Academy Masterclass Seminar: The World’s Finest Wines: Benchmark Bordeaux and Burgundy with Bordeaux Master Chuck Ross
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The Expo's Premier Masterclass Focusing on Benchmark Bordeaux and Burgundy Wine From Heritage Vineyards in Those Storied Regions
NOTE: This ticket includes entry into the Walk-Around Grand Tasting: VIP/Early, which is just steps away from the seminar and begins right after the seminar concludes at 11am.
A fantastic opportunity to taste legendary wines from some of Bordeaux's and Burgundy's premier vineyards led by Chuck Ross, an expert on both of these classic regions.
Enjoy two classes and the VIP/Early Saturday Afternoon Walk-Around Grand Tasting (details below) as part of your experience.
The first, online class via Zoom will enlighten you about the history, terroir, leading estates, and French classification system. In the second live class at Main Street Station, you'll savor a tasting of 16+ exceptional bottles curated with a rigorous 92 to 96 median score.
Seminar Description
Bordeaux and Burgundy are the world’s most legendary wine regions. Bordeaux is known for chateaux, classified growths and iconic red blends made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Burgundy is equally famous, but quite different. Here, single varietal Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are the main grapes in a complex patchwork of vineyards. In the heart of Burgundy, one hundred yards separation in the vineyards can mean the difference between a bottle that sells for $20,000 and a bottle that sells for $100.
In this class, Bordeaux Master Chuck Ross will guide you through the nuances of each of these prestigious regions. You’ll learn about the history of each region, the grape growing and winemaking and how to find the best values. You’ll learn and taste the difference between the Left Bank and the Right Bank and contrasting profiles of wines grown in different parts of Burgundy. The next time you walk into a wine shop, you’ll be able to navigate the Bordeaux and Burgundy aisles with confidence.
With Your Ticket, You Will Enjoy:
This two-class course includes admission to the Saturday VIP/Early Walk-Around Grand Tasting, mere steps away from the seminar area, which begins just as the live class concludes.
Your Ticket Includes the Following:
- Class #1 - Online & Taped via Zoom on Saturday, February 20, 2027, 10AM - 11:15AM, or anytime thereafter via taped replay led by Bordeaux Master Chuck Ross
- Class #2 - LIVE at Main Street Station on Saturday, March 6, 2027, 9:15AM - 11:00AM: This class includes a comprehensive tasting of 14+ Bordeaux and Burgundy wine, curated with a rigorous 92 to 96 median score led by Bordeaux Master Chuck Ross
- A Tasting Ticket entry into the Saturday Afternoon VIP/Early Walk-Around Grand Tasting on Saturday, March 6, 2027, 11:00AM to 4:00PM: This event is literally steps away from the Academy masterclass and begins just as the Academy masterclass concludes.
About Bordeaux Master Chuck Ross
A long-time lover of fine wines, Chuck Ross began his formal wine journey with the first level sommelier certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers. He followed that with WSET Level 3, Certified Specialist of Wine, French Wine Scholar and the Bordeaux Masters certification. He is currently a candidate for the Wine and Spirit Education Trust’s highest certification, the WSET Diploma. He has conducted many guided wine tastings and maintains the philosophy that these events can be educational and fun.
In addition to wine study, Chuck recently retired after 34 years as a Professor of Physics and Engineering at Longwood University. His four books dealing with science and military history garnered multiple appearances on The History Channel and PBS. He also officiated a wedding on the Netflix show Love is Blind in front of several hundred million viewers!
Important Information
- Must be 21 and over to attend
- Seating is limited — early arrival is recommended
- Come ready to taste, learn, and explore one of the world’s most exciting wine countries
- You may arrive at 8:55 a.m. to be seated
