Appellation Wine & Spirits Coupons and Deals

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Appellation Wine & Spirits has garnered praise for its expansive collection of organic and natural wines from the NY Times and Time magazine, and Food & Wine ranked it as one of the top five natural wine shops in the U.S. For $45, choose one of several classes at Appellation and get a taste of sparkling wine, six wine tastings and an evening of expert instruction, normally $80.Teaching these small-group classes are sommeliers and restaurateurs from some of Manhattan's most well-known restaurants, including Markus Tschuschnig from Buddakan, Rick Pitcher of Gotham Bar and Grill and Lacey Burke from Del Posto.Featured classes include:• Old World vs. New World Reds: Compare cabernets, merlots, syrahs and pinot noirs from two different countries, such as New Zealand and Australia, or Chile and Argentina.• See, Sniff, and Swirl: Learn how to identify and describe the typical aromas, appearance and flavor characteristics of wines • Sommelier Secrets: Get the inside scoop on how to navigate a restaurant wine list and store shelves, plus the fundamentals of wine appreciation • French Reds: Journey through France and explore the red wines of Burgundy, the Loire Valley, Bordeaux and moreSelect from the above classes, offered at 6:30 p.m. on select Sundays through Thursdays beginning Oct. 24 through Feb. 2, 2012. Additional classes are listed on the website.