Join us as we bring together two dynamic wine-producing countries: France and South Africa. We’ll explore how each country expresses its unique identity through grape varieties, terroir, and winemaking traditions. Gain a deeper understanding of how French and South African wines compare through thoughtful side-by-side tastings that highlight the elegance, diversity, and innovation found in both Old World and New World winemaking.
Class is 2 hours long, featuring an interactive format, with questions welcomed by sommelier Jim Clarke.
What you can expect:
- 8 tasting pours of French and South African wines (4 and 4)
- Palate-cleansing bread and cheese.
- A 20% discount on all wines tasted to use in-store after class
What you will learn:
- An overview of French and South African wine cultures
- The winemaking styles and traditions that make each country unique
- The major differences and similarities between French and South African terroirs
- Serving, ageing, and food pairing suggestions for French and South African wines
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Style: Presentation + Tasting
Good for:Old and new world wine, wine education, tasting experience to define terroir and styles.