The Italian Vine

Spanish Wine Class at Wine Experience
2024-07-27 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Wine Experience, 415 N Main Street, Fremont, Nebraska, 68025
Theme: Intro to Spanish Wines
We’ll spend the afternoon sampling and discussing five different wines from all around Spain. Everyone will get their own themed charcuterie box.
Cost: $40 per person
Seated classroom style tasting from 3pm-5pm.
Reservations are required, call 402.620.4731. Seating is limited.

Rosenthal Wine Takeover at Dante
2024-07-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Join Darrell Greiwe with Rosenthal Wine Merchants and The Italian Vine’s Grant Gaston, both very well respected and knowledgeable Sommeliers for a Rosenthal Wine Takeover at Dante. This event is no cost, and all Rosenthal selections Dante carries will be half price. Rosenthal Wine Merchants are renowned importers of carefully selected, high quality wines from small, artisanal producers, ensuring exceptional and authentic wine experiences. Darrell and Grant will be present to educate you on this amazing portfolio which includes Paolo Bea, Montevertine, Brovia and Luigi Oddero. It is the perfect time to stock your cellar as well because all retail Rosenthal wine will be discounted. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy some of the finest wines at an unbeatable price.
Make your reservation online today!

Monthly Wine Tasting at Lola's
2024-07-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Lola’s, 4952 Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68132
We’ll be sampling the Lola’s Wine Club July selection and a bonus bottle also!
Cost: 3 wines for $10.00 – free for wine club members
Seated tasting between 5 – 7 pm.
Reservations are encouraged, call 402.850.7585 to book your reservation.

Sicily Wine Dinner at Semo
2024-07-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Semo Pasta + Wine, 414 N Main St, Fremont, NE, 68025, United States
Join us for a 6 course Wine Dinner inspired by Sicily’s rich history + food culture, paired with 5 Sicilian wines + Limoncello. The menu will be featuring Caviar, Lamb + Fresh Seafood. Guest Pouring will be by our very own Italian Wine Expert, Melissa.

6 courses + 6 pairings, $160
Wednesday, July 24th at 6:00pm.
This event will sell out so make your reservations online today!

Dante Wine School: Piedmont with Mark McDonald
2024-07-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Join us for a journey through Piedmont, Italy’s prestigious wine region, led by Italian Wine expert and owner of The Italian Vine, Mark McDonald. Explore the rich history and unique flavors of Piedmont’s finest wines. Known for its exceptional Barolo, Barbaresco, and Barbera wines, Piedmont offers a unique terroir and winemaking tradition that will be explored in depth. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious novice, this class offers a perfect blend of education and tasting. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your appreciation for one of Italy’s premier wine regions!

Tickets $40 per person and can be purchased onlineSaturday, July 20thClass starts at 2pm and lasts approximately 60 minutes

Third Thursday Wine Tasting at Art & Soul
2024-07-18 17:30 - 21:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Theme: West Coast Wines
California, Oregon, and Washington all produce some wonderful wines. Tonight, you can gain an appreciation for some of the great wines being made near the Pacific Coast of the United States.
Cost: 3 wines for $12
Open House 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
No Reservations required, for questions please call 402.483.1744.

Producer Dinner Series: La Meridiana with Federico Primo at Dante
2024-07-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Wine Dinner with Federico Primo
Theme: The King of Barbera
Our series of wine dinners with Dante this year is almost like a “greatest hits” lineup and the hits keep on coming. This month, we will enjoy the great Barbera wines of Federico Primo from Tenuta Meridiana in Piedmont, Italy. Federico has taken over the winery from the man who had made Tenuta Meridiana an iconic producer of Barbera. Tonight, you will gain an intimate appreciation for the full range of Barbera along with cuisine that is hard to find on this side of the Atlantic Ocean.
With a rich heritage spanning five generations, Tenuta La Meridana has been a beacon of winemaking excellence since 1890. Specializing in the Barbera grape, this historic winery has remained dedicated to producing exceptional wines, with Barbera being their sole focus until recently. Today, Tenuta La Meridana continues to impress with eight distinctive expressions of Barbera, including sparkling, rosé, dessert wines, and both village and single vineyard dry Barbera selections.
Federico Primo embodies the winery’s philosophy: blending the wisdom of tradition with the innovations of the present and the aspirations of the future. This unique approach has allowed Tenuta La Meridana to preserve their legacy while continuously striving for excellence. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to meet Federico Primo and experience the exquisite wines of Tenuta La Meridana.
Four Courses & Four Pours:
* Wood-Roasted & Chilled Porchetta w/ Tonato
* Nebraska Sweet Corn Risotto
* Agnolotti dal plin w/ blistered Nebraska Tomatoes
* Wood-Roasted Squab w/ Nebraska Tart Cherries
$100 per person
Wednesday, July 17th
Reservations available between 5:00 – 8:15pm
Reservations required, call Dante at 402.932.3078 or reservations can be made online.

