May 18th: Wines of the Loire Valley Masterclass
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon tasting and learning about the wines of the Loire Valley!
Famous for its breathtaking renaissance-era chateaux, the Loire Valley is actually France’s largest wine region, once quenching the thirst of elite aristocrats. Accredited Sommelier Dani Morris will be taking us on a tour through the area’s most famous towns, taking an in-depth look at the grapes grown and wine styles created. Attendees will walk away with a whole new appreciation for wines from Sancerre, Chinon, Vouvray, Pouilly-Fume and more.
This is going to be an extra-heartfelt class since Dani will have just returned from her trip to this world-famous region. You can expect plenty of stories, photos, and suggestions to make you feel like you were cruising through the Loire valley alongside her!
What You’ll Learn in this Masterclass:
The Loire Valley’s rich history
The regions vast terrain and influences from mother nature that impact the styles of wine made
An in-depth look at Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Muscadet grape varieties
The Loire Valley’s most famous wine regions: Chinon, Vouvray, Savennieres, Sancerre, Pouilly-Fume, and more.
The cuisine of the Loire Valley and dishes to pair with Loire wines
A Tasting of 6 Loire Valley wines (sommelier favorites!)
After our afternoon together, your appreciation and confidence of the wines from the Loire Valley will inspire you to enjoy these wines for years to come! Plus as always…Dani will have plenty of advice on how to pair these wines with food on the dinner table.
No matter where you are on your wine journey, this class is open to anyone looking to deepen their appreciation of wine. Whether you just know the basics or are already a Loire Valley wine lover, there’s something here for everyone!
Event Details: Saturday, May 18th 1:00-2:30pm at Midtown Spirits, Wine & Bites
Seating is limited and we need to know who’s coming, so advance ticket purchase is required. More details will be emailed to attendees a few days prior to the event.. And of course, this event is for guests 21+