HUNDREDS RAISE A GLASS TO BENEFIT MOSCOT MOBILEYES
Over 150 people came together last night to eat, drink and be merry – and most importantly – raise money for MOSCOT’s charitable initiative, The MOSCOT Mobileyes Foundation, which provides free quality medical eyecare and prescription eyeglasses to New Yorkers who would otherwise not have access to such care.. Artisanal wine importer, T. Edward, and boutique wine shop, Amanti Vino, showcased over 150 amazing wines from 25 winemakers with proceeds benefiting Mobileyes.
Click here to learn more about the MOSCOT MOBILEYES FOUNDATION.
Over 150 people came together last night to eat, drink and be merry – and most importantly – raise money for MOSCOT’s charitable initiative, The MOSCOT Mobileyes Foundation, which provides free quality medical eyecare and prescription eyeglasses to New Yorkers who would otherwise not have access to such care.. Artisanal wine importer, T. Edward, and boutique wine shop, Amanti Vino, showcased over 150 amazing wines from 25 winemakers with proceeds benefiting Mobileyes.
Click here to learn more about the MOSCOT MOBILEYES FOUNDATION.
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Examiner.com
September 2009
Amanti Vino and T. Edward Wines throw successful fundraiser and wine tasting at Irving Mill
T. Edward is a wine importer and distributor that specializes in high quality, natural wines. Amanti Vino is an upscale shop with a broad range of wines in Montclair, NJ. Last night, the two came together to present a wonderful wine tasting in the warm and welcoming Irving Mill restaurant.
More than 200 guests came to drink fine wine, enjoy delicious cheese, and support MOSCOT Mobileyes Foundation, which provides free medical eye care and eyewear to New York City’s underserved populations.
The crowd of wine lovers enthusiastically sipped from more than 20 wine producers' tables. The event began at 6:30 p.m., and wine makers and marketers continued pouring beyond the event’s 9:00 p.m. closing time.
Attendees were delighted to meet winemakers from far flung vineyards, including a quartet of wineries from Oregon’s Willamette Valley, a region well known for its mastery of Pinot Noir. Paul De Lancellotti described how he keeps three of his family’s seventeen acres to make his own wine. His 2005 Library Pinot Noir was beautifully balanced with great structure and ripe cherry fruit. The Patton Valley Vineyard’s Lorna Marie Willamette Valley 2007 Pinot Noir was also very impressive, having achieved wonderful ripe fruit in a year that some Willamette winemakers saw as a challenge.
American wines formed the majority of the bottles, but France was represented by Christian Dalbavie of Thunevin Ets Wines. He poured two Bordeaux: a light and fruity Domaines des Sabines Lalande de Pomerol 2005, which was moderately priced at $26.99, and the stand out wine of the night, Virginie de Valandraud St. Emilion Grand Cru 2006. This rich wine had great structure and was a blend of mostly Merlot (70 percent ) and Cabernet Franc (25 percent). According to Christian, 2006 has been overshadowed by the great 2005 vintage in St. Emilion. This "sleeper vintage" may afford some good values from this region.
While the majority of wines served were red, there were two white wines that garnered enthusiastic attention from the crowd, both poured by Skip Karabian of Elizabeth Spencer wines. Their Sauvignon Blanc Mendocino 2008 had a lean, mineral profile reminiscent of French Sauvignon Blancs like those of Sancerre. He also poured a Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2007 which had a complex and creamy flavor profile that was very much like a Burgundian style Chardonnay. This was well priced at $32.99.
In addition to all the wine tasting, guests made frequent visits to a bountiful selection of cheese set on a huge stone table by the bar. These were provided by Tallmadge Cheese Market, also of Montclair.
This was Amanti Vino’s first New York City wine event and it showcased their selection of T. Edward wines very well in the convivial atmosphere of Union Square’s Irving Mill.
September 2009
Amanti Vino and T. Edward Wines throw successful fundraiser and wine tasting at Irving Mill
T. Edward is a wine importer and distributor that specializes in high quality, natural wines. Amanti Vino is an upscale shop with a broad range of wines in Montclair, NJ. Last night, the two came together to present a wonderful wine tasting in the warm and welcoming Irving Mill restaurant.
More than 200 guests came to drink fine wine, enjoy delicious cheese, and support MOSCOT Mobileyes Foundation, which provides free medical eye care and eyewear to New York City’s underserved populations.
The crowd of wine lovers enthusiastically sipped from more than 20 wine producers' tables. The event began at 6:30 p.m., and wine makers and marketers continued pouring beyond the event’s 9:00 p.m. closing time.
Attendees were delighted to meet winemakers from far flung vineyards, including a quartet of wineries from Oregon’s Willamette Valley, a region well known for its mastery of Pinot Noir. Paul De Lancellotti described how he keeps three of his family’s seventeen acres to make his own wine. His 2005 Library Pinot Noir was beautifully balanced with great structure and ripe cherry fruit. The Patton Valley Vineyard’s Lorna Marie Willamette Valley 2007 Pinot Noir was also very impressive, having achieved wonderful ripe fruit in a year that some Willamette winemakers saw as a challenge.
American wines formed the majority of the bottles, but France was represented by Christian Dalbavie of Thunevin Ets Wines. He poured two Bordeaux: a light and fruity Domaines des Sabines Lalande de Pomerol 2005, which was moderately priced at $26.99, and the stand out wine of the night, Virginie de Valandraud St. Emilion Grand Cru 2006. This rich wine had great structure and was a blend of mostly Merlot (70 percent ) and Cabernet Franc (25 percent). According to Christian, 2006 has been overshadowed by the great 2005 vintage in St. Emilion. This "sleeper vintage" may afford some good values from this region.
While the majority of wines served were red, there were two white wines that garnered enthusiastic attention from the crowd, both poured by Skip Karabian of Elizabeth Spencer wines. Their Sauvignon Blanc Mendocino 2008 had a lean, mineral profile reminiscent of French Sauvignon Blancs like those of Sancerre. He also poured a Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2007 which had a complex and creamy flavor profile that was very much like a Burgundian style Chardonnay. This was well priced at $32.99.
In addition to all the wine tasting, guests made frequent visits to a bountiful selection of cheese set on a huge stone table by the bar. These were provided by Tallmadge Cheese Market, also of Montclair.
This was Amanti Vino’s first New York City wine event and it showcased their selection of T. Edward wines very well in the convivial atmosphere of Union Square’s Irving Mill.
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AM New York
September 2009
For Foodies: This week's dining briefs.
Drink wine for charity: On Tuesday, from 6:30-9 p.m. Amanti Vino is hosting it’s first ever wine expo to benefit the New York City-based charity MOSCOT Mobileyes Foundation, which provides free eye care and prescription eyeglasses to New Yorkers who would otherwise not have access to the care. The expo will include tastings of over 150 wines and a chance to mingle with some of the world’s biggest winemakers like Whetstone Cellars and Vineyard 29. Entry is $75 and the night’s profits will go to the Foundation. The event will take place at Irving Mill, 116 E. 16th St. Registration is limited to first 150 people. Call 973-509-9463.
September 2009
For Foodies: This week's dining briefs.
Drink wine for charity: On Tuesday, from 6:30-9 p.m. Amanti Vino is hosting it’s first ever wine expo to benefit the New York City-based charity MOSCOT Mobileyes Foundation, which provides free eye care and prescription eyeglasses to New Yorkers who would otherwise not have access to the care. The expo will include tastings of over 150 wines and a chance to mingle with some of the world’s biggest winemakers like Whetstone Cellars and Vineyard 29. Entry is $75 and the night’s profits will go to the Foundation. The event will take place at Irving Mill, 116 E. 16th St. Registration is limited to first 150 people. Call 973-509-9463.
New York Times
September 2009
Dining Calendar
A tasting of more than 150 wines, with cheeses, will be held on Sept. 29 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the restaurant Irving Mill, 116 East 16th Street, to benefit the Moscot Mobileyes Foundation, which provides eye care and glasses for the needy. For tickets, $75: (973) 509-9463.
September 2009
Dining Calendar
A tasting of more than 150 wines, with cheeses, will be held on Sept. 29 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the restaurant Irving Mill, 116 East 16th Street, to benefit the Moscot Mobileyes Foundation, which provides eye care and glasses for the needy. For tickets, $75: (973) 509-9463.
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Peaceloveluxe.com
August 2009
We are simply - OBSESSED - with the cool factor and story behind Moscot.
Get this…
Moscot Mobileyes Foundation Inc.’s mission is to preserve sight and improve lives by providing free quality medical eyecare and eyewear to New York City’s underserved populations.
Moscot Mobileyes Foundation, Inc. was founded in 2008 by Dr. Harvey Moscot, Chief Medical Optometrist at Moscot Eyecare and Chairman of the Mobileyes Foundation.
With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Moscot understands first hand how the lack of quality medical eyecare can lead to a diminished quality of life for individuals living with undetected or untreated medical eye diseases or vision problems. Dr. Moscot founded the Mobileyes Foundation with the goal of eliminating the barriers to quality medical eyecare – be they financial, logistical or otherwise – by bringing medical treatment directly to those most in need.
Moscot Eyecare provides patient’s with comprehensive eyecare services and is the medical eye health services division of Moscot Eyewear and Eyecare Since 1915.
August 2009
We are simply - OBSESSED - with the cool factor and story behind Moscot.
Get this…
Moscot Mobileyes Foundation Inc.’s mission is to preserve sight and improve lives by providing free quality medical eyecare and eyewear to New York City’s underserved populations.
Moscot Mobileyes Foundation, Inc. was founded in 2008 by Dr. Harvey Moscot, Chief Medical Optometrist at Moscot Eyecare and Chairman of the Mobileyes Foundation.
With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Moscot understands first hand how the lack of quality medical eyecare can lead to a diminished quality of life for individuals living with undetected or untreated medical eye diseases or vision problems. Dr. Moscot founded the Mobileyes Foundation with the goal of eliminating the barriers to quality medical eyecare – be they financial, logistical or otherwise – by bringing medical treatment directly to those most in need.
Moscot Eyecare provides patient’s with comprehensive eyecare services and is the medical eye health services division of Moscot Eyewear and Eyecare Since 1915.
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