Events at IWC
International Wine Center is one of New York City’s top venues for wine events. Here you will find all of our upcoming events and tasting opportunities.
Interested in hosting a wine event at International Wine Center? Please contact us at operations@internationalwinecenter.com.
Château de La Rivière: A Fresh Perspective on Fronsac
A free masterclass and tasting event
Monday, September 14th 2026, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001
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IWC invites you to join Claire Dawson, head of marketing and communications at Château de La Rivière, and Mary Gorman-McAdams, MW, IWC instructor and Bordeaux specialist, for a focused tasting exploring the wines of Château de La Rivière, one of Fronsac’s most historic estates. Set against the appellation’s limestone plateau overlooking the Dordogne, the estate has become a leading reference for the modern expression of this historic Right Bank terroir.
Through a guided tasting across multiple vintages (2010, 2015, 2018 and 2020), as well as Château de La Rivière Blanc 2023 and the newest Cuvée, a traditional method sparkling wine, Château de La Rivière Blanc de Noirs, aged 29 months on the lees, will examine the relationship between the terroir, vineyard practices and winemaking at La Rivière, and how these shape the character and ageability of the wines.
We will also explore the individuality and distinctiveness of Fronsac within the greater Right Bank, the roles of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, as well as what’s new and changing in the region – especially regarding dry white and sparkling wines, and why Fronsac continues to attract renewed attention from the trade.
Featured wines include:
- Château de La Rivière, Blanc de Noirs, NV, Crémant de Bordeaux
- Château de La Rivière Blanc, 2023
- Château de La Rivière, Fronsac,2020,
- Château de La Rivière, Fronsac, 2018,
- Château de La Rivière, Fronsac, 2015
- Château de La Rivière, Fronsac , 2010
We look forward to welcoming you at IWC for an in-depth discussion and tasting of one of Bordeaux’s most distinctive estates. Seats are limited, so register now!
WSET Level 3 Award in Sake
An advanced qualification for beverage professionals and serious sake enthusiasts.
Monday, September 21st 2026–Thursday, September 24th 2026, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM daily
International Wine Center, 350 7th Ave., Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001
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Take your understanding of sake to an advanced level with WSET’s highest-level sake qualification, offered at International Wine Center. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the production methods that influence a sake’s style, quality, and price, along with the knowledge to evaluate sake accurately and explain what makes each example unique.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to assess sake confidently and use your expertise to make informed, authoritative recommendations in retail, hospitality, distribution, education, or for your own personal enjoyment.
What You’ll Learn
Unit 1
- The main techniques that are used in the production of sake and how they influence style and quality
- The principal and specialty categories of sake
- The sake industry and the commercial importance of sake in the Japanese and export markets
- The principles behind the storage, selection and service of sake
Unit 2
- How to taste sake, and evaluate quality, identity and price, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Sake® (SAT)
Course Delivery
This course includes a two-week online pre-study program, 16 hours of classroom lecture and tasting with instructors on Days 1-3, followed by the exam on Day 4.
All students receive the textbook for the course, “Level 3 Award in Sake: Explaining style and quality”.
Assessment
On Day 4, candidates will be assessed by:
A closed-book exam consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions
A written exam featuring short-answer questions
A blind tasting of two sakes.
The WSET Level 3 in Sake is rarely available in-person in North America, so don’t miss this opportunity. Register now!
