OF NEW ENGLAND
presents
Uncork Your Inner Wine Expert!
January 16, 2018
6:30-8:30 pm
Start the new year with the class that has been described as an entire wine course in just one class! Learn wine tasting techniques in a fun and nonintimidating atmosphere while trying several highly rated wines. We will also reveal some excellent tips that will have you sipping like a pro.
Wine Institute of New England
presents
A Free Wine Tasting & Seminar
at
The Connecticut Wine Festival
at
The Goshen Fairgrounds
Saturday, July 22, 2017
at 2:00 pm
Wine Institute of New England
presents
Say Olé to Spain!
Tuesday, April 4th, 2017
7:00 ~ 9:00 pm
in the Wine Cellar at
Wine Institute of New England
Explore the splendor of sparkling, white and red Spanish wines region by region. We will cover several areas, including Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rias Baixas, and the Penedes.
Wine Institute of New England
presents
A New England Wine Dinner
with
Chef Daniel Chong-Jiménez
Join us for an unforgettable wine dinner focused on the wines and cuisine of New England. Chef Daniel will prepare a delectable 5-course meal based on seasonal native foods. Each course will be expertly paired with regional wines by WINE’s director, Renée Allen, and presented with food and wine pairing tips and techniques.
Saturday, April 11th
6:30 pm
The Crush Club
65 South Colony Road
Wallingford, CT
Menu subject to change based on availability.
Menu
Domestic Cheese, Nut & Fruit Display
paired with Hopkins Vineyard Gold Label Sparkling Wine
New England Cheddar Apricot Tartlet
paired with Sunset Meadow Vineyards Blustery Blend
Stonington Scallops on a Bed of Brussels Sprouts Sauerkraut topped with Red Pepper & Bacon Relish served with Mini Arugula Salad with Egg Crumble
paired with Sunset Meadow Vineyards Cayuga or St. Croix
Tenderloin of Beef with Twisted Connecticut Butter Emulsion Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower, Rosemary New Potatoes, Connecticut Butter Cabernet Emulsion
paired with Jones Winery Cabernet Franc
~ Study in Chocolate ~
Mini Lava Cake with Pana Cotta Quenelle & Sea Salt Caramel Chocolate Bark
Westford Hills Eau de Vie Chocolate Cherries
paired with Hopkins Vineyard Night Owl
$99.00/person
About the Chef
Chef Daniel won many awards and pleased many palates as the Executive Chef of the Norwich Inn & Spa for 11 years. One of his signature dishes made Connecticut Magazine’s 50 Dishes To Try Before You Die. In addition to his award winning cuisine and innovative approach to nourishment, Chef Daniel is well known for his entertaining hands-on cooking classes.