Third Wednesday Wine Tasting at Villa Amore
2024-07-17 17:30 - 21:00 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Theme: Sangiovese Showcase
Sangiovese is the most widely planted grape in all of Italy, and it’s the “king” wine grape of Tuscany. Tonight, you will gain an appreciation for the nuance of how this variety can be produced in different sub-regions of Tuscany. The differences are striking, and you will enjoy this experience.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00
Open House 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Reservations recommended, call 402.476.5300.

Barbera Tasting with Federico Primo of Tenuta La Meridiana at Corkscrew Rockbrook
2024-07-16 16:30 - 19:30 | Corkscrew Rockbrook, 10924 Prairie Brook Rd, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144
Join us for a lovely event with Federico Primo of Tenuta La Meridiana! Federico was the CFO of an international company who left that career to realize the dream of becoming a wine producer. In 2017, after a careful planning and study process, he identified Tenuta la Meridiana, a winery in the Monferrato region located in Montegrosso d’Asti focused on the production of Barbera d’Asti. Today Federico is a happy “new” agricultural entrepreneur, who has realized his dream of working in contact with nature, combining his managerial skills with a passion for wine and the promotion of the Italian territory. This is a wonderful opportunity to taste Barbera, and a great introduction to Italian wines for those who are less familiar.

This event is Free to Wedge Members and $10 for other guests. Your $10 can be used as a credit toward any bottles you take home from the tasting! Tickets can be purchased in advance online.

Wine and Cheese with Italian Wine Maker Federico Primo
2024-07-15 18:00 - 20:00 | The Cheese and Wine Shop, 615 W 2nd Street, Hastings, Nebraska, 68901
Theme: The world’s greatest Barbera with artisan cheese
Federico Primo from Tenuta La Meridiana, the Piedmont Region in Italy, will be visiting The Cheese and Wine Shop. Federico will be here to tell us his story and will be introducing us to his wines. Join us for a Cheese and Wine pairing specific to his five wines.
You will receive:

5 – 3oz tastings (that’s three glasses of wine!)
Cheese pairings for each wine
A plethora of information and knowledge

This event is well worth the short drive to Hastings. This beautiful shop is a blast. It will be even more special when you get to try the wines with the winemaker. Federico is the real deal. Charming, personable, and down to earth. You will love his wines.
*Pre-registration required – CALL to reserve 402-705-0090
$50 per person – limited space to registered guests only

Sparkling Wine Tasting Class at Fariner
2024-07-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Fariner, 120 N. 14th Street, Ashland, Nebraska, 68003
Have you ever felt a bit lost when tasting wine? Do you want to wow your friends with your knowledge and palate? We are partnering with Fariner Bakery, Wine Merchant & Market as they roll out their first ever wine tasting course, led by our Italian Wine Expert, Melissa. Come for a fun and tasty crash course featuring five extravagant sparkling wines carefully paired with delicious treats we all have hiding in our pantry.
Saturday, July 13th – 4pm to 6pm
Cost: $60 per person – tickets can be purchased in advance online.

First Wednesday Wine Tasting at Florio's
2024-07-03 05:30 - 21:00 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
Theme: Regional Spotlight on Friuli Venezia-Julia
Friuli is the greatest wine region in the world that most people have never heard of. Tonight we will explore a region that is steeped in wine-making tradition. Friuli produces some of the greatest white wines in the world, but also some unique reds that will delight your palate.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta For $10.00.
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations are required, call 402.423.5576.

