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April 2004 Wine Events    
Chicago Wine School "Classic vs Iconoclastic" 1-night seminar
When: Apr 02, 2004 (Fri)
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 PM
Cost: $60
Phone: 312-266-9463
Email:
 
Where: 2001 S Halsted St
 
We will pair off wines of the same grape variety from the "Old World" (Europe) against the "New World" (US, OZ, New Zealand, etc.) for a great look at how macroclimate and styles can affect wines....

Easter Parade of Wines
When: Apr 03, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: $10
Phone: 630-717-0100
Email:
 
Where: 790 Royal St George, Naperville, 60540
 
More than 40 wines selected to complement your holiday meal. Sample wines with ham, turkey and many other specialties from our Gourmet Grocery. $10 per person. Proceeds will benefit the Naperville Humane Society. ...

Big Fat Greek Tasting at Binny's in Schaumburg
When: Apr 03, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 12:00-4:00pm
Cost: free
Phone: 847-882-6000
Email:
 
Where: 323 W Golf Rd, 60195
 
Sample more than 20 selections from Greece and the Greek islands. Taste selections from Skouras, Boutari and others in the wine odyssey. ...

World Stout Tasting
When: Apr 03, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 3 pm
Cost: $25
Phone: 630-836-1380
Email:
 
Where: 28256 Diehl Rd., Warrenville, IL, 60555
 
Join the brewers of Rock Bottom Warrenville Saturday-April 3rd @ 3 p.m. for a tasting of stouts from around the world. Barnaby & Ben will lead a sensory evaluation of 10 stouts from breweries around the world including Rock Bottom Warrenville’s very own Terminal Stout. The cost of this event is 25 US dollars and includes: *...

Sam's- Spirits Night
When: Apr 06, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Cost: $35
Phone: 800-777-9137
Email:
 
Where: Sam's Wines & Spirits, 60614
 
Get spirited about liquers, rums, vodkas, and whiskeys from around the world....

Binny's Whiskyfest
When: Apr 06, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 5:30-8:30pm
Cost:
Phone: (773)935-9400
Email:
 
Where: 3000 N Clark, 60057
 
Our annual prelude to the Malt Advocate's Whiskyfest Chicago, this is an upstairs meet & greet featuring many of the industry icons who will be appearing at Whiskyfest Chicago the next night....

Wine Tasting with Wine Maker Rudy Marchesi from Montinore Estates
When: Apr 08, 2004 (Thu)
Time: 6pm-9pm
Cost: Open to the public
Phone: 708-364-9463
Email:
 
Where: The Twisted Vine, 15840 Wolf Road Orland Park, 60467
 
Wine Maker, Rudy Marchesi will be tasting and educating customers on Montinore Estate Wines from Oregon. ...

Chicago Wine School "The REAL Chablis"
When: Apr 09, 2004 (Fri)
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 PM
Cost: $60
Phone: 312-266-9463
Email:
 
Where: 2001 S Halsted St
 
Try the original Chablis, the one for which the others are named. Here is Chardonnay in its cool-climate, prisitine sleekness and verve. From Petit to Grand Cru, we'll cover the range....

The BIN 36 Wine Series: Part One
When: Apr 13, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 4 pm
Cost: $136/all inclusive
Phone: 847.808.WINE (9463)
Email:
 
Where: BIN 36 Lincolnshire  275 Parkway Drive in City Park  Lincolnshire IL, 60069
 
The BIN 36 Wine Series This three-part class will help get you in touch with the wine lover inside. Beginning with WINE 101, the classes will provide an in-depth orientation to the world of wine. At the final session, there will be an hour long food and wine pairing discussion followed by a special 3 course dinner. $136/al...

BIN school: Wine Basics 101 - Getting Friendly with Your Bottle
When: Apr 13, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $36.00
Phone: 312.755.WINE (9463)
Email:
 
Where: BIN 36 Chicago  339 North Dearborn at Marina City  Chicago IL, 60610
 
Tuesday, April 13, 6:30 pm BIN School:Wine Basics 101 - Getting Friendly with Your Bottle. An introductory class demystifying some common wine misconceptions and covering the basics of wine: what wine is & how it’s made; how to ‘taste’ wine rather than ‘drink’ it; basic information on wine varietals; even how to decipher a...

