The Italian Vine

The Cheese & Wine Shop of Hasting wine tasting with Federica Zeni
2025-09-29 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | The Cheese and Wine Shop, 615 W 2nd Street, Hastings, Nebraska, 68901
Guided Wine Class
Theme: The Wines of Federica Zeni
Federica has a dynamic personality that’s hard to contain. Tonight, you are in for an experience as she guides you through the classic wines of the Veneto region in Italy. Federica’s spectacular winery is located within view of beautiful Lake Garda in the hills just north of Verona. You will be mesmerized with Federica and her wines.
Cost: 5 wines and Charcuterie for $50.00
Guided Tasting From 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Reservations required, for questions and tickets please call 402.705.0090.

Pasta Amore Zeni Wine Dinner with Federica Zeni
2025-09-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Pasta Amore, 11027 Prairie Brook Rd, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144, United States
Join us for a wine dinner showcasing Zeni wines, hosted by Federica Zeni. This special evening will feature a five-course wine dinner paired with Zeni wines for an unforgettable evening.
Cost: 5 courses with wines $70 per person
Seated Tasting at 6:30pm
Make your reservation today via Open Table and be sure to note that you will be attending the wine dinner!

Florio's First Wednesday Wine Tasting
2025-10-01 17:30 - 20:30 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
Theme: 800th Feast of St. Francis
St Francis of Assisi is a beloved figure throughout Italy and particularly in Central Italy. Tonight, you can try 3 bold reds from Umbria, among other delicious selections.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta For $10.00.
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations are required, please call 402.423.5576.

Dante's Night In Verona with Federica Zeni
2025-10-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
We invite you to experience an evening that brings the heart of Verona to Omaha. We’re thrilled to welcome back Federica Zeni of Zeni Winery, a name you’ve come to love. If you joined us for her last visit, you already know her charm, her passion for storytelling, and the beauty of her wines. If not, here’s your chance to discover it firsthand. Zeni Winery, founded in 1870 and nestled in the hills of Verona, is known for honoring tradition while innovating with elegance. Their wines capture the soul of the Veneto: bright, food-friendly whites, expressive reds, and Amarone — wines with depth and history. Each bottle reflects generations of dedication, yet feels approachable and vibrant, just like Federica herself. Federica is making just three stops in all of North America this year, and Omaha is one of them. This is her third visit to Dante, and her evenings with us are nothing short of magical — filled with laughter, storytelling, and the kind of hospitality that makes you feel like you’ve traveled to her family’s table in Italy.
Chef’s team is creating a 3-course menu plus a sweet bite, inspired by the cuisine of Verona and designed to pair perfectly with Zeni’s wines. Expect the warmth of Italian tradition, seasonal flavors, and unforgettable pairings.
Cost: 3 courses + a sweet bite | $95 per person (excl. tax & gratuity)
Reservations available 6–8pm.
This dinner will sell quickly — Federica’s visits always do. Prepay with your booking online at Open Table.

Carmela's First Thursday Wine Tasting
2025-10-02 17:30 - 20:30 | Carmela’s Bistro, 4141 Pioneer Woods Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68506, United States
Theme: Big Reds Around the World
Cooler weather has some of us seeking bold red wines to comfort our insides. Tonight, you can try 5 interesting reds from 5 different wine regions. If you love red wines, you won’t want to miss tonight. Best to book a reservation for this one.
Cost: 5 wines for $10.00.
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations recommended, please call 402.489.0005.

Avoli Osteria's Cantina Zeni Wine Dinner
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Avoli Osteria, 5013 Underwood Ave., Omaha, NE, 68132, United States
Zeni Wine Dinner with Federica Zeni
Join Avoli Osteria and The Italian Vine as we welcome Federica Zeni, fifth generation owner of Cantina Zeni. Guests will enjoy a multi-course wine dinner, thoughtfully curated to highlight Zeni’s wines from the regions of Lake Garda & Verona.
Cost: $165 per person + tax and gratuity
Wine dinner will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m.
Reservations are required and can be made online via Google Forms.

