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Bordeaux Study Trip with Gerard Basset MW, MS

Sunday 21 October 2018

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  1. Gain extensive knowledge of this vast region through the precise instruction of a world-renowned wine expert combined with insider visits and wine tastings at the very best châteaux.
  2. Discover the Bordeaux wine region with your instructor, Gérard Basset, MW, MS, Best Sommelier in The World, 2010 and Honorary President of the WSET
  3. Travel to each of the different vineyard areas of Bordeaux, including the Médoc, the Graves and Sauternais, and the Saint-Emilion and Pomerol region. Study their respective terroirs and master their specific appellation and classification systems.
  4. Experience first-rate visits and tastings at Bordeaux’s most prestigious châteaux.
  5. Explore one of the lesser-known, excellent value appellations like Fronsac or Côtes de Castillon.
  6. Discover the elegant city of Bordeaux with its graceful streets, lovely waterfront walks and great wine bars. Stroll through the cobblestone streets of Saint-Emilion, a charming village surrounded by vineyards dating back to medieval times.
  7. Lunch and dine in the region’s best restaurants and discover exquisite local specialties matched with excellent Bordeaux wines.

Travel with a group of wine students who are serious about wine, either as wine professionals or as committed wine lovers. Share a highly educational, friendly and unforgettable experience while gaining a comprehensive understanding of what makes the wines of Bordeaux so unique.

Event details

Date
Sunday 21 October 2018
Time
08:30 to 23:30
Type
Masterclass
Cost
TBC
Booking required
Yes
Website
Venue details
Bordeaux Bordeaux