A Comparative Tasting of Chardonnay with Claudia Chamberlain DipWSET – In Person or Online

1 1/2 hours, $95

Chardonnay is the ultimate shape-shifter: from lean and mineral to rich and creamy, few grapes offer such a wide stylistic range. This class takes a global tour through key Chardonnay regions to explore how site, winemaking, and climate impact expression. We’ll compare iconic Old World styles like Chablis and Côte de Beaune with standout New World examples from California, Oregon, Australia, and beyond. Whether you’re a longtime Chardonnay lover or a curious skeptic, this tasting offers something to surprise and delight every palate.

NV Pierre Peters Champagne  Blanc des Blancs Brut- Champagne, France

2022 Billaud-Simon Chablis Montee de Tonnerre- Burgundy, France.

 2022 Faiveley Puligny-Montrachet-Burgundy, France

2022 Marc Colin – St. Aubin Les Combes-Burgundy, France

2022 Brewer Clifton Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay-Central Coast, California

2023 Hartford Court Four Hearts Russian River Chard-Sonoma, California

2021 Gran Moraine Oregon Chardonnay-Willamette Valley, Oregon

2020 Capensis Chard- South Africa-Western Cape, South Africa

2022 El Enemigo Chardonnay- Mendoza, Argentina

2022 Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay-Yarra Valley, Australia

2023 Shaw + Smith Adelaide Hills Chardonnay – South Australia, Australia

2022 Albert Bichot Pouilly-Fuisse – Burgundy, France

Participants may choose to attend in person at the Capital Wine School or virtually on Zoom.

In Person Participants

• Please note that the building in which we are located does not have an elevator, and there are several sets of stairs to navigate to get to our classrooms on the second floor.

Virtual Participants

• Virtual participants may pick their samples up at the Capital Wine School between 12pm – 5pm on October 2.
• Virtual participants who are unable to pick their samples up may request shipping for an additional fee. However, due to various factors we are unable to guarantee delivery by the event date. Participants who choose the shipping option are welcome to attend the Zoom session live without samples and will receive a recording of the tasting so that they may enjoy the wines alongside the recording at their convenience.
• Requests for shipping must be received at least 7 days prior to class, and all registrations for virtual attendance must be received by close of business the Monday prior to the class.
• Additional information regarding curbside pickups will be emailed a day or two prior to class.
• You may review our policy regarding wine samples for virtual participants here.

To ensure a quality experience for all participants, each class or course requires a minimum number of registrations. If this minimum is not met, we may need to cancel the session. In such cases, registered students will be notified as soon as possible and provided with options for rescheduling or a full refund.

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