The Italian Vine

Dante's Annual Truffle Dinner
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
The Truffle Dinner — The Most Anticipated Event of the YearThursday, December 4 | Reservations 6–8pm | $250 per person
It’s back — the event our guests wait for all year. On Thursday, December 4, join us for an indulgent 5-course, 5-pour truffle feast, where every dish celebrates the depth and luxury of truffles at their peak season.
The evening’s wines will be carefully chosen and poured by Grant Gaston of The Italian Vine, featuring his personal favorites from Piedmont — bold, elegant, and perfectly suited to truffle season.
This is our most coveted event of the year, and seats are extremely limited.
📅 Thursday, December 4🍴 5 courses + 5 pours | $250 per person (excl. tax & gratuity)⏰ Reservations available 6–8pm
👉 Reserve your place for an unforgettable night of truffles, Piedmont wines, and Dante hospitality.

SOLD OUT - Camela's Annual Christmas Wine Dinner
2025-12-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Carmela’s Bistro, 4141 Pioneer Woods Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68506, United States
Join us for Carmela’s annual five-course Christmas Wine Dinner – A Grinch Inspired Christmas Party. Ugly sweaters and Grinchy attire encouraged. Menu & wine selections to follow.
Five-courses with wine pairings $78 per person
Thursday, December 4th – seated dinner starting promptly at 7pm
Reservations can be made by calling 402-489-0005 or online at https://carmelasbistroandwinebar.com/

Dante's 16th Anniversary Wine Showcase
2025-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Join us for a special open-house wine tasting celebrating Dante’s 16 Year Anniversary. Be among the first to experience the complete Dante Wine Collection, with all five wines available together for the first time. Enjoy an afternoon of great wine and conversation as you taste through the full lineup, including new releases, learn the story behind Dante’s family of wines, and stock up for your holiday gatherings.
Cost: $16 per person for a tasting of all 5 Dante Wines
Open House from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Reservations can be made online via Open Table.

Wine Experience Christmas Wine Tasting
2025-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Wine Experience, 415 N Main Street, Fremont, Nebraska, 68025
Join us for a special Christmas Wine Tasting at Wine Experience on Sunday, December 7th from 2pm-4pm. $40 per person. Tickets can be purchased by calling 402.620.4731.

SOLD OUT - Camela’s Annual Christmas Wine Dinner (SECOND DATE ADDED)
2025-12-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Carmela’s Bistro, 4141 Pioneer Woods Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68506, United States
Join us for Carmela’s annual five-course Christmas Wine Dinner – A Grinch Inspired Christmas Party. Ugly sweaters and Grinchy attire encouraged. Menu & wine selections to follow.
Five-courses with wine pairings $78 per person
Sunday, December 7th – seated dinner starting promptly at 7pm
Reservations can be made by calling 402-489-0005 or online at https://carmelasbistroandwinebar.com/

Villa Amore Third Wednesday Wine Tasting
2025-12-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Theme: The Wines of Puglia
Tonight we head to Puglia, the “heel of the boot.” Puglia is often underrated, yet it produces wines of remarkable depth and structure. If you enjoy deep, powerful, smooth reds, you’ll find some stunners tonight.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00
Open House 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Reservations recommended, please call 402.476.5300.

Art & Soul's Third Thursday Wine Tasting
2025-12-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Theme: Fireside Reds & Chocolate Pairing
Red wine and chocolate is always a fun match. These three wines are fantastic on their own, and we can’t wait to see how they pair with Lulubee chocolates—always exceptional.
Cost: 3 wines for $15, perfect with optional charcuterie boards
Open House 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
No Reservations required, for questions please call 402.483.1744.

SOLD OUT - Art & Soul's A Toast to the Holidays - A Champagne & Bubbles Tasting
2025-12-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Let’s raise our glasses and celebrate the holidays with a fun champagne and bubbles tasting event!

A Toast to the Holidays: A Celebration of Champagne & Bubbles
Whether you’re a champagne connoisseur or new to the world of bubbles, this tasting promises to be a fun, educational, and festive experience.
What’s Included:

A curated selection of 5 sparkling wines from around the world.
Tasting notes and fun facts to enhance your experience.
The perfect atmosphere to sip, savor, and celebrate with friends or loved ones.
Light, gourmet bites.

