Sippers!
Holly cow it is January 2020! How did that happen? Wasn’t it just 2000 a moment ago? Twenty years…..how we have changed. (I have more gray hair…)
I’m looking forward to 2020 we have such goodness coming down the road….
Firstly, I am thrilled to share that we will have a lot of new and exciting additions to the school this year - from teachers, to series, to industry visitors!
You'll see some new and familiar faces teaching classes, as well as new certification courses. We've added many new classes and series, including two food and wine series that are sure surprise us all. Mike and I will continue our collaborations with the Osher program at Pitt and the adult learning program in Fox Chapel. We will be back in March to sip unusual varieties at the Cabaret Theater. Then, in October, we'll be joining our dear friend and travel companion Marco from NicheItaly yet again - this time for an amazing excursion to Sicily! If that isn’t enough, we will have a slew of guest wine folks coming through to give us deeper insight to their properties and wines.
Dreadnought Wines will see more Portuguese wines, a new Champagne selection and a more regular selection of off beat whiskey offerings as our portfolio continues to grow.
Soiree Partners, our logistics company, will see expansion by helping other folks move their restaurant orders throughout the state. We are always looking for new caterers and event planners to work with for retails expansion also. Having a party and need wine, beer and liquor delivered? Call us… because that is what we do!!
Lauren, the friendly voice who answers the phone here and person that you see when coming into the store, will have a renewed focus on promoting gifts of all kinds. Lauren has spent her first year here learning the ins and outs of what we do and the insane amount of paperwork involved. Now she gets to use her skills and degree in marketing to let all of you know the great offerings we have for year round personal and corporate gift giving. Look for some smashing new ideas!!
Last but not least we have wine dinners coming. We are working on the details, so stay tuned……
Keep warm throughout this month ,and the rest of winter, and remember the days are getting longer :)
Cheers to an amazing year,
Deb
2020 INSTRUCTORS
2020 NEW SERIES
January 2020 Classes
First & Third Casual Friday Fri. Jan 3, 2020 5:30pm - 7:30pm Palate Partners First & Third Casual Fridays are the perfect way to kick off your Friday night. Enjoy a sampling of six wines, some bread & cheese from our beloved Pennsylvania Macaroni Company, and a mini-lesson from one of our amazing wine experts. Get Tickets Now
Climate Change and Wine Tue. Jan 7, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm $45.00 per person We're kicking off 2020 with what is sure to be one of our most fascinating classes ever - Climate Change & Wine! In this class led by Certified Sommelier, Adam Konerzer you’ll sip examples of wines directly impacted by climate change as you learn! Get Tickets Now - 10 seats remaining!
Via Italia! Veneto Thu. Jan 9, 2020 6:00pm - 8:30pm We kick off Via Italia 2020 with one of Italy’s most famous regions, the home of its signature sparkler, Prosecco: the Veneto! SOLD OUT!
Roots in the USA: Italy Tue. Jan 14, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm $45.00 per person Explore various grape varaieties that were brought from the old world and cultivated here in the United States. This class will focus on grapes from Italy including Sanigovese, Pinot Grigio, and more! Led by NEW instructor Belinda Alvarez! Get Tickets Now
The Grape Race Thu. Jan 16, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm $45.00 per person Sometimes it's easy to fall into a rut and stick to what you already know, but if you're up for a challenge while expanding your mind and palate, The Grape Race is for you! In this class series, we'll be trying as many grapes as possible from that list of 10,000, and we'll give you a handy grape variety check list to chronicle your progress. Get Tickets Now
First & Third Casual Friday Fri. Jan 17, 2020 5:30pm - 7:30pm $12.00 per person Palate Partners First & Third Casual Fridays are the perfect way to kick off your Friday night. Enjoy a sampling of six wines, some bread & cheese from our beloved Pennsylvania Macaroni Company, and a mini-lesson from one of our amazing wine experts. Get Tickets Now or pay at the door!
Vino & Vinyasa Sun. Jan 19, 2020 10:00am - 12:00pm $25.00 per person It's Back! Recenter yourself with a restorative yoga practice, followed by snacks and a mini wine class with our very own flexible oenophile, Deb Mortillaro. Certified yoga instructor Kristen Lane will lead this class to detoxify your body and spirit, reduce tension, and release stress from your soul. Get Tickets Now
Bitter & Infusion Workshop Wed. Jan 22, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm $50.00 per person Come ready to taste and get hands on in this homemade cocktail bitters class. Spirits Expert Carrie Clayton will lead you through flavor profiles and functions of ingredients both common and obscure, where to source them, and how to use them. Everyone will leave with a batch of bitters made in class, recipe cards, and everything you need to know to continue getting creative with flavors at home. Get Tickets Now
A Pinot Noir Celebration from South Africa Fri. Jan 24, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm $45 per person January 24 – 26 is a special time in South Africa as they celebrate their Pinot Noir. We have invited Alyssa and Ian Wolf of Red Wolf Imports, the importers of some of our SA wines to join us and take us through their delicious wines! Adam will join us remotely from South Africa! Get Tickets Now
Wine & Cheese: Cheddar Thu. Jan 30, 2020 6:00pm - 8:00pm $50.00 per person In the first class of our all-new Wine & Cheese pairing series we will be biting into one of the worlds most popular cheeses - Cheddar! There will be a variety of cheddar cheese to explore as we learn about the history of cheddar and what wines pair best! Get Tickets Now - 2 seats remaining!
Whiskey 101: Intro to Whiskies Fri. Jan 31, 2020 6:00pm - 8:30pm $60.00 per person Introducing our newest 101 course - Whiskey 101! Whether you're a whiskey newbie or a sipping pro, this class, led by Spirits Expert Carrie Clayton, is a great way to expand your palate as we taste our way through the history and science of whiskies and take home some stories and spirits of your own to share! Get Tickets Now
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