SOLD OUT - Wine, food, and Audrey Hepburn at Piedmont Bistro
2025-10-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Piedmont Bistro, 1265 S Cotner Blvd Ste 38, Lincoln, NE, 68510, United States
If you appreciate the Golden Era of Cinema and especially Audrey Hepburn, you’ll love our event on Friday, October 3rd from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at Piedmont Bistro. Author Joe Navratil a man often referred to as “The most interesting man in the world” will read from his novel that reimagines Audrey Hepburn navigating contemporary life with an adoring suitor. This is a rare opportunity to experience an unforgettable night of literature, wine, and cinematic nostalgia. Your ticket includes:

A signed copy of the book
Four chef-created dishes
Four outstanding wine pairings

All for just $60. Only 12 seats are available, and several are already reserved, so don’t wait!
Call PIedmont Bistro at 402-975-2816 and specify your reservation is for this event.

SOLD OUT - Fariner's Domaine Ami French Wine Dinner
2025-10-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Fariner, 120 N. 14th Street, Ashland, Nebraska, 68003
Join us at Fariner Bakery, Wine Merchant & Market in Ashland for a night of rustic French cuisine paired with Domaine Ami’s biodynamic wines from Burgundy. Following many years apart, dear friends Paul Perarnau and Willy Roulendes reunited in 2019 to establish Domaine Ami (“ami” being French for “friend”). The estate is aptly named, as this venture stems from a story of friendship between the two men. Today, they head a five-hectare vineyard in Paris-l’Hôpital, near Les Maranges, west of Santenay in Burgundy. These two friends are not afraid to break the mould when it comes to their vines. They have dared break the traditional rules of one of the world’s most prestigious regions, renowned for its superb Pinot Noirs, Gamays, Chardonnays and Aligotés. Paul and Willy have played with southern grape varieties such as Grenache and Syrah, resulting in some rather atypical blends. You are sure to find the wines as unique as they are delicious and perfectly paired with rustic French cuisine!
Cost: $160 per person
Seated dinner starting promptly at 6:00 p.m. (approximately 3 hours long for a leisurely French dining experience)
This dinner will sell quickly as Fariner’s wine dinners always sell out. Prepay with your booking online at EVENTS | Fariner Bakery

Villa Amore Third Wednesday Wine Tasting
2025-10-15 17:30 - 20:00 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Theme: Autumn in Italy
Tonight, you can try some familiar favorites from some of Italy’s diverse wine regions. Jon will help you explore wines that you may have never thought about trying but tonight you will be glad you did.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00
Open House 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Reservations recommended, please call 402.476.5300.

Amaro & Oak's In Depth Exploration of Nebbiolo
2025-10-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Amaro & Oak, 1125 Q Street, Lincoln, NE, 68508, United States
An in-depth exploration of Nebbiolo
Theme: Learn about Nebbiolo one of the world’s most intriguing varieties
In the first wine tasting event ever at this cool establishment, tonight, you can get a rare look at Piedmont, Italy’s Nebbiolo grape. Nebbiolo makes Barolo, “The King of Wines, and the wine of Kings”, Barbaresco, and many more. You will try 10 Nebbiolo based wines in a guided tasting with Sophia Charow from Rosenthal wine merchants. The tasting comes with salumi, cheeses, and small bites.
Cost: $75.00 per person for 10 wine samples and small bites
Seated tasting beings at 6:00pm
Reservations: e-mail to casabovina@piedmontese.com

Art & Soul Third Thursday Wine Tasting
2025-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Theme: Wines with Spooky Labels

Third Thursday Wine Night is upon us! Join us for a cozy and spirited evening featuring three unique wines with spooky labels – perfect for the season. We will be tasting Cirelli Wines of Anarchy Bianco, Marchesi Biscardo Corvina & Fulcrum Madman Red Blend.

