What we’re about
We are a Wine and Dine Group! We share some good (sometimes Great!) bottles of wine over food and conversation.
A few times per month, we have small group dinners, either 6, 8 or 10 people at each event. The group organizers will host dinners on both weeknights and weekends. The organizer will supply 4 bottles of wine for 6 person dinners, 5 bottles of wine for 8 person dinners, and 6 bottles of wine for 10 person dinners. Most of the time, the wines will come from the event organizer's personal collection.
The cost of each event will be for an individual's share of the wine and in some cases the wine corkage charge of the restaurant. Dinner is not included and must be paid for at the event.
To attend an event, the wine payment must be made in advance, and reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Once you pay, refunds or credits are only available if you cancel AND your spot gets filled by someone else. All refunds are subject to a cancellation fee from $3 to $5, depending on the cost of the event. There is no refund or credit for no-shows.
No other outside wine will be permitted, unless prior arrangements have been made with the host, but attendees may order wine or spirits from the restaurant, at their own expense. Attendees are expected to order at least an entree and one other item from the menu, either an appetizer, a side dish or a dessert.
Along with the wine charge, everyone will be expected/required to pay for their own meal, along with a 33% charge for tax and tip.
We will be dining at restaurants that we have established relationships with, where we can bring our own wine for us to enjoy. Corkage varies from restaurant to restaurant, from Zero to $25 per bottle.
PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DON'T HAVE A PROFILE PICTURE WHERE I CAN SEE YOUR FACE, YOU WILL BE REJECTED FOR MEMBERSHIP IN THIS GROUP.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Producer Spotlight: Aubert de Villaine - Fine wines of Burgundy and Napa ValleyBobby Van's 230Park, New York, NY$67.00
Domaine de Villaine is one of my most favourite wineries in Burgundy, and I'm thrilled to get this opportunity to share their wines from France and from the US.
We invite you to join us for a focused tasting of wines from Aubert de Villaine, renowned for his role at Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. This event will feature selections from Domaine de Villaine in Burgundy’s Côte Chalonnaise, known for its dedication to traditional Burgundian winemaking, alongside wines from Hyde de Villaine, the Napa Valley collaboration with the Hyde family, emphasizing the Carneros region’s unique terroir. The tasting will offer a direct comparison of these two distinct styles, highlighting the influence of their respective regions and winemaking approaches.
This event will be the 2nd last event I'd be putting together this year - before I move to SF, so join us if you're able to!
We will be dining at Bobby Van's on Park. Located on the corner of Park Avenue and 46th Street.
Here is a link to their menu...
Bobby Van's on Park MenuJust a reminder of our usual rules:
** The cost of this event is $67 and is for the cost of the wines.
NOTE: Meetup has started charging a "Partner Fee" that is above and in addition to the listed price of the event. It is annoying and confusing, but there is nothing I can do about it. It comes to approximately $5 more for each RSVP. You will see this charge when you complete your rsvp and pay for the event. Sorry!
Just a reminder of our usual rules:
You will also have to pay the cost of your food (plus 33% for tax and tip). Please order at least two courses (i.e. a main dish and either appetizer or dessert) for your dinner. There are very few restaurants that allow us to bring our own wine for a Zero corkage fee. We must be good guests to encourage the restaurant to continue to be generous to us.
Please read and understand the group's cancellation policy. If you take spot, then cancel, and no one else takes the spot, you will not receive a refund or credit. No refunds or credits will be given for no-shows or late cancellations (unless someone else takes your spot). All cancellations are subject to a $5 service fee.
Please use public transportation - NO DRINKING AND DRIVING!
The Wines (notes will be distributed at the dinner):
2015 A. et P. de Villaine Rully 1er Cru Gresigny Blanc, NR, $762015 Hyde De Villaine Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard, VM 95, $75
2016 A. et P. de Villaine Mercurey Les Montots, VM 91, $80
2015 A. et P. de Villaine Santenay 1er Cru Passetemps, NR, $85
2015 Hyde De Villaine Syrah Californio Hyde Vineyard, VM 93, $75
2018 Hyde De Villaine Belle Cousine Hyde Vineyard, VM 93, $85
- California Cabs from 2009 to 2016Bobby Van's 230Park, New York, NY$55.00
I should be recovered from my trip to New Orleans and I'll be in the mood for some California Cabernets! The reds will all be from the 2009, 2015, and 2016 vintages. 3 are from Napa and 1 is from Paso Robles.
Join me for this 8-person dinner where we share 1 white wine starter, and 4 California Cabs.
We will be dining at Bobby Van's on Park. Located on the corner of Park Avenue and 46th Street.
Here is a link to their menu...
Bobby Van's on Park MenuJust a reminder of our usual rules:
** The cost of this event is $55 and is for the cost of the wines only.
NOTE: Meetup has started charging a "Partner Fee" that is above and in addition to the listed price of the event. It comes to approximately $4 more for each RSVP. You will see this charge when you complete your rsvp and pay for the event. Sorry!
You will also have to pay the cost of your food (plus 33% for tax and tip). Please order at least two courses (i.e. a main dish and either appetizer or dessert) for your dinner. There are very few restaurants that allow us to bring our own wine for a Zero corkage fee. We must be good guests to encourage the restaurant to continue to be generous to us.
Please read and understand the group's cancellation policy. If you take spot, then cancel, and no one else takes the spot, you will not receive a refund or credit. No refunds or credits will be given for no-shows or late cancellations (unless someone else takes your spot). All cancellations are subject to a $5 service fee.
Please use public transportation - NO DRINKING AND DRIVING!
