The Palatum to host a singular spectacular journey through Rioja.
We are thrilled to partner with The Palatum to host a singular spectacular journey through Rioja. This highly curated time will encompass travel through vineyards, culinary traditions, Michelin starred gastronomic experiences, and ancient culture at UNESCO world heritage sites. Lodgings are world class, extraordinary and historic properties that cannot be replicated. Most importantly, this sojourn embraces personal encounters with friends who are Riojan luminaries and legends. What is promised is a singular limited edition travel experience that will endure a lifetime.
For more information contact: https://thepalatum.com/rioja-cuvee-with-ana-fabiano/
Music Like Wine is a Sensorial Experience
We are thrilled to partner with ARTSMART for an enchanting afternoon recital at the Blue Gallery NYC with the world class and absolutely delightful Soprano Latonia Moore.
Prior to the recital the event will open with Special Selections from these World Class Rioja properties all available in the USA, New York and wine.com.
Marqués de Riscal (1858) the oldest Rioja winery perched in El Ciego, Rioja Alavesa voted Best Winery in Europe and with a centenary history of award winning vintages.
Bodegas Beronia, located in the historic village of Ollauri in Rioja Alta and recipient of the prestigious LEEDS Sustainability award recognized as the most sustainable winery in Europe in 2023.
Gomez Cruzado, a boutique centenary winery with artisanal wine selections from coveted vineyards and located in the very historic village of Haro, epicenter of centenary wineries.
Truly a relaxing Sunday afternoon treat. Taste, listen, and feel the satisfaction of contribution to proven programs changing the lives of children and teens through the empowerment of music.
Tickets are tax deductible and can be purchased at:
https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-0013c00001uROtbAAG/events/vevt:36b10ce8-0cab-46c1-9dc1-877273de40cb/home/story
Women’s History Month -Chefs Table Dinner at Jalao NYC
Join us for exquisite evening featuring accomplished female leaders from winery ownership to winemaking, advocacy and hospitality management all bundled together with expertise and a Caribbean touch.
I am thrilled to moderate a four course dinner for $95 with reservations starting at 7 pm. Authentic Rioja and Cava will be paired with a menu created by Peruvian Chef Wilmer
Reservations can be secured on Open Table experience :
The Very Extraordinary Wines of the Universe
We are so stoked to work again with the rockstar team at VINYA.
Truly WORLD CLASS where approachable expertise in an artisanal studio feels warm and trusted. Both boutique and worldly stand and sit side by side at Vinya. At this signature event we are enamored
to share surprise GEMSTONES of the iconic centenary Haro winery LA RIOJA ALTA (est. 1890) with a special feature of Viña Arana celebrating its 50th birthday this year!!
These great classic wines are the epitome of authenticity, mastery, generations and dedication all wrapped up in Valentine love.
This is a RARE OPPORTUNITY to taste these allocated wines and make purchases for your home, gifting or cellar collection.
Calling all Floridians friends to join me and all other friends to take advantage of this great excuse to jet or drive to Miami to join me at Vinya.
You won’t regret it!
Purchase tickets here:
https://vinyawine.com/the-very-extraordinary-wines-of-the-universe-an-exclusive-sneak-peek.html
MONTH OF LOVE at the Radio Hotel
Take your LOVE to new heights in the “heart” of Washington Heights in northern Manhattan.
We are thrilled to partner with the Radio Hotel to feature the VILARNAU Rose Delicat Reserva Cava. A fusion of Catalunya and the Caribbean.
Both are bubbling with quality, creativity, and culture well rooted In LOVE.
Taste both for a delicious time.
Whether a staycation or curious new destination reserve here:
https://theradiohotel.reztrip.com/ext/promoRate?property=2804&mode=b&pm=true&sr=894340&vr=3
Annual Rioja Gran Reserva Live Event
Live from New York we are excited to host our 4th annual Rioja Gran Reserva Holiday Tasting.
This event has been such a success with wine lovers but also media and trade sharing comments about how much they have learned, enjoyed and been uplifted by these crown jewels.
GRAN RESERVAS of Rioja are singular to the DOCa of Rioja in their quality, heritage and definition as they adhere to stringent quality control. They originate in coveted vineyards, special vintages, special blends, careful long barrel and bottle aging at the winery. All this white glove care and signature styles unique to each winery are singular- like a piece of fine art work. GRAN RESERVAS OF RIOJA are the perfect wines to gift, serve, and collect.
There is no better way to make your heart, guests and table sparkle!
Join us from anywhere on instagram on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 6:30 pm (18:30) EST.
https://www.instagram.com/anafabianorioja/
Total Wine & More Tasting
Join us at Total Wine Miami Beach to meet our fabulous core team member Valentina Arce-Ceron and taste perfect Holiday solutions to serve and gift from the world class Marqués de Riscal Centenary Rioja winery.
Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2019, a delicious modern classic and the Gran Reserva 2016 a wine that will make treasured table memories or serve as an impressive enduring gift.
https://www.totalwine.com/store-info/florida-miami-beach/926
The Palatum to host a singular spectacular journey through Rioja.
We are thrilled to partner with The Palatum to host a singular spectacular journey through Rioja. This highly curated time will encompass travel through vineyards, culinary traditions, Michelin starred gastronomic experiences, and ancient culture at UNESCO world heritage sites. Lodgings are world class, extraordinary and historic properties that cannot be replicated. Most importantly, this sojourn embraces personal encounters with friends who are Riojan luminaries and legends. What is promised is a singular limited edition travel experience that will endure a lifetime.
For more information contact: https://thepalatum.com/rioja-cuvee-with-ana-fabiano/
Fall in love with Rioja
Join Us for a Unique Complimentary Wine Tasting & Matchmaking Experience!
Explore Marqués de Riscal White, Reserva & Bodegas Muriel Reserva Wines - Perfect for Your Fall Season Sipping and Celebrations!
Looking for an exciting way to connect with like-minded wine enthusiasts?
Join our complimentary Zoom event, where you can discover delightful wines and potentially find your perfect match.
It promises to be a delicious, enlightening, and uplifting experience!
TACO TUESDAY ARUBA LIVE
TACO TUESDAY ARUBA LIVE !
Join me on Tuesday, August 8th at 6:00 PM for a sizzling Taco Tuesday fiesta filled with flavor and fun!
We'll be creating the best of Aruba tacos and an easy peasy quality perfect pairing with two delicious wines: the grand slam refreshing Marqués de Cáceres Sauvignon Blanc and the fruit forward impressive young but quality driven Beronia Tempranillo.
We look forward to seeing you live from Eagle Beach, Aruba.
The Hue Society and celebrates a new event July 0233 2023
The WineandCulture Fest is a proud production of The Hue Society and celebrates its 3rd year in 2023. Through the lens of the Black Wine Community it’s mission is to educate and empower, to create equity and inclusion in the wine industry. This trade and consumer community is highly inspired, motivated and in a very short time recipients of prestigious awards, grants, scholarships, certifications and industry positions. We are thrilled to educate and empower this significant segment of our wine community. Our Rioja Master Class, “Rioja in the 21st Century” will feature world class Doca Rioja wines. They all exude the authentic and rich history, culture, talent and dedicated professionals behind them.
Tickets can be purchased to individual events or by package: https://www.wineandculturefest.com/tickets
MICHAEL TOWNE WINES
MICHAEL TOWNE WINES is a historic landmark and destination in Brooklyn Heights, New York. We are thrilled to co-host a Marqués de Riscal tasting at this iconic store that shares a corner spot where parts of The Godfather were filmed here in the “Heights”. This neighborhood’s charm, MARQUES DE RISCAL world class wines, and the essence of the NY Independent Retailer are destination worthy!!! Come taste with us and meet Daniela Gazal. Daniela is a bright multilingual Peruvian-Armenian and a valued team member. She has written, tasted, and created content about Marqués de Riscal as the oldest winery in Rioja and also the recipient of the BEST IN EUROPE for consecutive years. In Daniela’s words, “For me and my contemporaries these wines are not just versatile but an absolute essential for any wine lover's collection”. In my words both of these award winning wines the Reserva and Gran Reserva are the essence of RIOJA ALAVESA and a staple for what to stock and gift during the Spring season of gifting, connecting and celebrating. Located on Clark Street Michael Towne Wines is easily accessible and also by MTA metro 2&3 and A&C.
https://www.michaeltownewines.com/
St Augustine Master Class
Approaching a quarter of a century into the 21st century RIOJA continues a renaissance that only gets better. Diversity of viticulturists, winemakers, zones, indigenous grape varieties, terroir, multiple generations and exciting new designations to name a few! The diversity is delicious and inspiring yet still deeply rooted in what defines Rioja: quality, pride, authenticity and heritage. Nothing beats experiential learning! Join us for an empowering, delicious and fun deep dive into the waters of Rioja on the St. Augustine Floridian coastline.
Package or Individual event tickets can be purchased at: https://904tix.com/events/st-augustine-food-wine-5-4-2023
The St. Augustine Food & Wine Festival
The St. Augustine Food & WIne Festival has grown just as quickly as the economy of the state. We are thrilled to participate in this festival located in this majestic Spanish coastal city which is the oldest one in America founded in 1565. Our participation in these three dynamite events will feature world class 21st century Rioja wines. They all exude the rich history, culture, talent and dedicated professionals that bring these delicious authentic wines to the shores of St. Augustine.
