First Growth Tasting, Thursday 9th July 2020

First Growth Tasting, Thursday 9th July 2020

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First Growth Tasting, Thursday 9th July 2020

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Taste the crème de la crème of Bordeaux at this evening dedicated to the First Growths. You’ll learn all about the historic 1855 classification of Bordeaux through a splendid selection of wines from its First Growth châteaux. Your tutor Demetri Walters MW will answer your questions about the history of this prestigious region and guide you through a range of fascinating vintages, stretching back to 1988. You’ll taste wines from each of the Left Bank’s five First Growths, as well as a pair of wines from two of the Right Bank’s most illustrious properties. Hosted by Mark Pardoe MW

Wines to be tasted:
2008 Berry Bros. & Rudd Champagne by Mailly, Grand Cru, Brut
1995 Château Haut-Brion, Pessac-Léognan
1988 Château Margaux, Margaux
2001 Château Latour, Pauillac
2005 Château Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac
2007 Château Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac
2007 Château Cheval Blanc, St Emilion
2009 Château Pavie, St Emilion

Dress code: smart casual

NB Wines for this event have been chosen from Berry Bros. & Rudd’s historic stock and may not be available to order following the event.

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Tutored Tastings

Tutored Tastings

Treat yourself, your family or a client to one of our exclusive tutored tastings. One of our experts will guide you through a range of wines or spirits while educating you on the evening’s topic. From style and regional focusses to cheese and wine pairings, these are unmissable chances to broaden your wine and spirits knowledge.

Held in the Pickering Cellar, the space is perfectly suited to convivial wine tastings.