Virtual Wine Seminar: The Vineyards of France

For centuries, the vineyards of France triumphed over plague, piracy and ground war to produce the world’s most desired wines.  Today - despite sagging sales - the wines, wine law and wine growing philosophy of France remain standards to which all other countries compare.  Virtually join Advanced Sommelier Mary Ross as we taste five prominent styles and explore French wine growing culture, still the basis for fine wines around the world.

To enhance your experience, we recommend you’re tasting the same wines with Mary Ross during class. Reserve your wine package now, and indicate when you would like to pick it up at The Merchandise Mart prior to the class. We'll have it ready when you arrive, and you'll pay for the wines at pickup. This wine package is priced at $176.89, and that price includes tax.

We also recommend you have on hand the same snacks Mary will be speaking to in class for a full tasting experience; details about the food are included in the class packet. 

Wines Featured in Class:

• Macon Blanc, Thevenet et Fils “Pierreclos”, 2018, Burgundy, France
• Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs, Champagne Pierre Moncuit-Delos NV, Champagne
• Red Blend, Mary Taylor, Valencay “Sophie Siadou” 2016, Loire, France
• Chinon, Dom. De Pallus “Messanges”, 2018, Loire, France
• Bordeaux, Chateau la Tonnelle, 2017, Bordeaux, France

If you’re unable to pick up the wines from TCB, we recommend you procure bottles featuring the same region and grape. This includes:

• Macon, Burgundy, France
• Champagne, France
• Red Blend, France
• Chinon, France
• Bordeaux Superieur, France

You can choose to join this demonstration class virtually from the comfort of your own home where you'll be able to see and hear the instructor and ask your questions via the chat feature in Zoom. Or, experience this class in person in our state-of-the-art kitchen at the Merchandise Mart: Sign up here. Taste the wines as you enjoy noshes and a delightful evening expanding your vino knowledge. Ask your questions of the instructor yourself during this interactive class.

Learn more about Advanced Sommelier Mary Ross here.

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