Comparative Tasting of Cabernet Franc from Around the World with Jay Youmans MW – In Person or Online

1 1/2 hours, $125

Join us for an exploration that celebrates the versatile expressions of Cabernet Franc. From the renowned vineyards of the Loire Valley in France to emerging regions in the New World, experience the diversity of terroir, winemaking techniques, and stylistic interpretations.

1)2021 Catherine & Pierre Breton Avis de Vin Fort Bourgueil Clairet – Loire Valley, France

2)2020 Redtail Ridge Cabernet Franc RTR Estate Vineyard – Finger Lakes, New York

3)2017 Sebestyen Porkolab-Volgyi Cabernet Franc Szekaszard – Hungary

4)2021 Barboursville Cabernet Franc Reserve Cabernet Franc – Virginia

5)2020 Bernard Baudry Chinon ‘La Croix Boissee’ – Loire Valley, France

6)2020 Domaine des Roches Neuves Thierry Germain ‘Les Memoires’ Saumur-Champigny – Loire, France

7) 2016 Anthony Rupert Cabernet Franc – Franschhoek, South Africa

8)2018 Domaine Guiberteau Saumur Rouge ‘Les Arboises’ Monopole ‘Breze’ – Loire, France

9)2018 Lang & Reed Two Fourteen Cabernet Franc – Napa Valley, CA

10) 2017 Larkin Cabernet Franc – Napa Valley, CA

11)2017 Clos Rougeard Saumur-Champigny – Loire Valley, France

12)2019 Le Macchiole ‘Paleo Rosso’  Bolgheri – Tuscany, Italy

Participants my choose to attend in person at the Capital Wine School or online via Zoom. Online participants may pick their samples up at the Capital Wine School between 12pm – 5pm on April 11, or may request shipping for an additional fee.

Important: Any 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 shipping policy here.

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