George Punter, CSW, came to DLM in 2002 after a long career at NCR. His love of wine has helped him to create a new career as the Beer & Wine Manager of our Washington Square store. George is also a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW).
Location: DLM Mason
Explore the delicious differences between classic European vineyards and modern global winemaking with Chef Carrie Walters and wine expert George Punter in this educational food and wine pairing. Taste five Old World and five New World wines side by side. Learn how climate, tradition, and style shape every glass. Enjoy menu pairings designed to bring out the best flavors in each pour.
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Location: NEW - DLM Mason
Location: DLM Mason
Join us for an evening with vintner Matt Bonanno and DLM Wine Expert George Punter experiencing BonAnno wines from Napa Valley and Lake County California. Matt is coming back to his roots in the Dayton area. His father Artie Bonanno was larger than life and was considered an icon in the wine industry. He was an amazing man loved by many. Matt is following Artie’s legacy and commemorating 20 years of BonAnno wines with two iconic Napa Valley appellations: Oakville and Stags Leap. Help us celebrate these exceptional wines paired with a gourmet four-course menu prepared by Chef Carrie Walters.
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Location: NEW - DLM Mason
Location: DLM Washington Square
Marchesi Antinori is a historic Italian winemaking dynasty with a legacy dating back to 1385. Spanning 26 generations, this winemaking family is famous for pioneering the "Super Tuscan" wines like Tignanello and Solaia, blending traditional heritage from the region with modern innovation across top estates in Tuscany, Piedmont, and Napa Valley. Join the Antinori Marketing Manager and DLM Wine Expert George Punter as they present the wines for this very special multi-course wine dinner paired by DLM's Chef Carrie Walters.
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Location: DLM Washington Square
Location: DLM Washington Square
Explore the delicious differences between classic European vineyards and modern global winemaking with Chef Carrie Walters and wine expert George Punter in this educational food and wine pairing. Taste five Old World and five New World wines side by side. Learn how climate, tradition, and style shape every glass. Enjoy menu pairings designed to bring out the best flavors in each pour.
5 Seats Left
Location: DLM Washington Square
Location: DLM Washington Square
It’s the celebratory time of year when our thoughts turn to ringing in the New Year in style and there’s only one drink worthy of the toast—Champagne. What could be better for feasting and merrymaking than the wine of the season? Join Chef Carrie and wine educator George Punter for a fun evening as they pull out all the stops with Champagne and food pairings.
10 Seats Left
Location: DLM Washington Square
Location: DLM Mason
It’s the celebratory time of year when our thoughts turn to ringing in the New Year in style and there’s only one drink worthy of the toast—Champagne. What could be better for feasting and merrymaking than the wine of the season? Join Chef Carrie and wine educator George Punter for a fun evening as they pull out all the stops with Champagne and food pairings.
28 Seats Left
Location: NEW - DLM Mason
Culinary Center Class Cancellation & Registration Policy
Culinary Center class registrations may be cancelled up to 7 days prior to the scheduled class date to receive a full refund, with proper notification. Cancellations made with notification after the 7-day deadline are eligible for credit toward future culinary class registrations if notification is given prior to the day of a class. If you are unable to attend any class, you are welcome to send a substitute in your place. To give proper notifications for a cancellation or notice of a substitution, please contact the culinary center location where your class is taking place. Any no-call, no-show participants forfeit refunds or class credits. The DLM Culinary Center reserves the right to cancel a class, when necessary, due to inclement weather, emergencies, or insufficient enrollment, and may also substitute instructors or food items when required. In the event that a class is cancelled, registered students will receive a full refund or credit, as applicable.
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