Dante's Walk Around Wine Tasting with Unlimited Sips & Bites
2024-06-30 12:00 - 15:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Unlimited Italian Wine Tasting + Margherita pizza at this casual, drop in style walk around wine tasting. You’ll try over 25+ Summer Wines including sparking, rosé, crisp summer whites and the perfect reds for grilling. All of the wines will be available for purchase at below retail prices, and available for pick up at a later date. Tickets are $25 and include Unlimited Wine Tasting + Margherita Pizza and education from Omaha’s top wine professionals.
Sunday, June 30th, open house goes from 12:00 – 3:00pm, come anytime – $25 per guest.Reservations available for pre-purchase or day of at the door

Lola's Monthly Wine Tasting
2024-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Lola’s, 4952 Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68132
Theme: June Wines
We’ll be sampling the Lola’s Wine Club June selection and a bonus bottle also!
Cost: 3 wines for $10.00 – free for wine club members
Seated tasting between 5 – 7 pm.
Reservations are encouraged, call 402.850.7585 to book your reservation.

A Night of Food & Wine Pairings with Andrea Lucignani at Villa Amore Lincoln
2024-06-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Join us next week on Wednesday, June 26th, at 6pm for a special wine dinner at Villa Amore Lincoln with Andrea Lucignani, Italian Wine Expert, born and raised in Livorno, Tuscany.
Cost is $75 per person and includes 6 courses paired with wine.
Availability is limited, so please call (402)-476-5300 for reservations today!

Dante Wine School: Friuli with Mark McDonald
2024-06-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Friuli, Italy is one of the most compelling wine regions on earth. While most famous for amazing white wines, the red wines from Friuli are a rare treat that any wine lover will enjoy. At this Dante’s Italian Wine School this Saturday, you will Join Mark McDonald owner of The Italian Vine: Wine Distributors as he walks us through the great wines of Friuli, Italy (pictured middle along with Grant Gaston of The Italian Vine). You will learn about some very well-known varieties and some new ones. All of the wines you will taste in this class are amazing!

Mark started the Italian Vine in 2008 after living in Naples for two years. The Italian Vine is now a leader in supplying great Italian wines in the Nebraska market. We are proud of the longstanding relationship between Dante and The Italian Vine.

Register here: Dante Wine School: FRIULI W/ MARK MCDONALD

Saturday, June 22nd @ 2pm, $40 per person

Third Thursday Wine Tasting at Art & Soul
2024-06-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Art & Soul, 5740 Hidcote Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68516, United States
Theme: New Age Cosmic Wines
At first, it seems weird, planning everything around the wine-making process around the celestial calendar but when you examine the conviction of these winemakers and then experience the wine in the glass, it’s easy to become a believer. Join us tonight and see for yourself.
Cost: 3 wines for $12
Open House 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
No Reservations required, for questions please call 402.483.1744.

Third Wednesday Wine Tasting at Villa Amore
2024-06-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Villa Amore, 5353 North 27th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68521, United States
Theme: Producer Spotlight – Perusini
Nebraska is one of two states to carry wines from this esteemed producer from Friuli. We are impressed with this wine region and this winery is special. While this region is most famous for whites wines, the red wines will capture your imagination too.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta for $10.00
Open House 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Reservations recommended, call 402.476.5300.

SOLD OUT - Wine dinner featuring Raikes Beef Co. at Fariner
2024-06-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Fariner, 120 N. 14th Street, Ashland, Nebraska, 68003
Theme: Wine dinner featuring Raikes Beef Co.
Join the super cool people at Fariner in Ashland for an evening at the table and on the patio featuring wines presented by our very own Melissa Barnett. You’ll be greeted at the door with a welcome wine to find a seat and start the evening. The appetizer and main course feature fresh local eggs, produce, and American Wagyu from the Ashland area. For dessert, we will move to the patio for a seasonal creme brulee under the lights. Each course will be paired with a hand-selected wine and the evening will end with a classic cocktail. We invite you to bring your favorite cigar to enjoy on the patio.
Cost: $80 per person
Time: 6 pm
Tickets are required and can be purchased at farinerbakery.com/events. Please call 531.240.4404 with any questions.

