My friend and I attended Ladies Night: Pinot Noir at What Am I Drinking earlier this week--WOW! Not…read moreonly did we learn a ton about wine (one of our favorite things,) but we also had a great time. Our class was on the smaller side, but the studio has capacity for up to twenty participants. After reviewing the class ground rules (judgment-free zone and how to properly taste the wines) you dive into the meat of the class. This class was set up as a semi-blind tasting where you taste a wine and then learn more about it. Serena did a great job of breaking down the different wines and giving us a great overview of Pinot Noir. She was very knowledgeable and entertained all of our questions. Serena made what can be seen as a stuffy topic super-approachable. I can't wait to return for another class!

The Irish Whiskey class was a great experience. Serena gave an excellent presentation on the past…read morehistory and current trends of Irish whiskey. We had an opportunity to sample a number of different bottles and Serena did a great job explaining the uniqueness of each brand.

If you're looking to host a unique wine experience, I'd highly recommend The Classe Cru! I was…read moreinterested in putting together a virtual event for my clients. When considering a wine tasting, I was a bit skeptical at first. I've heard of some poor experiences, such as receiving very ordinary wines you can find at your local store for half the price. Working with Miranda and DJ put me at ease. They made such an effort to understand my needs for the event, especially being that I was planning this for my key clients. They curated a number of very unique wines, many of which I've never heard of before and guided me in how to procure them to reach my customers in time for the event. We worked closely together in crafting a highly engaging experience that would keep my clients captivated for the 1.5 hours. Miranda's sense of humor and style had my clients entertained the entire time, with several of them asking for recommendations for their personal wine collection. Overall, The Classe Cru delivered far above my expectations! I've since reached out to them to curate wines for dinner parties and holiday gatherings. Their selections have always impressed my guests and perfectly complemented the food!

Miranda & DJ are wine experts! They are so knowledgeable about wine & wine varietals. The…read morepersonalized tasting is a perfect group activity whether it be for a work team building event or just a fun weekend activity with friends. 10/10 recommend!

Lisa was a knowledgeable and kind instructor who made her classes fun. I highly recommend signing…read moreup with Premier Wine Academy if you are considering it.

It was an absolute pleasure to be a part of Lisa's wine class. I loved her passion for wine…read more Lisa did an amazing job of encouraging those who knew some about wine while at the same time welcoming those who were new to wine with great kindness and education. I absolutely loved the time we shared with friends, learning about wine and smelling the different tasting notes in fun ways. Lisa is very creative and the experience was incredible.

I've taken 2 wine classes (wine 101) and I'm already looking to take the Wine 202 class…read more This is my type of wine class because: - It's located near Midtown Manhattan - The instructor is really chill - You are given different games to play which helps you remember the different wines and information about them - There's a variety of wines - There is no spit bucket (so chances are you'll get lit) - It's an open space so you get to meet other wine lovers Both wine classes I've taken have been on Fridays because you do tend to get a wee bit tipsy testing all of the wines. I first learned of the class through Groupon so I suggest looking there first if you are interested in taking a class here but either way if you interested in learning how to differentiate between the age of wines, the percentage of wines and practice your sense of smell (to determine what's in the wine) this place is for you.

We took the WineO 101 class on a Friday night, and boy was it a good time. The teacher and owner of…read morethe company, Mark, was clearly very knowledgeable of his craft, and his love for what he does is apparent. Students of the class are allowed to enter the rooms 10 minutes before the start of the class. The emails they sent out before the class stated that the class starts promptly at the scheduled time. We started about 7 minutes after the scheduled time, which I actually didn't mind because it gave us a chance to talk to our new friends were seated with. We had the chance to listen to Mark talk about wines, taste 5 different wines along with 4 different cheeses and some cured meat, as well as ask Mark questions we had about wine. We also played a few games for a small prize (drawstring bag with the WineO Club logo on it). It was a really fun way to spend a Friday night. The reason for the 4-star review and not a 5 is because Mark spoke wayyyyyyyyyyyyy too fast. My whole group had trouble keeping up with the information he was sharing, and it was a little annoying because we were all there to learn about wines. The class was supposed to be 2 hours long, but start to finish, it was closer to 1.5 hours, so I'm not sure what the rush was. Definitely not a dealbreaker, and I would definitely go back for another class, but I sure do hope they slow it down next time.