Sam's- Matching Food and Wine
When: Apr 14, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 6:30pm- 8pm
Cost: $25
Phone: 800-777-9137
Email:
 
Where: Sam's Wines & Spirits, 60614
 
We'll see not only how the "style" of a wine, more than a particular grape type, tends to make it a better match with certain foods, but also how to tweak foods into wine-friendly dishes....

Open House with Michael Martini at Binny's on Grand
When: Apr 14, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 4:30-7:00pm
Cost: free
Phone: 312-332-0012
Email:
 
Where: 213 W Grand Ave, 60610
 
Founded in 1933 by enterprising vintner Louis M. Martini, the Martini family legacy is one of pioneering innovation. Winemaker since 1977, Michael Martini brought his own individual style to the wines of Louis M. Martini and introduced new wines, such as the now-famous Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon and the highly regarded ...

Second Wednesday Wine Tasting: The Art of Chocolate
When: Apr 14, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Cost: $36
Phone: 312-755-WINE (9463)
Email:
 
Where: BIN 36 Chicago  339 North Dearborn at Marina City  Chicago IL, 60610
 
Wednesday, April 14: Second Wednesday Wine Tasting: The Art of Chocolate. This is a special 2nd Wednesday WineTasting! Join some of Chicago’s top pastry chefs at this extraordinary walk-around wine tasting as they showcase one of our favorite foods—chocolate!!! $10 from each admission price will be donated to Youth Outreac...

Sultry Wines from South of the Equator
When: Apr 15, 2004 (Thu)
Time: 7:00pm
Cost: $35.00 per person
Phone: 847-215-1931
Email:
 
Where: French Cooking School, Wheeling, 60090
 
You've finally mailed off your tax returns and now its time to unwind and indulge in both red and white wines from Chile, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand...Our tastings feature six outstanding wines perfectly paired with the food stylings of chef's Patrick and Michel, formerly of La Francais Restaurant. Join us for ...

Educational Wine Series Seminars: A Journey Through Tuscany
When: Apr 15, 2004 (Thu)
Time: 7:00 pm: Hors d'Oeuvres Reception - 7:30 pm: Seminar & Tasting
Cost: $40.00 per person
Phone: 630-654-0988
Email:
 
Where: Renaissance Oak Brook Hotel, 60514
 
Educational Wine Series Seminars: A comprehensive tasting and educational forum on wineRenaissance Oak Brook Hotel. "A Journey Through Tuscany" - Thursday, April 15th 7:00 pm: Hors d'Oeuvres Reception (7:30 pm: Seminar & TastingThe Italian wine of Robert Mondavi and Marchese de Frescobaldi.  Join special guest Marchese Ferd...

Chicago Wine School "France's Finest Reds" 1-night seminar
When: Apr 16, 2004 (Fri)
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 PM
Cost: $65
Phone: 312-266-9463
Email:
 
Where: 2001 S Halsted St
 
Burgundy, Bordeaux, northern & southern Rhone, Provence, Languedoc, Roussillon and others: we'll try the magnificent dry red wines from all these areas....

Spring Tasting - Binny's in Desplaines
When: Apr 17, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 1:00-5:00pm
Cost:
Phone: (847)956-1000
Email:
 
Where: 767 W Golf Rd, Desplaines, 60016
 
Get a sneak peek at some refreshing whites and soft, fruity reds to kick off the spring and to enjoy throughout the dog days of summer! ...

Spring Tasting at Binny's in DesPlaines
When: Apr 17, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 1:00-5:00pm
Cost: free
Phone: 847-956-1000
Email:
 
Where: 767 W Gold Rd
 
Get a sneak peek at some refreshing whites and soft, fruity reds to kick off the spring and to enjoy throughout the dog days of summer!...

The Wines of Spain
When: Apr 17, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: $5
Phone: 847-831-5400
Email:
 
Where: 153 Skokie Valley Hwy, Highland Park, 60035
 
Discover old and new world wines of Spain. Join us to sample wines from traditional areas such as Rioja and Priorat to upcoming regions like Jumilla and Tarragona. Something for everyone from the value wines to the outstanding classics. $5/person...

Wine Tasting @ Wine Compliments of Edison Park
When: Apr 17, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 02:00pm - 08:00pm
Cost: Free
Phone: 773-775-1100
Email:
 
Where: 6716 N. Northwest highway, Edison Park, Chicago, 60631
 
We will be featuring some great wines for the outdoors. Refreshing whites, great reds for the BBQ & Fruit wine from a local winery in Roselle, Lynfred Winery ...

