Champagne Classes 2024!

No question, 2024 has been one wild ride. And as it draws to a close, we know one thing for sure: the best way to end the year is with bubbles, and lots of them! So plan now to join us for one of our four year-end classes on the glories of the best bubbles of all: Champagne!

If you’ve joined us for one of our annual shows of brilliant bubbles, you already know that this is the most fun, festive and delicious classes of the year. And if you haven’t attended before, then have we ever got a treat for you!

We’ll be featuring eight deliciously distinctive Champagnes, almost all from tiny estates who both grow their own grapes and make their own wine. You’ll taste two bottlings from the same producer that demonstrate the impact of site, great examples of all three of Champagne’s main grapes, and at least two vintage wines – one a remarkable value from the elite group of “Special Club” estates.

With our tour of festive fizz you’ll enjoy a range of Champagne-friendly snacks as you learn about Champagne history, production, blending, aging, drinking and more. We’ll talk about why so many of the Champagne’s we’re sipping are labeled “Extra Brut,” how white Champagne is made from red grapes, and what in the world “disgorgement” and “sur latte” mean. And why Champagne-lovers natter on about “RM/grower” Champagne so much.

But mainly we’ll have fun getting to know eight terrific bottles of Champagne. The full line-up is necessarily in flux and may be different from class to class. But in all you’ll learn about wines with different grape blends, winemaking approaches and aging times. And how newcomers to Champagne are revitalizing a region that is always undergoing change.

You can reserve your seats online or by calling or stopping by the store. All reservations will be charged as they are received. If your plans change, you may receive a full refund with notice given at least 72 hours before the class. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Host or Publisher Chain Bridge Cellars