Often called Italy's "Burgundy," Piedmont produces some of the world’s most coveted wines. This hilly region offers diversity from perfumed Barolo and Barbaresco to juicy Barbera and crisp Cortese. Join us for an in-depth exploration of this fascinating Italian appellation!
Classes are 2 hours long, including a Q&A session with Astor Center Instructor Vitalii Dascaliuc.
What you can expect:
- 1 Welcome wine
- 6 Tasting pours of Piedmont wines
- A mix-&-match tasting plate
- A 20% discount on all wines tasted to use in-store after class
What you will learn:
- The styles & varietals of Piedmont’s iconic sub-regions
- The notable wines of lesser-known (but equally enjoyable) sub-regions
- How to navigate Piedmont's heavy-hitters, like Barolo and Barbaresco
- Unifying and divergent characteristics of wines in this region
- Piedmont’s significance as an essential winemaking region
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Style: Tasting + Discussion
Food Served: Bread & Cheese
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