The Wines (notes will be distributed at the dinner):
2019 Jean et Sébastien Dauvissat Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons Vieilles Vignes ($48) - CT 90.9. This Chablis should go great with Oysters! Burghound 94 points, "There is an interesting, if very subtle, minty character to the ripe, expressive and attractively layered nose of both white and yellow peach, nectarine and iodine along with a plethora of floral elements. There is outstanding volume to the almost painfully intense flavors that coat the palate with dry extract on the hugely persistent finale. This is a serious and very powerful built-to-age effort so at least some patience will be required."2009 Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve ($70) - CT 92.2, WA 96+, "The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve is rich, sumptuous and totally gorgeous. Plums, black currants, blackberries, menthol, licorice and sweet herbs jump from the glass as this intense, full-bodied wine shows off its considerable personality. Layers of fruit flow effortlessly as the 2009 continues to open up over time. This is a gorgeous 2009. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2029. (drink 2017-2029)"
2015 Turley Cabernet Sauvignon Estate ($55) - CT 90.8, YES a Cabernet from the Zinfandel masters at Turley!
2015 The Farm Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Cardinal Old Bailey Vineyard ($70) - Actually not Napa, but Paso Robles. No reviews, no notes, but I have enjoyed every bottle from this winery, which is co-owned by one of my fraternity brothers. Aged 28 months in new barrels. FWIW, JD gave the 2018 version 91 points.
2016 TOR Cabernet Sauvignon Tierra Roja ($165) - CT 94.1, time to start drinking my TOR wines! Only 148 cases of this Cuvee. WA 94+, JD 95 points, "The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Tierra Roja Vineyard comes from a 4-acre site in Oakville and has remarkable purity and elegance as well as exotic notes of plums, blueberries, violets, sagebrush, and forest floor. Medium to full-bodied, savory, layered, and nicely textured, it’s a beautifully complete Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that will drink well for 15-20 years or more. (Drink between 2019-2034)"
- Whole Roast Pig event at Trattoria One FifthTrattoria One Fifth, New York, NY$215.00
A new restaurant for us, and a family style dinner as we try the Whole Pig dinner at Trattoria One Fifth. This will be an 8 person dinner, served FAMILY STYLE. The Menu is FIXED, there are no substitutions. For the wines, there will be one CA Chardonnay and 2 red Zinfandels and 2 red Grenache's.
The Whole Pig Dinner is $170 per person, including tax and gratuity. The wine charge is $45.
The cost for this event is $215, which is for the wine, the corkage and the food.
Please read and understand the group's cancellation policy. If you take spot, then cancel, and no one else takes the spot, you will not receive a refund or credit. No refunds or credits will be given for no-shows or late cancellations (unless someone else takes your spot). All cancellations are subject to a $15 service fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the event will be subject to a $25 service fee.
Included in the per person price is a family style dinner consisting of antipasti & salad, pizza, pasta and the Whole Suckling Pig with seasonal sides for the main course as well as dessert for the table.
Here is a link to the menu....
One Fifth Whole Pig Dinner MenuA FEW NOTES: ONLY sign up if you can get to the restaurant by 7pm. Late comers will be removed from the group!!!!
Keep in mind, this is a WHOLE ROAST PIG. And we are eating family style. If you are squeamish, SKIP this event.
PLUS a reminder of our usual rules:
NOTE: Meetup has started charging a "Partner Fee" that is above and in addition to the listed price of the event. It comes to approximately $8 more for each RSVP. You will see this charge when you complete your rsvp and pay for the event. MEETUP+ members are exempt from this charge.
Please use public transportation - NO DRINKING AND DRIVING!
The Wines (notes will be distributed at the dinner):
2019 Red Car Chardonnay Estate Vineyard ($62) - CT 91.6, from Sonoma County, JD 94 points, "the 2019 Chardonnay Estate Vineyard displays the classic fresher, racy style of this estate yet brings beautiful depth of fruit as well as length on the palate. Notes of pear, orchard fruit, toasted bread, and just a hint of nuttiness all define the bouquet, and this medium-bodied beauty picks up a wonderful sense of minerality and saltiness on the finish. It’s terrific today yet could benefit from another year of bottle age. I wouldn’t put it past this to be drinking well in 7-8 years. (Drink between 2022-2029)"2019 Lagier Meredith Tribidrag ($48) - CT 92, WS 94 points. Lageir Meredith is closing up shot and this is one of their final vintages. Tribidrag is the name of a Croatian grape type that is identical to Zinfandel.
2020 Ridge Zinfandel Jimsomare ($45) - CT 90.8, I had the 2019 version and loved it! The Jimsomare vineyard is actually part of the famed Monte Bello vineyard.
2019 Outpost Grenache ($80) - CT 91.9, from the Howell Mountain area of Napa, JD 93 points, "The 2019 Grenache is a classic expression of this cuvée (which is always singular) and offers a translucent ruby color as well as a wonderful perfume of kirsch, blackberries, white pepper, sandalwood, and spice. Medium-bodied and elegant on the palate, this complex, nuanced Grenache will drink well for over a decade. (Drink between 2021-2032)"
2019 Ridge Grenache Besson Vineyard ($35) - CT 89.9. 100% Grenache, 13.7% Alcohol. From one of the oldest vineyards in Santa Clara County, the Grenache vines that make up this wine were planted in 1910.
Winemaker Tasting Notes: Deep ruby color. Scented rich blueberry, blackberry, and berry pie. Hint of orange peel, tobacco, cinnamon, and mint. Smooth entry with elegant old-vine spice finish.
The grapes were destemmed and fully crushed; fermented with a floating cap and pressed at five days. Aged for 12 months in 100% air-dried American oak barrels (17% new and 83% three years-old).