Take a step toward becoming an expert of this momentous wine region. We’ll taste a wide range of styles from both banks of Bordeaux, including white wines from the southern subregions. You’ll learn about what wines are meant for immediate consumption and what to hold onto for aging. This prequel is the first section of two Bordeaux classes.
Classes are 2 hours long, including a Q&A session with Astor Center Instructor Jim Clarke.
What you can expect:
- 8 Tasting pours of wines from Bordeaux
- Palate-cleansing bread & cheese
- A 20% discount on all wines tasted to use in-store after class
What you will learn:
- The climate, geography, and major varietals of the Bordeaux region
- How to understand vintage reports
- Professional tasting techniques
- The components of wine that make a wine age-worthy
- Deciphering whether a wine should be enjoyed soon or saved for aging
Level: Beginner
Style: Guided Tasting
Food Served: Bread & Cheese
Good for: Wine classes NYC, French wine tasting, Things to do in NYC in June
What people are saying about this instructor:
“First time there. Truly blown away by the facilities. Jim was knowledgeable, friendly and a great teacher. Amazing experience.”