"Grand Cru", the designation reserved for the best of the best, the "crème de la crème" of the French wine world, but what does it actually mean? In this class we will dive into the specifics of this fascinating classification as we taste Grand Cru wines of Alsace, Burgundy, Champagne, and Bordeaux!
Class is 2 hours long, including a Q&A session with seasoned Astor Center Instructor Vitalii Dascliuc.
What you can expect:
- 7 Tasting pours of Grand Cru wines
- A mix & match tasting plate
- A 20% discount on all wines tasted to use in-store after class
What you will learn:
- An overview of the French wine classification system
- The specific requirements for the Grand Cru designation for different wine regions
- The history of the origin of the term 'Grand Cru"
- The best ways to select, serve, and age Grand Cru wines
Level:Intermediate to Advanced
Style: Lecture + Tasting
Good for: wine tasting NYC, Wine tasting, French wine class NYC
What people are saying about this instructor:
“Vitalii gives engaging presentations with many great takeaways. Excellent selections representing each region covered. Knowledgeable instructor who makes the intimidating world of wine very interesting and accessible..”