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Virtual Wine Tasting Experience with Darryl McDaniels from Run-DMC and Old York Cellars On December 27th

originally published: 12/04/2021

If you're looking for an interesting wine tasting, here's one that you can do at home. Join a Live on Zoom Virtual Wine Tasting with hip-hop icon Darryl McDaniels from Run-DMC and Old York Cellars sommelier Laurin Dorman on Monday, December 27 at 7:00pm. Darryl will share his passion and enthusiasm for bringing people together through wine and music, while a wine educator leads you through a tasting of three wines expertly paired with locally-made chocolate truffles by The Fudge Shoppe. Portions of the procceeds will go to support The Felix Organization.

A $175 Virtual Experience & Tasting Kit is available for purchase online.  This includes one autographed collectible bottle by DMC. *Shipping not included, order by December 15th to ensure on time shipping.

Red,  This autographed collectable bottle is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Chambourcin with a bright berry nose and bold fruit character balanced by light acidity and a smooth finish.

White, This off-dry white blend is made from un-oaked Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. It sports apricot notes and a smooth finish with medium acidity.

Blush, Light and fruity, this semi-sweet blend of Vidal Blanc, French Colombard and Chambourcin offers hints of strawberry & honey with a slightly sweet finish.




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Artisan Chocolate Truffles by The Fudge Shoppe: Six Handmade Truffles - 2 milk chocolate buttercream, 2 dark chocolate caramel sea salt, 2 cinnamon bun in a gift box.

Wine orders can be picked up at the Winery in Ringoes, Old York Cellars at Bridgewater Mall or shipped.  Save on shipping & enjoy more bottles of wine.  Flat Rate $15 shipping on 6 to 12 bottles of wine. 

A portion of the proceeds will go to support The Felix Organization, a non-profit founded by Darryl McDaniels and Emmy-winning casting director Sheila Jaffe in 2006 to create inspiring experiences and opportunities for children in foster care.  Invite your friends and family over for a fun evening of wine tasting.

Set amidst some of the oldest vineyards in the Garden State, Old York Cellars is a working farm that offers a full selection of award winning wines and an extraordinary experience both inside and outside of the tasting room. The winery plays host to a variety of special events, exciting fundraising programs, the Darryl Mack Cellars wine collection featured in Wine Spectator Magazine, Virtual Wine Tasting Experiences, Wine & Music Series, Comedy Nights, Specialty Tasting Experiences, and the exclusive Vintner’s Club. The Winery is a recommended destination of Phila Travel Girl, WFMZ News Philadelphia, NJ BIZ, The Infatuation, Wandering Educators and The Digest with a pleasant drive from both Philadelphia and New York City. Old York Cellars offers a convenient getaway where guests can leave their stress behind and relax with a glass of wine paired with our delicious lite food menu by Chef José Diaz and enjoy the beautiful views of the vineyard and surrounding mountains in one of our many outdoor seating areas.




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