Tickets can be purchased to individual events or by package:
https://staugustinefoodandwinefestival.com/packages/
RIOJA Fermentation Class by Matthew MacCarthney
Join us on March 1st at the abundant RIOJA Fermentation Class by Matthew MacCarthney at 41 North in Newport Rhode Island. The tasting will feature 6 Rioja wines shared by a Culinary and Wine Expert. Matthew’s training in both the Culinary Arts and the Institute of Master of Wine uniques equips him to curate pairings and ideas that are delectable. Matthew will lead the tasting and I will join in too. This will be an enjoyable and empowering opportunity to plan a getaway, beat winter blues and find authentic special wine solutions for the coming seasons.
Tickets can be purchased at: thegrill@41north.com or by calling 401-846-8012
GRAN RESERVAS of Rioja LIVE!
Live from New York we are excited to host our 3rd annual Gran Reserva Holiday Tasting. This event has been such a success with trade, media and wine lovers sharing comments about
how much they have learned, enjoyed and been uplifted by these crown jewels of
Rioja that we promised to keep it annual. GRAN RESERVAS of Rioja are
singular to the DOCa of Rioja and adhere to stringent quality control regulations of the
Rioja Regulatory Control Board and most importantly coveted vineyards, winery traditions
and signature styles unique to each property to preserve these treasured wines.
GRAN RESERVAS OF RIOJA are the perfect wines to gift, serve, and collect this Holiday Season. There is no better way to make your heart, guests and table sparkle!
This year we taste 3 special Gran Reservas all from the Rioja Alavesa zone. We will proudly share as featured here: Marqués de Riscal Gran Reserva 2015, Muriel, Viña Viejas Gran Reserva 2014 and Conde de Valdemar Gran Reserva 2010.
Join us from anywhere on instagram on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 6:30 pm (18:30) EST.
The legendary Degustibus Cooking School at the iconic MACY'S NEW YORK
Join us at the legendary Degustibus Cooking School at the iconic MACY'S NEW YORK for the best Saturday Afternoon! On the eve of the Holiday season we will taste through a delicious
selection of diverse, authentic and quality Rioja wines to enrich your Holiday Season with pride and joy. The tasting will feature 10 wines paired with small bites and big ideas that are
generously provided by the best and largest Spanish Food purveyor in the USA Latienda.com This tasting is a great opportunity to relax, enjoy and find sparkling solutions for the holiday table and gifting.
Tickets can be purchased at: https://degustibusnyc.com/collections/class-calendar/products/ana-fabiano-rioja-wine-expert
Tapas generously provided by www.Latienda.com
Please visit this delicious site .
Wine Watch Ontanon
We are excited and honored to share a portfolio selection of Ontañon Wines of the Rioja Oriental zone and village of Quel at Wine Watch in Fort Lauderdale Fla.
Wine Watch is an highly respected and destination artisanal wine boutique
that waves the flag of the beauty of the independent retailer in the USA. Join us on October 19th Wine Wednesday to experience the authenticity, heart, soul and quality of Bodegas Ontañon. For reservations call 954.523.9463 or email andy@winewatch.com
Newport Food and Wine Festival
Newport Food and Wine Festival- Newport, Rhode Island
End summer with a special coastal gilded age memory of sipping exceptional Rioja on the steps and lawns of the Newport Mansions. Join us at this masterfully curated Festival in a magnificent New England setting. Easy access by plane, car or boat. Be on the lookout for ticket sales. They sell out quickly!
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LIVE FROM RIOJA
"Finally, after over two years, I will be landing in Rioja for a research trip!! So many exciting strides have taken place during this time but it is often during challenges when we grow the most. From new wines with rare indigenous grapes, the VS designation, to small bottlings by serious stellar growers and iconic winemakers, new tourist lodgings to lay your head and Michelin stars shining bright, and MORE. Join me on April 26th at 6 pm EST live from RIOJA on Instagram Live."
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Hue Society
Hue Society Rioja Masterclass
8:00 PM EST
The HUE Society is committed to empowering and changing the narrative of Black & Brown wine trade professionals and consumers. We are committed to sharing the true story and authentic wines from a genuine wine culture and world class region- Rioja. This virtual event will take place on Wednesday, March 30th, at 8 pm EST , 7 pm CST and 5 pm PST and is free to Society Members. We will taste reds from all three Rioja zones: Rioja Oriental, Rioja Alavesa and Rioja Alta including wines from Bodegas Ontañon, Bodegas Valdemar and Carlos Serres. Please register at https://forms.gle/Lkxb3KRPRfSjVLCU7 or visit https://thehuesociety.com/ for more information.