Piedmont is home to some of Italy’s most celebrated wines, from elegant Nebbiolo to vibrant Barbera and aromatic Moscato. In this class, we’ll explore the region’s diverse wine landscape, from the rolling hills of the Langhe to lesser-known areas and grapes that deserve a place in the spotlight.
Taste a selection of classic and distinctive wines of Piedmont while discovering how the region’s soils, vineyards, traditions, and winemaking styles shape what’s in the glass.
Class is 2 hours long, featuring an interactive format, with questions welcomed by Astor Center General Manager and Specialist in Italian, Lisa Saunders.
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 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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