While the term “Cru” is most often used for the French classification system, the “Cru” concept can apply to any vineyard or group of vineyards recognized for their superior quality. This seminar will take participants on a global journey to some of the wine world’s greatest vineyards to discover what makes their terroir and wines so special.

Moderators: Filippo Bartolotta and James Nevison
Panelists: Laura Catena, Frédéric Chaudière, Ivo Cibilic, Daniele Dellanoce, Chad Harding, Carol Anai Koch Gonzalez, Giovanni Mazzei, Cinthia Morabito, Jose Luis Muguiro, Jr., Sergio Zingarelli

Sponsored by the participating wineries

Featured Wines:

Catena Zapata
Adrianna Vineyard Chardonnay “White Stones” 2020, Mendoza, Argentina
Adrianna Vineyard Malbec Vineyard “River” 2019, Mendoza, Argentina
Cono Sur Vineyards & Winery Ocio Pinot Noir 2019, Casablanca Valley, Chile
Viña Errázuriz Don Maximiano Founder’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Aconcagua Valley, Chile
Vinarija Korta Katarina Reuben’s Private Reserve 2011, Peljesac, Croatia
Château Pesquié Silica AOC Ventoux 2020, Ventoux, France
Giovanni Rosso Barolo Serralunga DOCG 2017, Piedmont, Italy
Marchesi Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2018, Tuscany, Italy
Rocca delle Macìe Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG Sergio Zingarelli 2016, Tuscany, Italy
Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2018, Rioja, Spain
Robert Mondavi Winery To Kalon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Napa Valley, USA

Event details subject to change

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