Producer Dinner Series: Conte Attimis-Maniago with Marco Calligaris at Dante
2024-06-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
We are delighted to announce an exclusive five-course wine dinner on Thursday, June 13th at Dante, featuring the esteemed Marco Calligaris. Representing the oldest winery in the Friuli region, the Attimis-Maniago Estate has been in Marco’s family since 1585. This unique event offers an exceptional opportunity to savor a meticulously crafted five-course menu that showcases Dante’s renowned hyper-seasonal, wood-fired cuisine, with each course thoughtfully paired with one of these exquisite wines, enhancing the flavors of the dishes and highlighting the unique qualities of the wines. Join us for an unforgettable evening of fine dining and storytelling.Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to learn from Marco Calligaris and indulge in outstanding wines paired with Dante’s celebrated cuisine. Secure your place at this exclusive event by visiting our website or calling Dante.
Join us for an evening of engaging stories, extraordinary wines, and delectable food. Cheers to a night you won’t soon forget!
Thursday, June 13th Reservations available between 6-8:30pm
$115 per person, not including tax & gratuity

Reserve Wine Dinner

Pacific Cellars Thursday Wine Tasting
2024-06-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Pacific Cellars, 17919 Pierce Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68130, United States
Theme: Greek Wines!
This is a stop-in-when-it-works-for-you type of tasting.
Cost: $10 per person – waived with any bottle purchased from the tasting
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Reservations are not required, call 402.502.5468 with any questions.

Brotte Wine Dinner with Victor Migeon at Le Voltaire
2024-06-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Le Voltaire, 569 N 155th Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68154
Chef Wilson has released his menu for the Brotte Wine Dinner with Victor Migeon and you won’t want to miss it!
Doors open at 5pm and Amuse Bouche will be served at 6pm, so we encourage everyone to arrive between 5:30 and 6pm. Reservations are required with a credit card. Cost is $150 per person (tax and gratuity included).
Course One
Seared Foie Gras with grapes, figs & Armagnac.
Wine Pairing: Hauts de Barville Cotes du Rhone Blanc
Course Two
Seared Scallop with Crawfish Sauce & Haitian pikliz
Wine Pairing: Chateauneuf-du-Pape – Les Hauts de Barville
Course Three:
Braised Chicken with preserved lemons, green olives & cous cous
Wine Pairing: Carianne – Domaine Grosset
Course Four: Parmentier with lamb, potatoes & mirepoix
Wine Pairing: Cotes-du-Rhone – Esprit
Course Five: Presented Whole Roasted Duck with root vegetables & duck demiglace
Wine Pairing: Chateauneuf-du-Pape – Domaine Barville
Course Six:
Babas with peach compote & Chantilly Creme
Wine Pairing: Pommery Champagne
For reservations call 402-934-9374

Maison Brotte Chateauneuf-du-Pape Pop-Up Wine Tasting with Victor Migeon at Bin105
2024-06-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Bin 105 Quality Wines, 105 N 8th St, Ste 100, Lincoln, Neb
Join us for a tasting of 6 wines in the Brotte portfolio with Victo Migeon. Cost is $20 per person, with small plate available for additional purchase.
The Rhone River Valley in France is one of the world’s iconic wine making regions. It’s interesting to note that this beautiful region is a place where you can find great quality wines that can be found at great value. Tonight you will meet Frenchman, Victor Migeon, who will enlighten you about this fascinating region of France and you can taste wines from Maison Brotte that are an ideal representation of this great region.
We will be tasting the following wines:

Brotte Cotes du Rhone Blanc
Brotte Cotes du Rhone Rouge
Brotte Carianne
Brotte Chateauneuf du Pape Rouge
Brotte Les Haut de Barville Chateauneuf du Pape Rouge
Brotte Les Haut de Barville Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc

Advance ticket purchase required and this event will sell out. Tickets are available on Bin105’s website.

