Updated Class Schedule

by Todd on June 16, 2013

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Friday, June 28 at 7pm
Understanding The Movie
Bottle shock
How many times have we seen the movie “Bottle Shock” and wondered what are they were really talking about? Well, the wine and food geeks at 109 are here to rescue you. We will explore the movie subjects and taste the wines and most of all discuss the “Bottle Shock” experience.  Call for more information.
$75 plus tax

Friday, July 19 @ 7pm
Red Bee Honey, pairing wine, cheese and honey with Honey Sommelier and Author Marina Marchese
Class includes small bites and sparkling cocktail to start, class, a little sweet to finish and a special gift.
$75 plus tax

Sunday July 21 at 2pm
Home brewing and a bar b cue.  A great afternoon for beer lovers, we will be joined by our friend Paul a home brewing aficionado to demonstrate the nuances of brewing.
We will also sample some of the best microbrews of the Northeast. following the demonstration stay for a little grilling.  A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
If you can’t make this date we will do it all again Sunday, September 15 at 2pm.
$55 plus tax

Friday, July 26 at 7pm
The Champagne Diet
$65 plus tax

Sunday, August 4 at 2pm
BBQ throw down Wine vs. Beer.
We will be exploring the different styles of BBQ, plus taste a variety of beers and wines to see what pairs best, who will be the winner!
$65 plus tax

Saturday, August 10 at 7pm
Focus on Tuscany
Wine and Cheese pairings, small bites and a little sweet.
$55 plus tax

Friday, August 16 at 7pm
East Coast Craft Brews and Artisan Cheese.

Pairing class, small bites and a little sweet.
$45 plus tax

Friday, August 23 at 7pm
Understanding the Movie
A Good Year
$75 plus tax

Sunday October 6 at 5pm
Octoberfest Beer Class with Wilton Continuing Education

Upcoming Classes:
Burgundy Series
Cider and Cheese
Terrior Series ( Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir)
Build your own Bordeaux

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Our first of our new series “Talk and Taste with the Winemaker” was awesome!

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We enjoyed the stories, education and passion of our guest Pierre Clavel.  The wines were a big hit as was his passion and wonderful photos!

We will be announcing our next Winemaker shortly.

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Come and meet Pierre Cavel on Sunday, 2pm at the first of our “talk and taste with the Winemaker” series

May 29, 2013

We are having a Winemakers tasting! approximately 20 seats available. Call us if you want to attend. 203 438 5757 Event will be this Sunday June 2nd at 2pm $35 Domaine Clavel For generations now, the Clavel name has been associated with winemaking in the Languedoc region of Southern France. Pierre Clavel is the current [...]

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Class Schedule for May & June

May 15, 2013

Call for Reservations – Class size is limited – 203-438-5757   Exploration into Italy; cheese and wine .01 Friday, May 17 @ 7pm Explore a great evening of Italian Cheese and Wine, their relationship and how to pair them. Class will start with some wonderful small bites and a glass of Prosecco, then continue with [...]

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Cookbook Thursday – Burrata with Asparagus, pine nuts and golden raisins “The Cheesemongers Kitchen”

May 9, 2013

Patty is back at it today with a great Burrata dish from “The Cheesemongers Kitchen”.  This just such a wonderful and simple dish that just screams delicious!  Fresh asparagus, pine nuts and golden raisins sing atop the burrata and a little bit of your favorite prosciutto or Serrano adds that salty goodness.  109 Wine suggests [...]

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Our First Two Classes of May! Rosé and Spain

May 5, 2013

Friday, May 10 Time:   7pm Hurray for Rosé! Just in time for the beginning of summer, a class to help you find your rosé style.  We are not talking Lancers, but dry, complex Rosé from Italy, France, Spain, and Oregon plus we will pair them with light and lovely fresh summer cheeses.  Bring a friend or [...]

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Cookbook Thursday Kale Caesar Salad from “Tartine”

April 27, 2013

Cookbook Thursday Kale Caesar Salad from “Tartine” with Cheesemonger Patty Of course you have to start with the cheese. A vintage 2007 Parmesan that is so beautifully nutty and bursting with salty flavor it creates perfection on this kale Caesar.  This dish is just clean, nice and salad perfection.  Check it out, you won’t be [...]

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Patton Valley Pinot Noir Rosé – Now Available in Limited Suppy

April 17, 2013

Patton Valley’s most popular spring tradition, and one of our favorites, is the release of their Pinot Noir Rosé.  We discovered this little gem in the Willamette Valley while traveling the west coast on our 2011 “willdrive4food” trip.  This wine has built an enthusiastic following due to its high quality and distinctive food-friendly style, a direct result of their [...]

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National Grilled Cheese Month

April 12, 2013

April is National Grilled Cheese Month Ever since I can remember, a grilled cheese sandwich and a bowl of tomato soup was my mom’s perfect answer to a bad day.  It most likely was made with something other than real cheese back then, but it was the though that counted.  Today, Neal’s Yard Cheddar, local [...]

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109 ED

April 1, 2013

109 Cheese and Wine will soon be introducing our new educational component.  We have taken over the space above the shop and added a beautiful new classroom.  We believe that food; wine and beer education are vital to the health and wellbeing of all of us.  Come learn and enjoy with us! 

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