Cafe Buonaro's 1st Wine Dinner
When: Apr 18, 2004 (Sun)
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $80.00 all-inclusive
Phone: 630-717-0006
Email:
 
Where: 300 E 5th Ave. Naperville Illinois, 60563
 
Cafe Buonaro's is pleased to host it's first wine dinner. The evening will include a wonderful five course meal designed to compliment the wines of Sterling Vineyards and Frescobaldi. Cost for the dinner is $80.00 all-inclusive. Reservations are required, and can be made by calling Cafe Buonaro's at 630-717-0006....

Wine 102 - Wine Speak: Learning How to Taste and Talk About Wine
When: Apr 18, 2004 (Sun)
Time: 4pm
Cost: $36
Phone: 312.755.WINE (9463)
Email:
 
Where: BIN 36 Chicago  339 North Dearborn at Marina City  Chicago IL, 60610
 
Sunday, April 18, 4 pm BIN School: Wine 102 - Wine Speak: Learning How to Taste and Talk About Wine. Round and Luscious? Lean and Austere? This class will help to define the language used to describe wine. And, since we want to make sure this is experience based learning, you will have an opportunity to taste the lingo, t...

Chicago Wine School "Alsatian Winemakers" 1-night seminar
When: Apr 19, 2004 (Mon)
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 PM
Cost: $55
Phone: 312-266-9463
Email:
 
Where: 2001 S Halsted St
 
Some of Alsace's finest winemakers will be in town and we have "captured" a few. They will talk about their wines and taste them with us for this one-of-a-kind event....

Staff Selection Night at Binny's in Niles
When: Apr 19, 2004 (Mon)
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $5
Phone: 847-966-2300
Email:
 
Where: 8935 N Milwaukee Ave, 60714
 
We're pouring our favorites, old and new, and looking forward to you comparing wines selected by each of our wine consultants. Many regions and styles will be represented so there will be something for everyone. Cost: $5.00 to be credited towards purchases the night of the event. ...

Sam's- Italy's South
When: Apr 21, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 6:30pm to 8pm
Cost: $25
Phone: 800-777-9137
Email:
 
Where: Sam's Wines & Spirits, 60614
 
Much of the action in Italian winemaking is happening in the southern half of the country. We'll taste & learn about several of these wines & the foods that match them best....

The Chopping Block: Italian Food and Wine Pairing
When: Apr 21, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 7:00 to 9:30 pm
Cost: $75
Phone: 773.472.6700
Email:
 
Where: 1324 West Webster Ave, 60614
 
Five tasting courses of traditional cuisine paired with five different wines from Italy. Discuss the marriage of food and wine and live "la dolce vita"....

Bin 36 Wine School: Wine Basics 101 - Getting Friendly with Your Bottle
When: Apr 22, 2004 (Thu)
Time: 7 - 9 pm
Cost: $36
Phone: 847.808.WINE (9463)
Email:
 
Where: BIN 36 Lincolnshire  275 Parkway Drive in City Park  Lincolnshire IL, 60069
 
Thursday April 22nd at 7-9 pm. BIN School: Wine Basics 101 - Getting Friendly with Your Bottle. An introductory class demystifying some common wine misconceptions and covering the basics of wine: what wine is & how it’s made; how to ‘taste’ wine rather than ‘drink’ it; basic information on wine varietals; even how to deci...

Wines of The World
When: Apr 23, 2004 (Fri)
Time: 6 pm - 9 pm
Cost: $50.00
Phone: 773.388.0942
Email:
 
Where: 3530 N Halsted Street, 60657
 
Come join us to taste over 12 wines from around the world! The Gourmet Grape has teamed up with the Cabrini Connections, Tutor/Mentor Connection for this enjoyable event to benefit the after school tutor/mentor program. Your contribution will help make the difference in the lives of hundreds of inner-city children. A port...

The Chopping Block: Free Wine and Cheese Pairing
When: Apr 23, 2004 (Fri)
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 pm
Cost: Free
Phone: 773.472.6700
Email:
 
Where: 4747 North Lincoln Avenue, 60625
 
Taste a selection of artisan cheeses from the Cheese Stands Alone and wines from our food-friendly collection that compliment them....

