Italian Wine Academy: Introduction to Italian Wines May 6, 2009

Come discover the amazing diversity of Italian Wines. We will go from north to south via the center of the country to discover different grapes, wine making techniques and, of course, terroirs. In the north and the center of Italy we will taste well known appellations such as Prosecco, Barbera d'Alba and Chianti . We will spend some time on Super Tuscan and taste one of the most well known ones. The south will be mostly represented by Campania , the only region in the south to exhibit DOCG wines (highest level of appellation).

Presented by Laurent Guinand , a wine educator originally from France, who after marrying an Italian woman became a great promoter of Italian wines (and not necessarily for diplomatic reasons). Light appetizers will be served at the end of the class and tasting.

Wine selection:

• 2006 La Bastia Prosecco di Colli Trevignani IGT – Veneto


• 2007 Mastroberardino Sannio Falanghina DOC – Campania


• 2007 Mastroberardino Greco di Tufo DOCG – Campania


• 2006 Fontanafredda Barbera D'Alba DOC - Piedmont


• 2005 Marchesi Frescobaldi Chianti Ruffina Nipozzano Riserva - DOCG - Toscana


• 2006 Le Volte D'Ornellaia - Super Tuscan IGT Toscana


• 2005 Feudo Monaci - Aglianico del Vulture - DOC - Campania Luxardo Limoncello

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit GiraMondo Wine Adventures website.

Location: Whittemore House 1526 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036 – Metro: Dupont Circle (Red Line) Hours: 6:30pm-8:00pm

Official Website: http://www.giramondowine.com/events