Wine Is For Drinking Not Worshipping

If you’ve ever been to the 5th Street Wine & Deli, you’ll realize that they are all about enjoying their beer and wine, without the snobbery often associated with wine shops.  So it’s no surprise that they would host a seminar  a down to earth, strip away the snooty facade, seminar for the wine beginner or any level enthusiast.  Hosted by Rob Barrows, Manager of the deli, the first of this 2 part series begins May 6th at 7:00 p.m. SHARP at the deli, rain or shine.

Part 1 will cover:

1. 1. A brief history of wine

2. 2. How to taste and recognize the subtle Nuances

3. 3. Major red and white wines from the USA and France

4. 4.Serving Guidlines

5. 5.Proper opening and storage

Tasting:

1. 1.Chardonnay

2. 2.Pinot Grigio

3. 3.Merlot

4. 4.Cabernet Sauvignon

5. 5.Red Zinfandel

Guest Speaker is Charlie de Armon from 55 Degrees Wine Distributor.  Charlie has 14 years experience as a wine representative and another 10 years in fine dining experience.

Each seminar is $15 and must be paid in advance.  Space is limited, really we are not making that up.  You may sign up at the front counter at 5th Street Wine & Deli.  Any questions call Rob Barrows at 937-220-9333.

Part 2 is May 13th at 7:00 p.m. SHARP At the deli, rain or shine.

Part 2 will cover:

1. 1. How to read wine labels

2. 2. How to find great deals on retail wine shops

3. 3.How to order in restaurants

4. 4.Wine and food pairings

5. 5.Looking for the great harvest years for certain wines

Tasting:

1. 1.Reisling

2. 2.White Bordeaux

3. 3.Malbec

4. 4.Pinot Noir

5. 5.Red Blend

Guest Speaker is Joe Daniel from Jay’s Seafood Restaurant.  Joe has 10 years experience as the wine buyer for Jay’s which is annually awarded as having a world class wine list by Wine Spectator Magazine.