A Taste of Spain at Binny's in Naperville
When: Apr 24, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: $10
Phone: 630-717-0100
Email:
 
Where: 790 Royal St George, Naperville, 60540
 
Join us to sample more than 30 wines from such regions as Rioja, Ribera del Duero, and Rueda. Specialties from our Gourmet Grocery will complement the selection. $10 per person. Proceeds to benefit the Naperville Humane Society. ...

A Taste of Spain - Wine and Cheese at Binny's in Naperville
When: Apr 24, 2004 (Sat)
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: $10 per person
Phone: 630-717-0100
Email:
 
Where: 790 Royal St George, Naperville
 
Join us to sample more than 30 wines from such regions as Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rueda and Rias Baixas with special guest Alejandra Sanchez, Export Director of Condes de Albarei. Spanish regional cheeses and specialties from our Gourmet Grocery will complement the selection. $10 per person. Proceeds to benefit the Napervi...

Silver Oak Dinner At Le Titi de Paris Restaurant
When: Apr 25, 2004 (Sun)
Time: 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Cost: $110.00 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Phone: Tom or Lori 815-678-2500
Email:
 
Where: Le Titi de Paris
 
Enjoy a spectacular evening at Le Titi de Paris, with a five-course dinner especially prepared by proprietor and Chef Pierre Pollin along with a special selection of Silver Oak wines, the 1993 and 1999 Alexander Cabernet’s and 1998, 1999 Napa Cabernet’s. Through out the evening we will taste 20 exceptional wine selections. ...

Port Edward Restaurant hosts Lynfred Wine Tasting dinner
When: Apr 26, 2004 (Mon)
Time: 6:30 reception
Cost: $75.00
Phone: 847-658-5441
Email:
 
Where: 20 W. ALgonquin Rd., Algonquin, Il. 60102
 
Call 847-658-5441 for reservations. Credit card number required...

BIN School: Food and Wine Synergy
When: Apr 26, 2004 (Mon)
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $50
Phone: 312.755.WINE (9463)
Email:
 
Where: BIN 36 Chicago  339 North Dearborn at Marina City  Chicago IL, 60610
 
Monday - April 26th at 6:30 pm. BIN School Food and Wine Synergy. Red wine with fish? Riesling and Asian food? What does it all mean? Participate in an hour-long explanation of food and wine synergy followed by a special 3-course dinner -- paired with appropriate wines, of course! $50 per person. BIN 36 Chicago - For res...

Sam's- C'est la Vie!
When: Apr 27, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 6:30pm to 8pm
Cost: $25
Phone: 800-777-9137
Email:
 
Where: Sam's Wines & Spirits, 60614
 
We will explore the wonder of French wine & cheese, showing you why France is considered the consummate experience. We will visit the range of tastes and textures, exploring the many regions of France's fertile countryside....

BIN School: The BIN 36 Wine Series: Part 2
When: Apr 27, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 4 pm
Cost: $136/all inclusive
Phone: 847.808.WINE (9463)
Email:
 
Where: BIN 36 Lincolnshire  275 Parkway Drive in City Park  Lincolnshire IL, 60069
 
Tuesdays, Beginning April 13:BIN School:The BIN 36 Wine Series This three-part class will help get you in touch with the wine lover inside. Beginning with WINE 101, the classes will provide an in-depth orientation to the world of wine. At the final session, there will be an hour long food and wine pairing discussion follow...

Wildfire hosts a remarkable wine dinner event with Geyser Peak Winery
When: Apr 27, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 6:30pm reception 7:00pm dinner
Cost: $95.00
Phone: 773-398-6960
Email:
 
Where: 159 W. Erie, 60610
 
Wildfire will be hosting a rare and special wine dinner event with Geyser Peak Winery. The CEO of Geyser Peak, Daryl Groom, will be making his first and last guest speaker appearance at Wildfire. He has been retired from speaking at wine dinners for quite some time but has graciously agreed to speak at the Wildfire wine din...

Italian Wine Dinner - Highwood
When: Apr 27, 2004 (Tue)
Time: 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Cost: $125 per person, all inclusive
Phone: Reservations 847.433.0031
Email:
 
Where: Gabriel’s Restaurant
 
Gabriel’s Restaurant continues its popular Wine Dinner series this month with an evening of Italian wines paired with a five-course dinner featuring Executive Chef/Owner Gabriel Viti’s award-winning French/Italian cuisine. The featured wines, a thoughtful selection of Italian whites, reds, and sparkling varieties, will incl...

