Wines of Tuscany
Where: Hilton Rye Town Hotel
699 Westchester Avenue, Rye Brook
When: Tuesday, February 3; 7:30pm to 9:30pm
What: Learn all about the wines of Tuscany, as well as food pairings, while sampling eight wines from the region.
Cost: $85 per person
Contact: 914-478-5197
Website: westchesterwineschool.com
Singles Valentine’s Dinner
Where: Opus 465
465 Main Street, Armonk
When: Saturday, February 14; 6:45pm
What: Start with the social hour at 6:45–then move on to a three-course dinner of American cuisine–paired with wine–with live music kicking it at 8:30.
Cost: $66 per person
Contact: 914-600-4267
Website: singlegourmet-metrony.com
Superstars of Argentina
Where: Millesima USA
34 Main St, Dobbs Ferry
When: Friday, February 20; 6:45pm
What: Learn about Argentinian wines, and how the climate of the region makes way for unique flavors. Taste an organic Torrontes from Cafayate, a Malbec from Patagonia in the south, and blends from Mendoza, the main fine wine region.
Cost: $20 per person; $35 for two
Contact: 914-591-4300
Website: millesima-usa.com
Red Burgundy
Where: Zachys Wines
16 East Parkway, Scarsdale
When: Saturday, February 21; 12:00pm – 4:00pm
What: David Bowler Wines will uncork many cru Beaujolais from artisanal growers (Domaine du Vissoux and Gregory Barbet) and other fine vineyards in the region. Taste new arrival 2006 Burgs alongside key 2005s from Côte d’Or. The tasting will include wines from Jean Tardy, Domaine des Croix, and Gilles Jourdan.
Cost: FREE
Contact: 914-874-8041
Website: zachys.com
New York Wine Expo
Where: Jacob K. Javits Center
655 West 34th Street, New York
When: Friday, February 27; 6:00pm – 10:00pm
What: Hop on the Metro-North to catch this event, now in its second year. Sample wines from 170 different wineries, from European varietals to those made right here in the States. Chat with the winemakers themselves, and sign up for some informative seminars.
Cost: $75 in advance
Contact: 1-800-544-1660
Website: http://www.wine-expos.com/Wine/NY/
Elegant Singles Dinner
Where: The Willett House
20 Willett Ave, Port Chester
When: Sunday, March 1; 5:30pm
What: The Single Gourmet – Metro NY does it yet again – this time at the WIllet House. The evening begins with a social, then moves on to dinner. Price includes a three-course meal and wine at one of the premier steakhouses in the county. Vegetarian options available.
Cost: $76
Contact: 914-600-4267
Website: http://www.singlegourmet-metrony.com/