Spain Inspired Events

MONDAY, AUGUST 23 2010

WEDNESDAY, JULY 14th 2010

Ade Internacional Excal, the trade agency of the Government of Castilla y León, Spain, wishes to cordially invite you to the 2010 Castilla y León Summer Wine Tasting. We will introduce and taste more than 20 wines from D.O.s such as Ribera del Duero, Bierzo, Toro, Rueda, Cigales or Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León; do not miss this great opportunity to meet new tastes and wineries looking for importers and distributors in the USA.

July 14th, 2010

Vinoteca Wine Bar & Bistro

1940 11th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20001
www.vinotecadc.com

5:00PM to 7.00PM - Trade Only.

7:00PM to 9:00PM - General Admission.

RSVP by email  at newyork@excal.es and by phone at 212 292 4248

Drink Ribera. Drink Spain. will be hosting hundreds of free retail store wine tastings all over the U.S. Join us as we open hundreds of wines to give you a chance to taste the power and elegance that defines Ribera del Duero’s wines.

Go to the link below to check the schedule and  stay updated on when and where these tastings are going to occur. The below calendar shows upcoming tasting event

http://www.drinkriberawine.com/2010/05/free-retail-store-wine-tastings/

WEDNESDAY, JUNE16 2010

Celebrate and sample over 150 of the best Spanish wine selections available on the US market, paired with scrumptious Spanish cuisine. Every major wine region will be represented, includgin such classics as Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Priorat and Sherry, and hot emerging regions like Toro, Bierzo, Jumilla and more.

6:30pm - 9:30pm, Wednesday, June 16, 2010

"Landmark on the Park"

Address: 160 Central Park West across from Central Park at West 76th Street

For further information call 212 567-5500.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9, 2010

Zengo Restaurant

Address: 622 Third Avenue at 40th Street

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Albariño, the cool white wine from red hot Spain, will make a splash in New York City this summer! an exceptional group of restaurants will offer don't-miss deals, wine pairings and tasting menus highlighting leading Albariño.

www.discoveralbarino.com

TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2010

 11:00 a.m - 12:30 p.m. seated seminar and tasting led by Michael Apstein, Award-winning Columnist and Wine Reviewer for WineReviewOnline.com

12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Walk-around tasting and presentation of wine producers

La Fonda del Sol
Address: 44th Street & Vanderbilt Avenue
New York City

Featuring: Bodega Marañones, Gosálbez Orti, S.L.,Solera Bodegas, Bodegas Tagonius, Señorío de Val Azul, Bodegas Nueva Valverde, Bodega Ecológica Luis Saavedra.

This tasting open exclusive to the beverage trade. Professional identification is required.
Reservations: Madridwinesrsvp@myoungcom.com
Inquiries: Leandra Palermo at 212-620-7027/ext 302 or lpalermo@myoungcom.com

If you are an importer/distributor and would like a private appointment with any of the featured wine producers for June 9 or 10, please contact: 212-221-5848
Email: nyoffice1@madridinternational.com

Thursday May 13, New York

THURSDAY, MAY 13, 2010

Grupo Peñín is proud to present its fourth annual showcase: New Values & Best Wines Peñin - Peñín Guide to Spanish Wines 2010-.

On Thursday, May 13, we invite you to savour the New Values of Spanish wine rated over 88 points together with the Best Wines, scored 92 points or more by the 2010 Peñín Guide.

Museum of Natural History

Address: Columbus Avenue at 79th Street, New York City

Tuesday May 4, 2010 Chicago

Thursday May 6, 2010 NYC

TUESDAY, MAY 4, 2010

CHICAGO WALK-AROUND TASTING

Address: The Ivy Room at the Tree Studios, 12 East Ohio Street, Chicago.

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

THURSDAY, MAY 6, 2010

NEW YORK GRAND TASTING

Address: The Puck Building, 295 Lafayette Street (At Houston), New York.

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday April 27, 2010 Houston

"DISCOVER THE TASTE OF SPAIN" SPANISH FOOD & GASTRONOMY WORKSHOP

TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 2010

THE TASTING ROOM IN UPTOWN PARK

Address: 1101 Uptown Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77056.

Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

BODEGAS OF RIBEIRO US LAUNCH AT JALEO DC

Come meet the top producers and taste dozens of wines from the Navarra D.O., one of Spain’s most exciting and diverse quality wine regions.

Lying between Rioja and Bordeaux, Navarra draws expertise and inspiration from both of these regions while retaining its own individual wine style. Known for wines produced from local grapes such as garnacha and tempranillo, including the best roses in the world, the region’s red and white wines have now burst onto the U.S. scene with exciting blends of local grapes and international varieties such as cabernet sauvignon and merlot.

September 9, 2009

The Palace Hotel,

2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco

2pm—5pm
 

PLEASE RSVP by Friday, August 21st, 2009 to:
events@balzac.com or by calling Catherine Seda at Balzac Communications & Marketing (707-255-7667)

This program is a certified, comprehensive and all inclusive 3 day Spanish wine course, with an intensive tasting component. It covers the most important Spanish appellations, climates, soils, history, wine styles, grape varieties, etc. It is directed to wine professionals and enthusiasts who are interested in getting to know Spanish wines in depth.

July 15 - 17, 2009

Barcelona New Haven

155 Temple St. New Haven, CT 06510
 

Cost: $465

Registration @ www.spainwines.es

Thursday, June 18th, 6:30–9:30 pm
“Landmark on the Park”

160 Central Park West at 76th Street New York City

Admission is $99.99 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit City Harvest.

To register visit www.pjwine.com or call 212 567-5500 for more information.

Rioja wines will take you from the awe-inspiring Sierra Cantabria mountains to the fertile Ebro River valley to the harsh terrain of the Calahorra region, all within the confines of City Winery. There, you will find hundreds of luscious and silky reds, fruity young wines, refreshing rosés and crisp whites.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Seminar, Panel Discussion and Tasting: 10am - 12:30pm
Press and Trade Walk-Around Tasting: 1pm - 4pm

City Winery
155 Varick Street at Vandam Street
New York City

For press and trade only.

For more information visit the website www.vibrantrioja.com/grandtasting/

A conversation with Albariño winemakers from Rías Baixas, Spain, moderated by Paul Grieco.

Monday, May 18, 2009

Seated Seminar: 11:30 - 12:30 pm

Vermilion Restaurant

480 Lexington Avenue at 46th St.

New York City

For press only.

RSVP with Chandni Patel at Cornerstone Communications: cpatel@cornerstonepr.com or 212 605 0370

From April 26th to May 2nd we invite you to discover new food and wine pairings from Rioja.

Visit your favorite New York City restaurant during Rioja Restaurant Week.

For more information visit the website www.vibrantrioja.com/restaurantweek/

Mr. José Peñín, Spain's leading wine critic and journalist, cordially invites members of the trade to a Tasting Showroom of fifty-nine of the most exciting wineries in Spain as reviewed by the Peñín Guide.

For the first time, Grupo Peñín will be presenting the rising stars (88-point score or higher) together with the most recognized wines of Spain (92-point score or higher) from the Peñín Guide.

The New Values of Spanish Wine & Best Wines Peñín Guide 2009

Wednesday, March 18, 2009
12:00 - 5:00 pm
The Powerhouse at the American Museum of Natural History
Columbus Avenue  at 79th Street
New York City

Please, R.S.V.P. to Grupo Peñín before March 16, 2009:

Aurora Ochoa: aochoa@grupopenin.com

Mar Mirón: mmiron@grupopenin.com

Tasting Showroom: Thursday, January 22nd 2009
                                     From 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
                                     The W Union Square Hotel - 201 Park Ave South, New York City

“The Kingdom of Navarra” invites you to experience the wines and olive oil of Navarra at this presentation exclusively for industry professionals.

Featuring: A walk around tasting and presentation of the region’s wine and olive oil producers.

Dinner will be prepared by the internationally renowned Navarran Chef Enrique Martínez (“Maher”). One of Spain’s top ten chefs.

