French Rosé Wine Tasting
Do you really know what a French rosé is ? Because rosé season is here !
Have you always wondered why Rosé is a synonym of freshness and frenchness during summer? It is impossible to come to Paris during summer and not to be seduced to take a bottle of rosé to fight against the warming Parisian summer. This tasting was created minding those wine lovers who are interested to discover more about the renamed quality of French Rosé wine and its importance in French society along many decades. This summer season is the perfect excuse to dip inside this amazing world in only one hour!
Description of your Rosé Wine tasting
The tasting starts at 3pm in our 17th-century wine cellar just nearby Le Louvre. You will taste three different rosés one coming from Provence, another one from the mythical island of Corsica and one sparkling surprise coming from Champagne! Just sit back and enjoy the Tour of rosé wine - Ô Chateau style!
With a unique and refreshing approach, our sommelier will take you through a variety of themes to build up your wine knowledge. Our masterclass is both informative and fun. In just one hour, you will taste some excellent French Rosé wines whilst learning many things about the French wine culture. You will learn how Rosé is made, how to taste it, and how to read a French wine label. Then by 4pm or so, we’ll let you free to continue your Parisian summer discovery!
This will be the opportunity for you to clarify all your questions like:
- How is Rosé made?
- Is it made with white or red grapes ?
- Should I put ice cubes in my Rosé
- What are the best ?food and wine pairings for Rosé ?
- How do you taste Rosé wine?
All the wines you will taste during the masterclass are available to buy (plus many more too!) Just ask your sommelier. Santé et bon appétit!
Possible add-ons: cheese or charcuterie platter (+15€)
What You Will Learn
- How it is made and what makes it special!
- Wine appreciation techniques
- How to taste Rosé wine – techniques, and vocabulary
- How to read a French wine label
- Concepts of Terroir and AOC – comparison of Old World vs. New World
- The main wine regions of France – the grapes they grow, the style of wines they make
- Where to find good value rosé wine in France and even everywhere
- Answers to any questions you may have!
All the wines you will taste during the masterclass are available to buy (plus many more too!) Just ask your sommelier. Santé !