Cost: 3 wines for $15.00, perfect with optional charcuterie boards

Open House 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
No Reservations required, for questions please call 402.483.1744.

Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits Monthly Wine Tasting
2025-10-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits, 9661 Renee Ave, Suite 4, Plattsmouth, Nebraska, 68048
Theme: Stock the Cellar
With snow days and holidays right around the corner, the last thing you want to do is run out of wine! Sean will guide you through this expanded tasting, sharing insider tips on each of the 8 wines. Whether you’re looking for the perfect bottle for a holiday dinner or just want to enjoy the rich flavors of the season, this tasting will have something for every wine lover. As we welcome the season of giving, we’re offering exclusive discounts on select bottles, so you can take home your favorites and enjoy them through the holidays or gift them to loved ones!
Cost: 8 wines and selected spirits, with small bites for $10.00.
Open House from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Reservations are not needed for this event

Le Voltaire's A Rare Evening in Bordeaux
2025-10-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Le Voltaire, 569 N 155th Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68154
Le Voltaire and The Italian Vine invite you to an unforgettable evening celebrating the wines, history, and spirit of Bordeaux, France, on Thursday, October 23rd.
Hosted by Chef Wilson, acclaimed for his mastery of French and Afro-Caribbean cuisine, and featuring special guest Jérôme Jeandin, a leading expert in French wines from Monsieur Touton, this event offers a rare opportunity to experience Bordeaux through expert insight, storytelling, and taste.
Guests are welcome to arrive at 5:30 PM to enjoy cocktails and conversation with Jérôme before the evening begins. Dinner will be served promptly at 6:00 PM, featuring a curated menu paired with exceptional Bordeaux selections.
This is a special, one-night collaboration that brings together the culinary artistry of Le Voltaire and the wine expertise of The Italian Vine — an event not to be missed.
Join us for this unbelievably affordable experience — just $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Seating is limited. Reserve your place on Open Table and be part of this rare celebration of French food, wine, and culture.

Art & Soul Little Wine School Monthly Masterclass
2025-10-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Theme: Heroic Viticulture
Since we started making consistent trips to Southern Italy we have learned a lot about Heroic Viticulture. These are winemakers that go to extremes to bring you some of the coolest wines you can find. From harvesting down slope to the sea to harvesting 20 feet high on vines attached to trees and many other incredible grape growing feats.
Cost: 5 wines and charcuterie for $50.00
Guided Tasting From 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Reservations required, for questions and tickets please call 402.483.1744.

Dante's Friulian Feast with Count Fabio of Conte Attimis
2025-10-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Join us for a truly special evening as we welcome back Count Fabio of Conte Attimis-Maniago Winery for his second visit to Dante. Fabio isn’t just the owner of this historic Friulian estate — he’s an actual Count, bringing centuries of family tradition (and plenty of charisma) to the table. Guests will enjoy a 5-course Friulian feast with 5 wine pairings, highlighting the rich flavors of Northern Italy’s Friuli region — where alpine breezes meet Adriatic influences, and some of Italy’s most elegant, expressive wines are born.
Cost: 5 courses + 5 pours for $145 per person (excl. tax & gratuity)
Reservations available 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Seats are limited, and Fabio’s last visit was unforgettable – don’t miss this rare chance to dine, sip, and laugh with an Italian Count right here in Omaha. Prepay with your booking online at Open Table.

