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Francois Gilbert
François Gilbert holds a PhD and a higher teaching diploma in Geography and specialised early on in the study of wine terroirs. After 15 years as a professor, he devoted himself fully to his passion for wine. In 1989, he co-founded the Gilbert & Gaillard Group, now an internationally recognised reference in wine evaluation and promotion. He brings to his masterclasses a unique combination of academic expertise and extensive industry experience
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TASTING EX...PRESS: Champagne Today: Styles, Terroirs and Signatures
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WARNING: IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS TASTING, BEFORE BOOKING / BUYING THE TICKET, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE AN ENTRY PASS FOR THE EXHIBITION VINITALY 2026 VALID FOR THE DAY IN WHICH THE TASTING TAKES PLACE.
Champagne remains the global reference for sparkling wines.Champagne” truly mean today?
Amid climate evolution, a growing quest for precision in dosage, a stronger emphasis on terroir expression, and the rising voice of independent growers, the region is undergoing a fascinating transformation.
This masterclass offers a journey into the heart of Champagne’s great territories, aiming to understand how soils, grape varieties, and stylistic choices shape singular identities.
Through a guided tasting of representative cuvées, we will explore the different contemporary expressions of Champagne: tension, balance, purity, depth, and the signature of the producer.
A session designed for sommeliers, wine professionals, importers, and knowledgeable enthusiasts who wish to deepen their understanding of an iconic appellation that continues to evolve.
Wine list
Champagne Collet – Cuvée Art Déco
Champagne Georges Vesselle – Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs – Grand Cru
Champagne Devaux – Cuvée D – 5ans d’âge
Champagne Beaumont des Crayères – Grand Meunier extra Brut Blanc de Noirs
Champagne Pannier - Vintage Brut Millésimé
Champagne Albert Lebrun – Premier Cru Brut
Champagne Cattier - Clos Du Moulin Brut Rosé & Brut Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru