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Wednesdays
Sommelier Richard Slutter presides over weekly Cellar Selection Wednesdays at Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue's XIX Nineteen Restaurant. Each Wednesday from 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Slutter guides guests through a themed tasting of five to six wines for $20. This event also includes light fare from XIX chef Marc Plessis. Call the restaurant for more information and to reserve a spot. XIX Nineteen Restaurant, Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue, 200 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19102, 215-790-1919.
 
Fridays
Every Friday from 6 to 8 p.m., explore a flight of special wines at Ristorante Panorama. The cost is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Entry is as space allows. Druing the series, the flights will feature various importers, regions and varietals, along with a menu of cheeses and hors d’oeuvres. Call 215-922-7800 to reserve. Ristorante Panorama, Penn's View Hotel, 14 N. Front St., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 215-922-7800.
 
Sundays
Filiberto Magnati, the owner of Di Vino Wine Bar. and former sommelier at Savona on the Main Line, has started a wine club---a group that will enjoy tastings in the restaurant on Sundays. Magnati will offer six wines to try (three red and three white) from around the world for $25, including small plates. The 45-seat restaurant offers a global list and more than 35 selections by the glass. Each of chef Antonio Palmente's small plates are designed to bring out flavors in wine, with Magnati pairing wines for each course. Di Vino Wine Bar, 267 S. 19th St., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 215-545-0441.
 


Sunday
The Prime Rib is BYOB every Sunday night with no corkage fee. Want to order from Prime Rib's extensive wine list instead? All bottles of wine are half price (up to $200 in value). The Prime Rib, The Warwick Hotel, 1701 Locust St., Philadelphia, 215-772-1701.

Fridays
Ristorante Panorama continues its Friday Night Flights of Wine from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. The cost is $35 and different regions are spotlighted every week. Ristorante Panorama, 14 North Front St., Philadelphia, 215-922-7800.

Ongoing
Moro, in Wilmington, Del., is presenting a regular Masters Wine class on the first Thursday of every month by Claire Mauk, formerly of the Columbus Inn. Mauk’s casual style and extensive knowledge of wine is showcased for $75 per person, including wine, food, speaker and gratuity.

Ongoing
Brush up on your cocktail technique at the monthly cocktail crush at Gigi. Two mixology classes are held on the first Tuesday of every month, at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the bar. Priced at $25, the class includes tapas. You’ll learn how to shake up a party with drinks such as the cherry blossom and the strawberry-fueled scarlet martini.

Ongoing
The Wine School of Philadelphiais offering its usual sassy array of wine classes. For information: 800-817-7351. The Wine School of Philadelphia, 2006-2008 Fairmount Ave.

Ongoing
Sofitel uncorks its "World Flights" wine program at hotels around the country, including Philadelphia at the signature Chez Colette French bistro. Designed to make wine tasting affordable and less intimidating, the program offers a menu of nearly 30 reasonably priced wines by the glass. The pairings are grouped under headings such as “winning whites for everyday drinking” and “cabernets from three continents” to demystify the wine tasting and make the selection process easier for beginners. Each flight includes three two-ounce glasses that range in price from $11-$21. Cheeses that pair well with the wines are also offered at additional cost. Chez Colette, Sofitel Philadelphia, 120 S. 17th St., 215-569-8300.

 



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