I had the fine people at NYC Wine Company host our holiday party of 40 and wow it was simply a…read moredelight all the way through! 1. They pick fun wines that have a story and still accessible (like not the stuff you need to fork over life savings for). 2. As good... if not better than the wines were the cheese and bread pairings. Not just the perfect pairing but amazing in it of itself! 3. The SOMs are just delightful personalities... fun but totally know there stuff.

Wine Classes!…read more Squabbie and I took our first wine class at NYC Wine Class. We enrolled in their introductory to wine course, Wine 101. Andrew Harwood (the founder) was our instructor. He's had experience cultivating wine graps in Hungary, France, and California, to name a few places. He was quite informative and helpful. On top of our dessert wine, we had full glasses of 10 different types of wine. The grape variety for the wines included Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, & Malbek. The wine regions included Oregon, California, Argentina, Italy, and France. The prices of the bottles and their Wine Spectator ratings aren't revealed until after the wines are tasted, as to not provide a bias. There are five rounds of wines pairings, accompanied by a type of cheese. The wine pairings are selected to distinguish the contrasting tastes (e.g. comparison of regions, comparison of vineyard processing, or comparison of grape varieties). The class was a great introduction, and has whetted my desire to learn more about wines. If taken individually, the class would have cost $90, but Squabbie purchased the $275 four class promo package (good for 2 years and splitable amongst friends). I HIGHLY recommend this package (http://www.nycwineclass.com/wine_classes.php#256). I delayed taking this for half a year, I can't believe I waited so long! I can't wait for my next class.

Can't believe I haven't reviewed Amanti Vino!…read more This is such a go-to when you are downtown and need to grab something for a BYOB dinner. They of course have an extensive selection of wine, but what I love the most is their selection of cold single beer cans and canned cocktails. They have some really fun and fancy brands that I've never seen before, and everything has the most beautiful packaging. I'm partial to a canned aperol spritz and negroni and this is the perfect pairing if you are headed to one of the many Italian / pizza eateries around town. Everyone here is always so friendly and helpful. The store is always well-stocked, and the selection is unparalleled. 5 stars always!

Very nice and well organized wine store. Prices tad high but…read moreit is Morristown. With a reward BYOB in town. This should be a go to spot.

What a gem! Collier's is a small place packed with the most diverse selection of wines at every…read morePrice point you can imagine. The proprietor is a true wine aficionado, knows her business, and travels the world to bring back wines that you simply wont find anywhere else. She literally tatses every bottle. On Saturdays she offeres a wine and cheese tasting - it was fantabulisitc!! White port? who knew? She understands and seeks out value in wine, and encourages her patrons to try new and different wines. Her "wine of the month" selection offers a case of wine for $100 - a fantastic value that also will surprise you with both the quality and diversity available at that price point. Add to that a relationship with Buckley's tavern next door that allows you to pick a wine and it can be served with your meal for a modest $5 corkage fee. We had a wonderful spanish wine i've never seen before at $28 a bottle with corkage that was earthy, rich, and big. If you love wine, go. now. you won't be disappointed.

Need a good bottle of wine for an important dinner? Date? Fun? This is the place you need to come…read moreto. They have a great selection of wines from all over the world. Want to learn more about wines? They have tasting classes! Want to try a great wine? Come in on a Saturday and sample what's opened. You will not be disappointed! Like Port? Go somewhere else cause the Port here is mine all mine! Just kidding but seriously- their Port selection is small but exquisite! Want to learn more but don't have time for a class? Talk to Linda: her knowledge is beyond reproach, and she is always willing to pass on her knowledge. I've seen a couple of negative reviews and will caution you: I've never felt small, slighted or less of a person going here. A gem off the beaten path