Don’t miss out on this bubbly celebration — reserve your spot today!
Cost – $49.87 per person with tax for 5 wines and light gourmet bites
Reservations required – purchase your tickets at eventbrite.com

Florio's First Wednesday Wine Tasting
2026-01-07 17:30 - 20:30 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
First Wednesday Wine Tasting
Theme: Island Wines
Every region in Italy is remarkable in its own way, and the islands of Sicily and Sardinia bring yet another dimension. The wines from these islands are as unique and compelling as the people who make them, reflecting the place they come from. Tonight, learn more about these fascinating wines.
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
2026-01-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Carmela’s Bistro, 4141 Pioneer Woods Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68506, United States
First Thursday Wine Tasting
Theme: New Year, New Wines
We are constantly seeking new wines to bring to our market but adding to the 1,300+ wines we already carry can be challenging. When things go well, we find wines that truly work—wines we think you’ll find interesting and exciting. Join us at Carmela’s as we explore new additions to our portfolio from around the world.
Cost: 5 wines for $15
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations recommended, please call 402.489.0005.

Art & Soul Third Thursday Wine Tasting
2026-01-15 17:30 - 20:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Third Thursday Wine Tasting
Theme: Southern Hemisphere Summer Wines
Can you imagine living where it’s summer right now? We’ll share wines from the other side of the Equator, featuring selections from South Africa, South America, and New Zealand.
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.

Beaver Lake Beer, Wine, and Spirits Monthly Wine Tasting
2026-01-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Beaver Lake Beer, Wine & Spirits, 9661 Renee Ave, Suite 4, Plattsmouth, Nebraska, 68048
Theme: The Wines of South America
Join us as we continue our tour of world wine regions tastings with Sean. While it’s winter here, it’s summer in south America! We’ll enjoy six wines from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay.
Cost: $10 per person for 6 wines
Open House: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Reservations are not needed.

Villa Amore's Third Thursday Wine Tasting
2026-01-21 17:30 - 20:30 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Third Wednesday Wine Tasting
Theme: Winter Warmers/Fireplace Wines
This is the season for wines with more depth and structure—wines that warm you from the inside out. While the focus is on reds, we’ve also included a delicious white that fits the bill.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00
Open House 5:30 – 8:00
Reservations recommended, please call 402.476.5300.

Wilderness Ridge Wine Club Kick-off
2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Wildernes Ridge, 1800 Wilderness Woods Place, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
January 22nd (Thursday): Wilderness Ridge
Wilderness Ridge Wine Club Kick-Off
Theme: Cabernet is King
Get ready to sip, savor, and explore at Cabernet Around the World! This in-person tasting experience is your passport to bold, expressive Cabernets from some of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. Taste wines side-by-side, discover how climate and terroir shape each glass, and enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere designed for both curious newcomers and seasoned wine lovers alike. Expect great flavors, engaging conversation, and even better company as you broaden your palate one pour at a time.Whether you’re expanding your wine knowledge or simply enjoying a great night out, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.
Cost: 4 wines for $25
Open House tasting from 5:30 – 7:00
Reservations required, for tickets and questions please call 402.434.5118.
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Semo Fremont Paolo Bea Wine Dinner
2026-01-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Semo Pasta + Wine, 414 N Main St, Fremont, NE, 68025, United States
Paolo Bea Wine Dinner
Theme: The Wines of Paolo Bea
Paolo Bea is one of Italy’s most iconic wine producers. Their wines are allocated worldwide and represent the purest expression of Umbrian varieties. Tasting eight of these wines in one evening is a rare opportunity anywhere in the world. These wines are big, bold, and delightfully unpredictable. And when you reserve your spot, you are automatically entered to win a free bottle of wine!
Cost: 8 courses+ Wine and Amaro pairing $190
Seated Tasting: 6:00pm
Reservations Required and can be made online via Toast by clicking here.

Dante's An Evening of Nonna's Italian Comfort Food
2026-01-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Pull up a chair.
We’re kicking off 2026 with the kind of Italian meal your Nonna would approve of.The recipes that have been passed down through generations. The dishes that taste like home.
On Thursday, January 29th, join us for a four-course wine dinner celebrating the classics. Just honest, soulful Italian cooking paired with wines from our own Dante private label.
Here’s what we’re serving:
We’ll start with a Caesar salad—the real deal with proper anchovies, garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Crisp romaine, creamy dressing, the way it was meant to be made.
Next, pasta tossed in red sauce that’s been simmering since morning. The kind of Sunday gravy that fills the whole house with the smell of tomatoes, garlic, and time. Simple. Perfect.
Then comes porchetta—herb-rubbed pork roasted until the skin crackles and shatters, the meat inside tender and fragrant with rosemary and fennel. This is the centerpiece dish, the one that makes everyone at the table go quiet for a moment.
And for dessert? Tiramisu. Because some things are non-negotiable. Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa. The kind that makes you close your eyes and sigh.
Each course is paired with a wine from the Dante private label collection. Wines Nonna would have poured on Sunday afternoons when the whole family gathered around the table.
The Details:
Date: Thursday, January 29th
Time: Reservations available 6-8pm
Price: $95 per person (includes all food and wine pairings) or $65 (only food option)*
Seating is limited to ensure an intimate experience
Reserve your spot by clicking the link below. These dinners fill up quickly, so don’t wait.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the table.
Make your Wine Dinner Reservations here via Toast.
*If you choose to not partake in wine, $30 will be refunded in person at the dinner

