- All classes will take place in the seminar room at Marketview Liquor
- Each class holds a maximum of 32 people(unless stated)
- Reservations are required (for free and paid events)
- All reservations must be made through the links below
Spring 2025
International Sauvignon Blanc Day!
There is no way we are missing this one! And the timing couldn’t be any better. “Crisp, elegant, and fresh” are the common descriptors for this delicious white. It is the quintessential spring and summer wine, and we will be traveling the world to try its many different styles. From its homeland in the Loire Valley of France to the west coast of the United States to the southern tip of Africa, we’ll taste a variety of wines that are mouthwatering and ideal for this time of year. And of course, New Zealand will be there to show off the wine that is their true rock star. You are sure to find some new favorites here.
Friday, May 2nd 6pm-7:30pm
A seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301045144049?aff=oddtdtcreator
Beautiful Beaujolais
Associations with autumn always surround this French red wine since the famous “Beaujolais Nouveau” release is always in November. But there is so much more to the wines of Beaujolais than just that. We’ll visit the other three steps of the Beaujolais ladder in this class – Beaujolais, Beaujolais-Villages, and Beaujolais Cru. The gamay grape can reach incredible heights when grown in vineyards that lie in the best real estate of the region. The best examples are often compared to the red Burgundy wines made from pinot noir that grow just to the north. Join us for a sampling of the most overlooked gems in all of Europe. Accompanied by some French treats, bien sûr!
Thursday, May 8th 6pm – 7:30pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301074020419?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Wines of Eastern Europe
The countries of Eastern Europe have some of the oldest winemaking traditions in the world. However, these wines can be very hard to find on American wine shelves. One reason for that is the lack of exports, and also the difficulty of reading the labels. But these relatively unknown wines can be extremely diverse and amazingly delicious. Tonight, we’ll take a little tour of some of the major wine regions within
Wednesday, May 14th 6pm – 7:30pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301122074149?aff=oddtdtcreator
Name That Grape!
The Sommelier game is back! What the heck does “sommelier” mean anyway? And more importantly, does anyone really know how to correctly pronounce it? Well, there is a little sommelier in every one of us. It is only a matter of coaxing it out! Now is your chance. We will taste through a line up of blind wines (poured so you cannot see the label), and follow the famous “sommelier deductive” to decide what the wine could be. You’ll learn how to evaluate a wine by its acidity, fruit, tannin and finish. It will give you a chance to exercise your senses of smell and taste, and learn how to taste wine like a Pro!
Tuesday, May 20th 6pm – 7:30pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301238201489?aff=oddtdtcreator
Spritz Up Your Cocktail
Italy has always been known for their Italian Spritz made with prosecco and your favorite aperitivo, but we are here to kick it up a notch and put a spin on one of the most served sparkling drinks sold around the globe. Join us for a guided evening of mixology that sparkles. Bubbles are always on our mind when it comes to celebrating, but we say celebrate every day by adding your favorite sparkling to your favorite cocktail. Featured wines will include Mionetto Prosecco Brut, Mionetto ONE, Segura Viudas Cava Brut along with everyone’s #1 worldwide most popped bubbly Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut. Together we will learn and teach you how to make the perfect summer drink while exploring sparkling varietals from Veneto Italy and Catalonia Spain.
Wednesday, May 28th 5:30pm – 7:00pm
A Seminar with Alyssa Deckman, Freixenet Mionetto Western NY manager- $20
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1321510265779?aff=oddtdtcreator
A Taste of Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc (pronounced SHEN-ihn blahnk), originated in the Loire Valley of France, a region that lies in the more northern part of the country where the climate is slightly cooler. It tends to like the same climates as sauvignon blanc, but is entirely its own style of wine. And that style can come in many varieties. Whereas most wines are either dry or sweet, Chenin Blanc comes in just about every attire imaginable. Very much like our local Finger Lakes Rieslings, you can find it in sparkling (crémant), dry (sec), semi-dry (demi-sec), and dessert wine sweet (moelleux) versions. It is all about where the vine is being grown, and when the grapes are picked. Extremely versatile with food, you’ll want to stock up on this one for the summer!
Wednesday, June 4th 6pm – 7:30pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301242073069?aff=oddtdtcreator
Rosé All Day
It’s time for the annual ode to pink! The weather should be just right, outdoor dining will be in full swing, and there is a sea of thirst-quenching Rosé wine out there. Just wait until you see the collection of 2024 Rosés that have hit the Marketview shelves! It’s going to be a stellar year. How can you resist a wine that carries color descriptors like coral, orchid, salmon, peach, fuchsia, sunrise, primrose, blush, carnation, watermelon and cotton candy. Not to mention flavor descriptors like raspberry, strawberry, brambleberry, cherry, blood orange, honeydew, ruby grapefruit, lemon zest, flower blossom, hibiscus and mint. Yes way, Rosé.
Friday, June 13th 6pm – 7:30pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301247619659?aff=oddtdtcreator
Red Blends for Grilling Season
Tis the season for hamburgers, hot dogs, Italian sausage and kabobs! But, you don’t have to be a meat eater to love barbecue season. There are so many foods that lend themselves to outdoor grilling – vegetables (zucchini, eggplant, corn, peppers, portabella mushrooms), fruits (pineapple, peaches), pizzas and a whole array of seafood from a clam bake to a cedar-planked salmon. The key is that savory smokiness that comes through in every bite of whatever has been on the fire. And we have some wonderful red wines that have the juiciness to tackle just about any summer cookout you have scheduled. And that includes the non-meat offerings as well! Join us as we taste through some of our favorite red blends.
Tuesday, June 17th 6pm – 7:30pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301260157159?aff=oddtdtcreator
Island Wines
If you haven’t managed to get yourself to a Mediterranean beachside resort yet this year, we have you covered. We will travel vicariously to taste some little-known grapes that are grown in places that are so far off the beaten path, you have to take a boat to get there. These unique grapes grow on the remote shores of mountainous islands – Sardinia, Sicily, Corsica and Santorini for example. Talk about terroir-driven. These vines are able to grow in extreme weather conditions (like volcano eruptions and severe ocean winds). But all of that hard work to survive results in some pretty cool stuff for us to drink. Expect whites and reds!
Wednesday, June 25th 6pm – 7:30pm
A Seminar with Holly – $45
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1301318341189?aff=oddtdtcreator