We’ll start about as far away from Chenin Blanc’s home as one can go—the South Island of New Zealand. There, from old vines at the base of Mt. Difficulty, Chenin becomes tropical punch, wildly different from what is produced in the Loire. We’ll also hit Stellenbosch in South Africa, trying this time a wine that’s reminiscent of peach and apple pie. Finally, to France where we’ll head down the Loire past Vouvray to the region of Anjou, where we’ll taste a wild fermented wine that showcases the depth of which the varietal is capable.
A quick train to Chablis and we’re presented with a wine with a spine of acidity like a lightning bolt. Only once we’ve acclimated does it even start to whisper that it’s Chardonnay. As it warms in our glasses, it shows more fruit and even some mushroom. Then it’s time for our last stop, Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, home of the world’s best Chardonnay. The synergy of flavors and structure is really something that has to be experienced.
We’ll start about as far away from Chenin Blanc’s home as one can go—the South Island of New Zealand. There, from old vines at the base of Mt. Difficulty, Chenin becomes tropical punch, wildly different from what is produced in the Loire. We’ll also hit Stellenbosch in South Africa, trying this time a wine that’s reminiscent of peach and apple pie. Finally, to France where we’ll head down the Loire past Vouvray to the region of Anjou, where we’ll taste a wild fermented wine that showcases the depth of which the varietal is capable.
A quick train to Chablis and we’re presented with a wine with a spine of acidity like a lightning bolt. Only once we’ve acclimated does it even start to whisper that it’s Chardonnay. As it warms in our glasses, it shows more fruit and even some mushroom. Then it’s time for our last stop, Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, home of the world’s best Chardonnay. The synergy of flavors and structure is really something that has to be experienced.
Price does not include wine or service fee of 20% wine cost.
Stemware included for six participants, each additional participant requires a $10/person stemware fee.
+$100 for bookings after 3:00pm Fridays and Saturdays
No one under 21 may participate in tasting.