Meet Geyser Peak Winemaker Darryl Groom - Binny's on Clark
When: Apr 28, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $20 per person
Phone: (773)935-9400
Email:
 
Where: 3000 N Clark, 60657
 
Barossa meets Sonoma as Darryl Groom shows why Geyser Peak is leading the charge of world class wines from Sonoma County. Featuring Geyser Peak Reserves, Block Collection gems, and barrel samples of what the future holds....

Spiaggia Presents “The Evolution Event” With Wine & Spirits Magazine
When: Apr 28, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $50
Phone: 312-280-2755
Email:
 
Where: Spiaggia, 980 Michigan Avenue, Level 3, 60611
 
Event commemorates 20 years of excellence in wine at SpiaggiaOn Wednesday, April 28 Spiaggia is pleased to present The Evolution Event in conjunction with Wine & Spirits magazine. The affair, which continues Spiaggia’s 20th anniversary platinum celebration, will feature Sommelier Henry Bishop III and Wine & Spirits Managing...

Meet Winemaker Darryl Groom at Binny's Ivanhoe Castle
When: Apr 28, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $20 per person.
Phone: 773-935-9400
Email:
 
Where: 3000 N Clark
 
Barossa meets Sonoma as Darryl Groom shows why Geyser Peak is leading the charge of world class wines from Sonoma County. Featuring Geyser Peak Reserves, Block Collection gems, and barrel samples of what the future holds....

Freemark Abbey Wine Dinner
When: Apr 28, 2004 (Wed)
Time: 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Cost: $130 all inclusive
Phone: 800.963.9698 ext 235
Email:
 
Where: Naha Restaurant
 
Enjoy a sumptuous five course feast paired with an extraordinary selection of six of Freemark Abbey's finest wines. What a fantastic opportunity to enjoy some of the finest wines the Napa Valley has to offer paired with some of Chicago's best cuisine. A night not to be missed! $130 is all inclusive of food, wine and grat...

Geyser Peak Winery Reserve Challenge
When: Apr 29, 2004 (Thu)
Time: Reception 6:30 / Tasting 7:00 / Dinner 8:00
Cost: $45 tasting / $70 dinner / $100 both tasting & dinner
Phone: 630-654-0988
Email:
 
Where: Renaissance Oak Brook Hotel, 60514
 
Thursday, April 29th - GEYSER PEAK WINERY RESERVE CHALLENGE at the Renaissance Oak Brook Hotel. Reception 6:30 P.M. Tasting 7:00 P.M.    Dinner  8:00 P.M.The Geyser Peak Reserve Challenge showcases the Reserve wines of Geyser Peak against some of the world's top producers of Cabernet Sauvignon based in a blind tasting. This...

The Chopping Block: Wine and Food Dynamics
When: Apr 29, 2004 (Thu)
Time: 7:00 to 9:30 pm
Cost: $60
Phone: 773.472.6700
Email:
 
Where: 1324 W. Webster Avenue, 60614
 
Learn by tasting how wine and food interact. We will explore classic pairings like champagne and caviar and discuss why they work and how to pair wines with problem foods like spicy and Asian dishes....

Lynfred Winery Dinner @ L’anne
When: Apr 29, 2004 (Thu)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cost: $85.00
Phone: 630-260-1234
Email:
 
Where: , 60187
 
Join Lynfred Winery and its President / CEO, Fred Koehler,at L’Anne in Wheaton for a tantalizing 5 course menu of French -Asian delicacies! This exquisite evening, which includes wine pairings from Illinois' largest winery, will leave you enchanted....

American Beauties
When: Apr 30, 2004 (Fri)
Time: 8:30pm
Cost: 35.00 per person
Phone: 773-871-8888
Email:
 
Where: Que Syrah Fine Wines- 3726 N Southport, 60613
 
Friday Night Madness at Que Syrah Fine Wines continues with "American Beauties"-an exploration of up-and-coming,lesser known producers from California. As usual the seminar is in the shop and starts at 8:30 pm. Matching American artisinal cheeses will be provided, as well as significant discounting if you wish to shop afte...

The Chopping Block: Wine and Food Dynamics
When: Apr 30, 2004 (Fri)
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Cost: $60
Phone: 773.472.6700
Email:
 
Where: 4747 North Lincoln Avenue, 60625
 
Learn by tasting how wine and food interact. We will explore classic pairings like champagne and caviar and discuss why they work and how to pair wines with problem foods like spicy and Asian dishes....



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