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Trend Watch: Enotourism

Wine producing countries around the world from France to Spain, Australia and California are all reporting a rise in enotourism. In a word, it’s hot. Wine enthusiasts want an up close and personal introduction to the local specialty. Bordeaux, which in the past only welcomed members of the wine trade to the region, has opened its doors in a big way. The city has new hotels, new restaurants, a restored waterfront and a world-class wine school. The Ecole du Vin (or Bordeaux Wine School) has announced its 2008 course offered in English.

Register at ecole.vins-bordeaux.fr/ or by calling the Bordeaux Wine School at
011-33-556-00-22-85. In addition to the following intensive courses, the Ecole du Vin also offers a two-hour introduction classes for just 25€ available June to September. The school can also organize private tailored courses for 1-24 people.

Bordeaux wine tasting, from A to Z: This two-day course gives a complete overview of the Bordeaux region: soils, grape varieties, classifications, appellations, aromas and flavors. Learn to recognize the richness and diversity of Bordeaux wines through tasting a range of appellations and creating your own blended wine. Includes Chateau visit and lunches. Cost: 350€ including all taxes and lunches. Dates: May 16-17, July 25-26, October 17-18

Unlock Secrets of Bordeaux Wines: A two-day course to improve your tasting and enrich your palate. Learn more about the wines of Bordeaux through blind tastings, food and wine pairing, lessons about the appellations and tips on selecting, storing and serving wine. Cost: Price: 335€ including all taxes and lunches. Dates: May 18-19, July 27-28, October 19-20

The Grands Crus of Bordeaux (Advanced): This three-day course takes you through the vineyards to discover four of the most prestigious appellations. Médoc, Sauternes, Graves and Saint-Emilion. Tastings and lunches in the vineyards are included. Cost: 600€ including all taxes and lunches. Dates: June 23-25

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3rd Annual Today’s Bordeaux Winemaker Tour
Meet Bordeaux winemakers and taste Today's Bordeaux: 100 classic, contemporary,
affordable wines.

  • April 14: New York, NY
  • April 15: Chicago, IL
  • April 17: Los Angeles, CA

Open to licensed members of the trade only.

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