Florio's An Evening in Friuli: A Wine Dinner with Count Fabio d'Attimis-Maniago
2025-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating great company, food, and wine — featuring a five-course Italian dinner perfectly paired with wines from Count Fabio d’Attimis-Maniago, who will be joining us in person to present his family’s historic wines from Friuli, Italy.
This intimate dinner will highlight elegant Northern Italian flavors crafted by Tayler Trotta & Ashlyn Filipi, paired with Conte d’Attimis-Maniago’s award-winning wines — each course thoughtfully designed to bring the flavors of Friuli to your table.
Five-Course Menu & Pairings

Pear & Cranberry Salad – Sauvignon Blanc
Cacio e Pepe – Schioppettino
Wild Mushroom Ragu over Fried Polenta – Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso
Lemon–Garlic Seared Scallops – Pinot Grigio
Lemon White Chocolate Posset – Pinot Nero

Date & Time: October 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM Price: $75 per guest (includes five courses & wine pairings) Bottles available for purchase at special event pricing Only 30 seats available — prepaid reservations required & can be made online via Toast.

Hastings Cheese & Wine Shop tasting with Count Fabio d'Attimis
2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | The Cheese and Wine Shop, 615 W 2nd Street, Hastings, Nebraska, 68901
Coming from the Friuli region of northern Italy we welcome Count Fabio d’Attimis from Conte d’Attimis-Maniago winery. The winery has been in the family since 1585. Yes, over 400 years in the same family. Fabio is the 18th generation winemaker, who works alongside his father Count Alberto d’Attimis. Yes, you read that correctly. Count. There is Nobility in this family with an amazing story that will be shared with you at the event along with some very unique wine varietals (Tazzelenghe or Schioppettino) and the perfect cheese pairing for each wine.

For $35 you will taste through 4 of the Conte d’Attimis-Maniago wines, each paired with the perfect cheese for your enjoyment. You will also get to her Fabio tell the family and wineries story. The event will begin at 6:00pm on Thursday, October 30th. Please call the shop at 402-705-0090 for your seat and join us for this truly unique tasting.

When – Thursday, October 30th
Time – 6:00pm
Cost – $35 per person
Reserve – call the shop at 402-705-0090

Florio's First Wednesday Wine Tasting
2025-11-05 17:30 - 21:00 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
Theme: Thanksgiving Italian Style
While Thanksgiving isn’t celebrated in Italy, they produce amazing wines to help us celebrate. Enjoy five wines that are perfect for your Thanksgiving table.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta For $10.00.
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations are required, please call 402.423.5576.

Carmela's First Thursday Wine Tasting
2025-11-06 17:30 - 21:00 | Carmela’s Bistro, 4141 Pioneer Woods Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68506, United States
Theme: Bubbles, Bubbles Everywhere
Did you know 90% of sparkling wine in the U.S. is consumed in November and December? Taste five sparkling wines from five regions that will capture your imagination.
Cost: 5 wines for $20.00.
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations recommended, please call 402.489.0005.

Dante's Holiday Walk Around Wine Tasting
2025-11-09 12:00 - 15:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Get ready for the holidays the best way we know how—by tasting unlimited wine and pizza.
Join us for a festive open-house style afternoon filled with sparkling, red, and white wines—the perfect bottles for Thanksgiving tables, holiday parties, and gift-giving. Sip as much as you’d like, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
And because no party is complete without pizza, enjoy all-you-can-eat Margherita pizza straight from our wood-fired oven.
Sunday, November 9 | 12–3 PM | $45 per person
Unlimited wine. Unlimited pizza. Unlimited holiday fun.
Bonus: All wine purchased will be ready for pick-up before Thanksgiving.
Unlimited Wine Tasting Tickets

SOLD OUT - La Casa Pizzeria East Masseria Frattasi Wine Dinner
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | La Casa Pizzeria East, 4432 Leavenworth Street, Omaha, NE, 68105, United States
Theme: Masseria Frattasi wines of Campania
Join us for a wonderful dinner, where Sean will discuss and share 5 wines from Masseria Frattasi, perfectly paired with amazing food.
Cost: $65
Seated Tasting starting at 6:30 p.m.
Reservations are required, call 402.556.6464.

