Rhône Study Trip with Christophe Tassan

1. Discover this remarkable Rhone wine region with your instructor, Christophe Tassan, a Rhone native who has won the prestigious titles of “Best Sommelier of Southern France” and “MOF for Sommellerie”. (MOF stands for Meilleur Ouvrier de France and is awarded to the best professionals of a specific trade). Christophe has also been the wine director and sommelier at top US restaurants.
2. Visit the most renowned estates of the Northern and Southern Rhone. Tour the stunning vineyard sites with winegrowers for a detailed and precise study of the unique terroirs of appellations such as Condrieu, Côte Rôtie, Hermitage or Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
3. Meet the winemakers and enjoy extensive insider tastings of some of the best Rhone wines. Experience the depth and exceptional quality of these seductive yet not always well-known Syrah, Viognier or Grenache-based wines.
4. Lunch and dine in the region's best restaurants and enjoy tasting Rhone wines in a gastronomic setting, perfectly paired with creative local cuisine.

Travel with fellow students who are serious about wine, either as wine professionals or committed wine amateurs. Share an educational and unforgettable experience while acquiring extensive first-hand knowledge of Rhone Valley wines. Trips are open to people from all countries, and are held in English.