Florio's First Wednesday Wine Tasting
2026-02-04 17:30 - 20:30 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
Join us on Wednesday, February 4th at Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille for Wine Down Wednesday: Romantic Italy, a guided Italian wine tasting designed with date night in mind.
This month’s theme highlights elegant, expressive Italian wines, perfect for sharing and savoring together.
The wine tasting includes:
• Five curated Italian wines
• A small order of bruschetta
• Guided tasting notes and regional insights
The full dinner menu will be available during the event, so you can enjoy dinner alongside the tasting.
We’ve updated the way we host Wine Down Wednesday to make your experience even better.
PLEASE NOTE – UPDATED TASTING FORMAT To provide the best possible tasting experience, Wine Down Wednesday is now offered in two seating times only.
When making your reservation for the Wine Tasting, please select one of the times listed below:
• 5:30 PM
• 6:45 PM
By having each group move through the wines together, we’re able to deliver smoother service and a more enjoyable guided tasting for everyone.
Limited seating. Reservations required – book online here.

Carmela's Valentine's Wine Dinner
2026-02-05 18:30 - 21:00 | Carmela’s Bistro, 4141 Pioneer Woods Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68506, United States
Annual Valentine’s Wine Dinner
Theme: Valentine’s Vine Dinner
Cupid just RSVP’d. Did you? Our Annual Valentine’s Wine Dinner is happening Thursday, February 5th at 6:30 PM.
Five gorgeous courses + perfectly paired wines!
Bring your sweetheart, your bestie, or your new crush!
Wine Pairings coming soon!
Cost: Five gorgeous courses + perfectly paired wines $85 per person
Seated Tasting at 6:30pm
Reservations required and this event will sell out quickly, please call 402.489.0005 or make your reservation online at CarmelasBistroandWineBar.com

Lincoln's Historic Haymarket's 40th Annual Chocolate Lover's Fantasy
2026-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Graduate Hotel, 141 N 9th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508
Saturday, February 7, 2026

Join us at the Graduate Hotel on February 7th for the 40th Annual Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy!

Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy features creations from local chocolatiers from around the Lincoln area. Each chocolatier will share about their craft and their chocolate treats. All chocolates will be paired with wines provided by The Italian Vine. A Silent Auction is part of the event!
Tickets are $65 per person or $520 for a reserved table of 8.
Cocktail hour will begin at 6pm and the tasting portion will begin at 7pm.
Tickets must be purchased in advance by clicking here.

SOLD OUT - Dante's Chef's Table Dinner Series
2026-02-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Introducing our new Chef’s Table Dinner Series—an intimate, one-night-only experience hosted by Chef Nick Strawhecker and Sommelier Grant Gaston. The first dinner is Monday, February 9th, limited to 10 seats at $150 per person. Nick and Grant will be cooking, pouring, serving, and sharing the stories behind each course and pairing. Expect a paced, personal meal where you’ll feel less like you’re at a restaurant and more like you’ve been invited into the kitchen.
Details:
First Dinner: Monday, February 9th at 7pm
Seats: Limited to 10 guests
Price: $150 per person
Experience: Intimate multi-course dinner with curated pours, hosted tableside by Nick + Grant
Reserve Chef’s Table tickets here via Toast

Four 30 Salon & Boutique Wine Tasting Sip & Shop
2026-02-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Four 30 Salon & Boutique, 430 Main Street, Plattsmouth, NE, 68048, United States
Theme: Love Month French Wine Tasting Sip & Shop
Four 30 Salon and Boutique hosts Beaver Lake Beer Wine & Spirits for a one-of-a-kind wine tasting & boutique shopping event! Grab a friend and travel to France with us. Each $10 wine tasting includes:

Six pours of divine French wines
A $10 voucher to use in the boutique that night
Light appetizers & refreshments

Wine will be available for purchase the night of the event giving you the opportunity to grab the perfect gift for your Valentine AND yourself! Every bottle purchased will get a free Valentine’s Day gift bag. Purchase 3 bottles, or more, and get a bag of Chocolate Truffles!

Cost: 6 French Wine tasting for $10 per person (included light appetizers & refreshments and a $10 voucher to use in the boutique that night.
Open House Sip & Shop 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
No reservation or ticket needed, just pay at the door.

