Twin Cities Wine Education presents the top overview of a storied wine region.

The Southern Rhône Masterclass!

The wines of the Southern Rhône were the first to bring me to tears when a mentor handed me a glass in the early 1990s. It was a Gigondas. I still remember how it smelled and how it made me feel. Like any great wine, it brought more questions forward than answers ("How can this be?" is the main one.) I've been a Southern Rhone nut ever since.

There is no place like the Southern Rhône to bring out the details of the grand trifecta of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre. In this class, we will taste legendary wines from throughout the valley while learning about the region's history, culture, food, and personalities.

This will be the most comprehensive Southern Rhône seminar ever offered in Minnesota.

We will dive deep into information about every sub-region of the Southern Rhône: from humble Cotes du Rhône and Cotes du Rhône Village to Tavel, Lirac, Gigondas, Vacquyras, and the revered Chateauneuf-du-Pape. The final section on Chateauneuf-du-Pape will be particularly comprehensive, discussing the terroir and geology of the region and wine style changes due to climate change.

The wines served are many of the best to be found -- no messing around here.

I hope you can join us for the Southern Rhône Masterclass!

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Do you have a Twin Cities Wine Education Gift Card?
Email Jason Kallsen at jason@twincitieswine.com with details (which event you wish to attend and your gift card number), and we'll set up a custom code for you. OR, feel free to buy tickets and contact Jason for reimbursement. Either works great.

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About the venue

The Campus Club at the University of Minnesota is an elegant venue for our wine classes and events. Located on the fourth floor of Coffman Union, it offers secure underground parking and incredible views of the Mississippi River valley and downtown Minneapolis. Arrive early for a bite and a drink in the lounge, choosing from an excellent locally-sourced menu, or pre-order a cheese board to enjoy during the class. More information on the Campus Club.