Wine tasting nights at ely

Each week a guest speaker will present a selection if wines from the given region and we'll serve up a supper dish to match. All wine tastings take place at ely bar & brasserie and start at 6.45pm sharp.

Winemakers Dinner with Giovanni Manetti of Fontodi. Thursday June 14th
One of the most influential and important figures in the Italian wine industry, Giovanni Manetti will be hosting a wine-tasting dinner in ely wine bar on June 14th. Among the wines being tasted will be Fontodi’s Chianti Classico, Vigna del Sorbo and – one of Italy’s finest reds- Flaccianello della Pieve. A once-off opportunity to meet one of the most interesting people in the wine business today.
Cost €65

Sparkling wines of the world: Thursday June 21st
From Prosecco and Cava to Champagne and beyond; an insightful look into the sparkling wines of the world, how they are made and why they are different.... and how to spot a sparkling bargain when you see one!
Cost €40

The wines of Alsace with Jean Trimbach: Monday July 2nd
Established in1626, Trimbach are one of the legendary names in French wine. Jean Trimbach himself will be on hand to guide us through the wonderful varieties and wines of Alsace, including two vintages of one of France’s greatest white wines- Cuvee Frederic Emile Riesling.
Cost €40

Red wines of Burgundy: Thursday July 12th
Burgundy can be the most complicated of all regions- despite using only one grape!
One of Ireland’s foremost Burgundy experts Charles Derrain will present a class on navigating the minefield that is Burgundian reds- covering winemakers, villages and vintages.
Cost €45

Australia- Thursday July 25th
No country in the ‘New World’ as embraced regionality more than Australia, and the result is a new generation of wines that express distinctive, characteristics. Along with John McDonnell of Wine Australia, we will compare(and contrast!) the great wine regions of Margaret River, Victoria and Barossa.
Cost €40

Germany & Austria- Thursday August 9th
Two of the most underappreciated wine making countries in Europe will be showing off their finest exports, Riesling and Gruner Veltliner. If you’re fan of serious white wines this is one you will not want to miss.
Cost €35

White wines of Italy: Thursday August 23rd
Italy has recently become home to some of the most exciting white wines on the market, the majority of which come from relatively unknown native grapes like Falanghina, Greco, Trebbiano, Garganega, Cortese and many others. We will cover Italy north to south, looking at the best of these wonderfully diverse wines.
Cost €35

Winemakers Dinner-Barolo and wines of Piedmont with Giuseppe Vajra... Thursday September 6th
Aldo Vajra is a traditionalist, saying that "traditional wines are more elegant, with more delicate perfumes and offering more pleasure at the table." His wines aim not for the power found in some Barolo, but for texture, a Burgundian intensity and a purity of flavour that makes them stand out in Barolo. Join us for a tasting of these remarkable wines, which will be enjoyed-as they should be- over dinner.
Cost €60

THE BIG TASTING: Friday Sept 28th
ely’s Big Tasting is back, and it’s bigger than ever- with over 100 wines from more than 15 countries, including classics from the old world, modern classics from the new, not to mention Champagnes, Ports, sherries and dessert wines. We will also feature artisan beers, Sheridans Cheesemongers, organic beef from our family farm, Monto’s handmade chocolates, artisan breads and more...
Cost €25/ €20 ely loyalty card holders

Time: All tastings start at 7pm and take place in ely bar & brasserie, IFSC unless otherwise stated. All wine tasting evenings include supper, which will be chosen to complement the wines being tasted.

To make a booking or for more information please contact wineclub@elywinebar.com or call 01 676 8986.