Tastings

Our sommelier will accompany you for a convivial guided tasting in the Chapon Fin's magnificent cellar. Develop your palate and learn about the characteristics of Bordeaux's different appellations.

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Terroirs of Bordeaux
An exploration of Bordeaux's wine producing region with a white and two reds with the classic characteristics of Bordeaux appellations.

Wines of Bordeaux Quiz
Blind tasting of a Grand Cru Classé, a second wine from another year of the same château, and a "brand" Bordeaux red wine. Analysis of the concepts of value for money, terroir and blending.

Terroirs of Bordeaux - Crus Classés
Guided tasting of three crus classés from both sides of the river: two wines from the Médoc and one from Saint Emilion. Explanation of the Bordeaux classification system, the classic terroirs and blends.

Vertical Tasting - Right Bank
Three vintages of the same wine from the Saint-Emilion or Pomerol appellation, from youth to maturity. How do you know when to drink a fine wine? Ageing and serving wine.

Vertical Tasting - Grand Cru of the Médoc
Three vintages of a Médoc Grand Cru over a decade. How does a wine improve with age? Storage, service and tasting of young wines and old treasures.

Tasting with our sommelier
Includes: one hour talk by our sommelier, the provision of tasting sheets, pencils, glasses and spittoons.