The event will be held at the historic Vassar College Alumnae House in Poughkeepsie, NY.  Doors open at 5:30 PM and presentations begins at 6 PM. Seating is limited.

Savor exceptional wines paired with delicious culinary creations, while gaining expert insights from one of the industry’s most famous wine educators, Kevin Zraly!

Guests of this intimate event will experience the charm and wit of one of the world's leading wine experts paired with carefully curated foods from renowned local caterer, Main Course.  Modeled after the introductory tasting classes Kevin created for his famous Windows on the World Wine School, this event is designed for wine tasting novices, those who have some knowledge of wine and those who are ready to delve a little deeper and build their confidence. During this event, you will explore wine styles of the world, learn about your tastes and preferences, build your wine vocabulary, understand food and wine pairings, and get to the bottom of common myths about wine.

KEVIN ZRALY: Author, educator, & storyteller, James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award recipient

Internationally acclaimed wine educator, best-selling author and Hudson Valley native, Kevin Zraly has been described as a naturally gifted speaker who is both refreshingly humble and candid. His passion for wine and food and his engaging teaching style help demystify the ever-changing world of wine. 

Kevin Zraly was the first Cellar Master and Wine Director of the renowned Windows on the World Restaurant atop One World Trade Center. Windows soon became the country’s top grossing restaurant and, with Kevin at the helm of its highly recognized wine list, sold more wine than any restaurant in the world. Kevin worked at the Windows on the World Restaurant for 25 years, from the day it opened in 1976 until September 11, 2001.

Kevin has been featured in such publications as The New York Times, People magazine The Wall Street Journal, GQ magazine, Newsweek and USA Today and has appeared on national TV and other syndicated television and radio shows. He co-hosted the Food Network show “Wine A to Z,” captivating his audience with his signature charisma and enthusiasm.

Kevin Zraly is the First American Sommelier and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Culinary Institute of America (since 1990).  He is the 2011 James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and the author of eight books, including the best-selling "Windows on the World Complete Wine Course," now in its 35th edition with more than 4 million copies sold.