Art & Soul Valentine's Wine Tasting
2026-02-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Nebraska
February 11th (Wednesday): Art & Soul
Guided Wine Tasting
Theme: Love Notes from Italy – A Romantic Experience
Italian wine more than anything can help you make romantic connections like no other thing. The places, the people, and the stories in many ways make it unique in the wonderful world of wine. Join Jon tonight as he takes you on an adventure through some of Italy’s magical wine regions.
Cost: 5 wines paired with Valentine’s themed charcuterie for $55.00
Seated Tasting: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Reservations required & can be purchases here via EventBrite

Fariner Valentine's Wine Dinner with Nathalie Richez
2026-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Fariner, 120 N. 14th Street, Ashland, Nebraska, 68003
February 15th (Sunday): Fariner
Nathalie Richez Wine Dinner
Theme: Burgundian Wine Dinner
Bring your sweetie or best friend out for a Sunday Dinner filled with foods to enjoy together. Featuring wines by Natalie Richez, a relative newcomer to the Burgundian scene, having not been born into it but coming to it herself.
$160 per person for four courses with wine pairings
Seated wine dinner from 6:00pm – 9:00pm
This event will sell out, as the wine dinners at Fariner always do. Tickets must be purchased in advance at EVENTS | Fariner Bakery

Villa Amore Third Wednesday Wine Tasting
2026-02-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
February 18th (Wednesday): Villa Amore
Third Wednesday Wine Tasting
Theme: Soft, Smooth, and Sexy
Tonight join Jon as he shows you wines that are elegant and smooth. Perfect for a chilly Wednesday night in a warm, cozy restaurant like Villa Amore.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00
Open House 5:30 – 8:00
Reservations recommended, please call 402.476.5300.

Art & Soul Third Thursday Wine Tasting
2026-02-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
February 19th (Thursday): Art and Soul
Third Thursday Wine Tasting
Theme: A Perfect Pair: Wine and Chocolate
Wine and chocolate each on their own brings many of us great pleasure but put them together and it expands the enjoyment even more. Try three interesting wines tonight that make the delicious, sweet, chocolates from Lulubee Artisanal Chocolates even more enjoyable.
Cost: 3 wines for $15, perfect with optional chocolate charcuterie boards
Open House 5:30 – 8:00
No Reservations required, for questions please call 402.483.1744.

Dante's Unlimited Wine Tasting with Nicola Biscardo "The Italian Wine Ambassador"
2026-02-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Sip, stroll, and taste your way through an afternoon built for wine lovers. This unlimited wine tasting at Dante is open-house style so come anytime between 12:00–3:00 p.m., move at your own pace, and enjoy unlimited sips as you explore a lineup of wines from the portfolio of Nicola Biscardo presented by the Italian Wine Ambassador himself.
Date: Sunday, February 22nd
Time: 12pm–3pm (open house style—arrive anytime)
Price: $40 per person includes Margharita Pizza
Includes: Unlimited wine tasting & Margherita throughout the event
Reserve Unlimited Wine Tasting tickets here via Toast

Florio's Wine Dinner with Nicola Biscardo
2026-02-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
February 24th (Tuesday): Florio’s
Nicola Biscardo Wine Dinner
Theme: The wines of the Amalfi Coast/Campania
The Amalfi Coast is known for its remarkable scenery, beaches, weather and hospitality but it’s also home of some compelling wine makers. Tonight, Nicola will introduce you to arguably the best winery on the Amalfi Coast and one of Campania’s most important and historic wine makers. These wines are unique to The Italian Vine, and we cherish our relationship with the wineries in this distinctive wine region. The wines will be paired with special creations from the team at Florio’s. The last wine dinner at Florio’s was special.
Cost: Four-Course Dinner with Wine Pairings for $75
Seated Tasting: Dinner begins at 6:00
Reservations are required, please call 402.423.5576.

The Cheese and Wine Shop of Hasting Wine Tasting with Nicola Biscardo
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | The Cheese and Wine Shop, 615 W 2nd Street, Hastings, Nebraska, 68901
February 27th (Friday): The Cheese and Wine Shop of Hastings
Taste and learn with Italian wine maker Nicola Biscardo
Theme: What is organic wine making and what’s the big deal?
Tonight, you can meet the legendary Nicola Biscardo from Verona, Italy. Nicola works with dozens of Italy’s greatest wine makers including some who are at the forefront of what is known as organic or natural wine making. Nicola will break down wine terminology that seems complex into what is quite fascinating.
Cost: 5 wines and Charcuterie for $45
Seated Tasting at 6:00 pm.
Reservations are required, please call 402.705.0090