First Thursday Wine Tasting at Carmela's
2024-06-06 17:30 - 20:30 | Carmela’s Bistro, 4141 Pioneer Woods Drive, Lincoln, NE, 68506, United States
Theme: Wines for Father’s Day
Dads are special. While not all dads are alike, many are fond of bold red wines. Tonight, you will try some great ones. You can never go wrong at Carmela’s. They always deliver an enjoyable experience.
Cost: 5 wines for $10.00.
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations recommended, call 402.489.0005.

First Wednesday Wine Tasting at Florio's
2024-06-05 17:30 - 20:30 | Florio’s Italian Restaurant & Grille, 7300 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE, 68512, United States
Theme: Wines to Pair with Tomato Sauces
Pairing wine and food is fun. You can try 5 wines that work very well with tomato sauce tonight. The American idea of Italian food often consists of dishes that use tomato sauce and of course, there are a lot of great wines that compliment dishes made with tomato sauce. Tonight this is a great place to start your wine pairing journey.
Cost: 5 wines and Bruschetta For $10.00.
Seated Tasting at Either 5:30 or 6:45 p.m.
Reservations are required, call 402.423.5576.

SOLD OUT - German Wine Class at Fremont Wine Experience
2024-06-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Wine Experience, 415 N Main Street, Fremont, Nebraska, 68025
Melissa will be continuing her monthly wine school at Wine Experience this month, moving on to Germany! This fourth class in the series will feature the diverse and unexpected wines of Germany in a laid-back two-hour class with snacks. It’s not all sweet Riesling – there is so much more to explore! Learn about the grapes, regions and flavors. No need to have attended the previous classes to come learn and enjoy!
Cost $40 per person for 5 wines and personal charcuterie box.
Class time: 3pm-5pm
Reservations required and seating is limited. Call (402)-620-4731.

Thursday Night Wine Tasting at Pacific Cellars
2024-05-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Pacific Cellars, 17919 Pierce Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68130, United States
Theme: New Spring Wines
Stop by and sample some new spring wines that are popping up on the shelves at Pacific Cellars!
Cost: 4 wines for $10.00 or free for wine club members
This is an informal, Open House, stop-by-when-you-want between 5 – 8 pm type of tasting. – No reservations needed.

Sicilian Wine School with Nicola Biscardo at Dante
2024-05-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Dante, 16901 Wright Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130
Get ready for a sizzling Saturday at Dante on May 25th with the legendary Nicola Biscardo, the ultimate storyteller of the wine world! Join us for a wine school session where Nicola will spill the secrets of Sicilian wines, sharing tales that are as rich and captivating as the wines themselves. Known for his close friendships with the winemakers and intimate knowledge of every bottle he pours, Nicola brings the vibrant spirit of Sicily right to your glass. This event is perfect for anyone looking to laugh, learn, and sip some of the most extraordinary wines out there. Don’t miss your chance to meet the master himself and dive into the delightful world of wine storytelling. Book your spot now and let Nicola lead you on a fabulous journey through Sicily’s vineyards. It’s going to be epic!
$40 per person – this event will sell out so make your reservations online now!

Wine Tasting with Nicola Biscardo at Vino Mas
2024-05-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Vino Mas, 14450 Eagle Run Drive, Omaha, NE, 68116, United States
The Wine Ambassador, Nicola Biscardo, will be joining us this week for our Friday evening weekly wine tasting from 5pm-7pm. Nicola is excited to return to Nebraska and bring some new wines to share with us! Tasting of five Italian wines will be free for wine club members and $5 for the general public, though why not consider joining the club?!?

SOLD OUT - Nicola Biscardo Wine Dinner at Timber Wood Fire Bistro
2024-05-23 18:30 - 21:30 | Timber Wood Fire Bistro, 8702 Pacific Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68114
Join The Wine Ambassador, Nicola Biscardo, here from Italy for this special wine dinner at Timber. The dinner will be approximately 3 hours (6:30-9:30) and will include 5 courses of food perfectly paired with Nicola Biscardo wine selections.
Cost: $75 per person
This event will sell out so please make reservations by calling 402-964-2227
