Like Bordeaux?

Lucky for us wine-OHs in the DC area, our city is one of the top wine consuming cities in the US. And that means our market is pretty important to the wine industry. And since we are important (i.e. we they make alot of money on our demographic) the industry blesses us with some pretty outstanding events every so often.

And if you are into Bordeaux - this is one event you simply don't want to miss... A tasting of Bordeaux from St Emilion, Margaux, and Saint Julian WITH the winemakers. They are bringing their current releases, as well as older vintages, so guests will be sipping a vertical tasting (a Vertical Tasting is the very rare treat of sipping a succession of vintages of a single label).

Taste old and new vintages from Saint-Emilion, Margaux and Saint-Julien, personally meeting the producer of each; this is a unique occasion! Meet Anabelle Cruse Bardinet, Winemaker/Proprietor, Chateau Corbin; Emmanuel Cruse, Owner/Director, Chateau d’Issan and Bruno Eynard, Winemaker/Director, Chateau Lagrange.

We will begin with a seated tasting and each maker will present his/her wines. The seated tasting will be followed by a social reception of wine from the Chateaux and hors d’oeuvres from Ici Bistro.

7:00 – 8:30pm: Seated tasting
8:30 – 9:00pm: Informal reception, with a selection of hors d’oeuvres from Ici Bistro

Château Corbin (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé)

Château Corbin, a Grand Cru Classé on Bordeaux’s Right Bank, is one of the oldest estates in St.-Emilion, as well as one of the region’s “up-and-comers.” A family property of 13 hectares, Corbin has been owned and managed since 1999 by Anabelle Cruse Bardinet. After renovating the Château, rebuilding the cellars and improving vineyard and winemaking techniques, Ms. Bardinet is reaping the benefits with stylish wines that have garnered praise from fans and critics alike.

Château d’Issan (Margaux Grand Cru Classé)

Château d’Issan has been called “one of the stars of Margaux” by Robert Parker, thanks to the leadership of Emmanuel Cruse, who took the helm of this Third Growth in 1993 and has spearheaded a dramatic rise in quality, fuelled by family investments of more than $6 million. An historic property, where grapes have been grown since the 12^th century, the Château dates to the 17^th century and is one of the most beautiful in Bordeaux. Acquired by Emmanuel Cruse’s grandfather in 1945, Château d’Issan remains privately owned by the Cruse family.

Château Lagrange (Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé)

A Third Growth in the Classification of 1855, Château Lagrange is the largest classified growth in the Médoc, with 113 hectares under vine. An historic estate that has enjoyed an upsurge of critical praise, Lagrange was acquired in 1983 by Suntory, the Japanese wine and spirits conglomerate, which has spared no expense in extensive replanting and renovation. In 2007, Bruno Eynard took over as winemaker/director, having worked as second-in-command for 17 years under his predecessor and mentor, Marcel Ducasse.

Featured wines will be made available for purchase by MacArthur Beverages.
PURCHASE YOUR TICKET(S)
$99 Public Admission
$85 if you tell them The Vino Vixen sent you!
No tickets sold at the door
Metro Station: McPherson Square (Blue/Orange Line).
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Dress Code: Business Casual.

Château Corbin (Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé) Château Corbin, a Grand Cru Classé on Bordeaux’s Right Bank, is one of the oldest estates in St.-Emilion, as well as one of the region’s “up-and-comers.” A family property of 13 hectares, Corbin has been owned and managed since 1999 by Anabelle Cruse Bardinet. After renovating the Château, rebuilding the cellars and improving vineyard and winemaking techniques, Ms. Bardinet is reaping the benefits with stylish wines that have garnered praise from fans and critics alike.
Château d’Issan (Margaux Grand Cru Classé) Château d’Issan has been called “one of the stars of Margaux” by Robert Parker, thanks to the leadership of Emmanuel Cruse, who took the helm of this Third Growth in 1993 and has spearheaded a dramatic rise in quality, fuelled by family investments of more than $6 million. An historic property, where grapes have been grown since the 12^th century, the Château dates to the 17^th century and is one of the most beautiful in Bordeaux. Acquired by Emmanuel Cruse’s grandfather in 1945, Château d’Issan remains privately owned by the Cruse family.
Château Lagrange (Saint-Julien Grand Cru Classé) A Third Growth in the Classification of 1855, Château Lagrange is the largest classified growth in the Médoc, with 113 hectares under vine. An historic estate that has enjoyed an upsurge of critical praise, Lagrange was acquired in 1983 by Suntory, the Japanese wine and spirits conglomerate, which has spared no expense in extensive replanting and renovation. In 2007, Bruno Eynard took over as winemaker/director, having worked as second-in-command for 17 years under his predecessor and mentor, Marcel Ducasse.