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The most famous red grape varieties originated in Europe, but many have carved out incredible reputations for themselves further abroad. We'll cover stories of how Malbec because synonymous with Mendoza, why Shiraz procured an Aussie nickname, and how New Zealand took top place in a competition against French wine more than 100 times its price. This tasting includes a selection of 5 wines. This is part of the Dubai Vine Festival hosted by The Tasting Class Terms and conditions: This…
Find out more »Monte Carlo Wine Tasting Game
Are you brave enough to gamble on your senses? Test your palate in this unique blind tasting challenge where you bet your corks on guessing the grape variety, region and other grapey things! This tasting experience includes a selection of 6 wines served with light nibbles Las Vegas is full of games of good luck, but the Monte Carlo Tasting is a game of good taste. It’s played on a table similar to roulette, but there is no spinning wheel.…
Find out more »Italian Wine and Food Pairing Dinner – a Focus on Sicily
Sicily is an Italian wine region on the rise. Pioneering Italian winery, Planeta, has helped carve out a place for local grapes Nero d'Avola and Grillo on the international scene, as well as working tirelessly to understand how the vast micro-climates impact its wines, including vineyards on an active volcano. Alessandro Vallecchi from Planeta Estate will be presenting a selection of five wines paired with five-course by iconic Dubai restaurante, BICE in the Hilton JBR. This is part of the…
Find out more »Meat & Wine Pairing Degustation
Get ready for ‘food-coma’ with this five-course masterclass with the best cuts of meat available, and curated wine pairings presented by The Tasting Class. Steak and wine will never be the same again! There is no one right answer for great red wine and steak pairings. The cut, cooking temperature, sauce, and marbling (amongst several other factors) all play a role in creating the perfect steak pairing. Join this tasting where The Tasting Class will present wine pairings to a…
Find out more »Truffle Dinner
Prized for their pungent and earthy yet delicate aroma, Truffles are considered one of the world’s finest ingredients, famously called “the diamonds of the kitchen”. And with this kind of indulgence, the last thing you want to do when devouring it is drinking the wrong kind of wine. Which is where The Tasting Class comes in! Join us for this five-course wine and Truffle pairing experience to taste and learn all about these beautiful pairings. Terms and conditions: This…
Find out more »Argentine Asado (BBQ) Experience
Enjoy a truly authentic experience of a nation’s culture with a multi-course dinner of exquisitely grilled meat paired with Argentina’s best wine offerings. Come early to enjoy a tour of the stables, the beautiful desert sunset and maybe, even a spot of polo! And, if you’re too full to drive after all that excitement, why not stay the night? Attendees can enjoy a suite for the night and breakfast the next day, for a nominal additional price. Join us for…
Find out more »Taste of Spain – Catalunya
Allow yourself to be transported to Spain with every sip and mouthful with this delicious experience. In this lazy afternoon lunch, we will explore some key wine styles (Cava or Priorat, anyone?) with Catalonian food pairings, with our partners Familia Torres and BOCA. This tasting experience includes a selection of 4 courses served with 4 wines. Catalunya is home to cava, priorat and some of Spain's most modern and experimental wines - and you can drive there from Barcelona! Join…
Find out more »Winemaker Cellar Experience: Discover Priorat
Salim Isler of Familia Torres will be hosting an intimate table in BOCA's wine cellar, and winemaker Jordi will be virtually joining from Spain. Over a four course lunch, they will present five wines from the small and incredibly high-quality region of Priorat, including a vertical tasting of Perpetual from 2013, 2014 and 2015.
Find out more »Champagne Tasting Masterclass
You've been asking for it, and here it is! The Tasting Class explains Champagne, from the ground to grape to glass, Explore with us how Champagne gets its sparkle, how to find the best bubbles, what to pair it with, and more. And while most people know Champagne for its bubbles, many are unaware that some of the most bad-ass, business savvy women are responsible for much of its fame. Terms and conditions: This ticket has no cash value, may…
Find out more »Tricks to Pairing Wine & Thai Cuisine
Wine does work with Thai food, you just need a few tricks to get the pairings right. Join us for a lesson on the wines that work best with chili, aromatic herbs and subtle sweetness. Then put your newfound knowledge to the test by trying it out with a selection of plates from Pai Thai. Terms and conditions: This ticket has no cash value, may not be combined with any other offer and is not valid towards previously purchased…
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