Main Street Cellars Meet The Winemaker Event with Mike Duffy of Optima and Danny Glover of l'Objet
2025-11-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Main Street Cellars, 2714 North Main Street, Elkhorn, 68022
Theme: le Voltaire Private Label
Winemakers Mike Duffy of Optima and Danny Glover of l’Objet wines will be at Main Street Cellars with Chef Wilson Calixte of le Voltaire Restaurant Francais for a very special event. You will get to try some of the winemaker’s wines, as well as the proprietary blends they made for le Voltaire, with food from le Voltaire.
Cost: $25.00 per person for tasting of 3 curated wines perfectly paired with small bites from Le Voltaire
Open House Tasting from 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Reservations required and can be made by emailing: mainstreetcellarmanager@gmail.com

SOLD OUT - Fariner Bakery Wine Tasting with Claudia Adami - Riva Dei Frati
2025-11-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Fariner, 120 N. 14th Street, Ashland, Nebraska, 68003
Enjoy Claudia’s Proseccos paired with creative small bites from Fariner.
Cost: 3 wines + bites – $25
Seated tasting at 6:00 p.m.
Reservations required (very limited seating) – tickets can be purchased online at EVENTS | Fariner Bakery

Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits Monthly Wine Tasting
2025-11-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits, 9661 Renee Ave, Suite 4, Plattsmouth, Nebraska, 68048
Theme: Famous Wine Regions of the World: Sonoma County, California
Join Sean for our monthly tasting as we continue exploring some of the greatest wine regions in the world, and the diverse wines they produce. Our next stop is Sonoma! This area of California is home to the Mayacamas Mountains, Carneros hills, Russian River Valley and the Pacific Coastline, offering more soil diversity than all of France, from fertile loam to volcanic soil.
Cost: 6 wines and small bites for $10.00.
Open House Tasting from 5:30 to 7:30
Reservations are not needed

Villa Amore's Third Wednesday Wine Tasting
2025-11-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Theme: Harvest Celebration
Celebrate the end of harvest with five wines from five Italian regions.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00
Open House 5:30 – 8:00
Reservations recommended, please call 402.476.5300.

Hastings Cheese & Wine Shop Wine Tasting with Claudia Adami – Riva Dei Frati
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | The Cheese and Wine Shop, 615 W 2nd Street, Hastings, Nebraska, 68901
A cozy evening of Prosecco and artisanal cheese pairings.
Cost: $25 per person
Seated tasting at 6:00 p.m.
Reservations required – call 402.556.6464 (these events sell out early)

Art & Soul's Third Thursday Wine Tasting
2025-11-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Theme: Wines for Thanksgiving Dinner
Avoid wine-pairing disappointment by tasting before the big day.
Cost: 3 wines for $15, perfect with optional charcuterie boards
Open House 5:30 – 8:00
No Reservations required, for questions please call 402.483.1744.

Napoli's Wine Tasting with Claudia Adami – Riva Dei Frati
2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Napoli’s, 5571 S 48th St, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Enjoy high-quality Prosecco and Italian bites in Napoli’s newly remodeled space.
Cost: $20 per person
Seated tasting: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Reservations required – call 531.500.3540

Circo's Zeni Wine Dinner
2025-11-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Circo, 19102 Q Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68135
Join us at Circo for a special wine dinner featuring wines from Zeni, a family that has been producing world class wines that speak to the history and terroir of Veneto
Cost: $125 per person
Seated tasting begins at 6:00 p.m.
Limited to 25 attendees. Call 402.884.9009 to reserve your seat!

WBSO Korbin Kameron Wine Tasting
2025-12-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Wine Beer & Spirits Omaha, 3435 Oak View Dr, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144
Join us at Wine, Beer and Spirits Omaha on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 5:30pm for a special Korbin Kameron Wine Tasting with Korbin Ming, General Manager/Viticulturist/Winemaker.
Cost: $20 per person at the door
5:30 – 6:00 p.m. – Bubbles & Bites
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Meet & greet with Korbin to sample 3 of his estate wines