Details and press information: M. Youg Communications
                                            212-620-7027 ext 304
                                            Navarrawines@myoungcom.com

This Artisanal cheese class will pair different styles of sherry from Spain with a wide range of cheeses to demonstrate the versatility of this combination. Explanations about the production methods for sherry will be provided by the Wine Educator Candela M. Prol.

The event will take place on Monday November, 17th between 6:30 and 8:30pm.
The center is located at 500 West 37th Street. The cost of enrollment is $85.00.

For more information call 212-871-3141 or visit the website www.artisanalcheese.com

The Wine Academy of Spain will conduct its Spanish Wine Education certification program in New York City from the 21st to the 23rd of October. The seminar wiil be followed by a master class and tasting of iconic Spanish wines.

Dates: Oct 21st to 23rd.

For more information please visit www.spainwines.es

Join other wine enthusiasts for Suba’s celebrated Vinos y Tapas event with conversation led by wine director Roger Kugler. During the event, five wines from a specific Region of Spanish will be paired with five tapas. The event begins at 6:30 and is $60 per guest, plus tax and gratuity.

For reservations, please call 212.982.5714

JUL 16 - Cava - Sparkling wine for summer

AUG 20 - Jerez - Sherries

SEP 17 - La Mancha

OCT 22 - Rioja

NOV 12 - Levante - Thanksgiving theme

Suba
109 Ludlow Street
New York, NY 10002
www.subanyc.com

The Wine Academy of Spain is proud to present a traveling, in-depth, two-and-a-half-day seminar series on the wines of Spain

The tour begins in New York at the Warwick Hotel, moving to San Francisco at the Culinary Institute of California and finishing in Los Angeles at the Ruth Chris Hotel.

Testing on the third day is optional, but all participants are strongly encouraged to take the exam – there is no additional fee. Those who pass will receive the title of Spanish Wine Educator.

The top 15 scores will have the opportunity to travel to Spain for further training. The week-long trip will include travel around Spain, meals, lodging, tours and seminars. The participant is responsible only for the round-trip airfare to and from Spain. Those that pass the exam in Spain will earn the title of Spanish Wine Ambassador.

For further information, contact info@thewineacademy.com, +34 91 781 63 67 or visit www.spainwines.es

Metropolitan Pavillion

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Seminar
Aragonese Gastronomy and Mediterranean Diet by Mr. Juan Barbacil

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM   Tasting of Wines and Foods from Aragon

You are invited to the 2008 Wines and Foods from Aragon in New York. Aragon is one of the most dynamic and innovative regions in Spain. Together with Rioja, Aragon is the second largest Spanish wine region in terms of sales in the US.

Aragon produces also some of the best gourmet specialty foods in Spain. At the event you will have the chance to learn about Aragon and its main products as well as taste over 100 wines and gourmet products from the region.

Please RSVP online.

So many outstanding Spanish wines under one roof! Join PJ Wine and sample over 100 premium Spanish wines paired with sublime Spanish cuisine. Every major wine region will be represented, from Jerez to Ribera del Duero through Priorat and Rioja, not forgetting hot emerging regions like Toro, Bierzo, Jumilla and more. The event takes place on June 19 at Landmark on the Park, 160 Central Park West at 76th Street. For more information, visit www.pjwine.com.

Wine Tastings with Tapas 

Tuesday June 3 and Wednesday June 4 (repeats)

Taste more than 70 wines from the 24 Bodegas of Murcia Region (Spain) some not yet available in the US

4:00pm – 8:30pm – Walk-around tasting in the Gallery

5:30pm – Tapas served

Conducted tastings in the Wine Study at 4:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm by Murcia’s leading wine expert Fernando Gurucharri, President of UEC (Union Española de Catadores)

Tapas by Eder Montero, Tía Pol, NYC

Astor Center, 399 Lafayette Street (at East 4th Street), NY NY 10003. Entrance to the Gallery and Study is to the right of Astor Wines & Spirits entrance, up stairs.
For directions go to www.astorcenternyc.com.

Please RSVP online

www.MurciaNewYork.com

Or email: MurciaNewYork@gmail.com

Without an RSVP response in your name we cannot guarantee admission

Mr. Antonio Cerdá Cerdá
Minister for Agriculture of the Government of Murcia Region