The art of wine - Wine Tour de France 2018
French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF)
presents
Art de Vivre
Wine Tour de France 2018
March 7 • Florence Fabricant: Wine & Cheese
Radical Pairings
April 25 • James Bond’s Bordeaux
May 16 • Wines of Paul Bocuse’s Rhône Valley
June 13 • The Rosé Renaissance
FIAF • Le Skyroom; 22 East 60th Street, NYC
New York, NY, March 2, 2018—This spring, the French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF), New York’s premiere French cultural center, presents a brand-new season of its signature wine tasting series, Wine Tour de France.
Hosted by industry experts, this new masterclass series of tastings will explore what makes French wines some of the best in the world. New Yorkers are invited to taste some of France’s most prestigious wines and get an insider’s perspective on some of France’s most unforgettable flavors.
Each of the four evenings will feature a distinct—and playful—theme. Special guest presenters will lead each tasting of fine French wines paired with cheese, charcuterie, and artisanal bread.
In English. Must be 21+ to attend.
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Florence Fabricant: Wine & Cheese Radical Pairings
Wednesday, March 7 at 7pm
Florence Fabricant, nationally renowned New York Times food reporter, takes you on an unusual pairing journey of French white wines and cheeses. Discover how to be an expert matchmaker in your own right.
White Wine & Cheese Pairings
· Domaine de la Renaudie – Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2016 + Goat Cheese
· Antonin Rodet – Mâcon Villages 2015 + Coulommiers
· Crémant d’Alsace Willm Blanc de Noirs + Brillat-Savarin
· Alsace Willm Riesling 2016 + Epoisse
· Château de Montcontour – Vouvray demi-sec 2016 + Fourme d’Ambert
And just for fun, we are adding an exceptional red wine, Domaine Dominique Piron – Beaujolais Villages 2016, paired with Comté.
These delectable pairings of fine wine and cheese will be accompanied by a selection of artisanal bread from French boulangerie Maison Kayser.
Attendees must be 21 or older
Presented as part of Wine Tour de France 2018
In English
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James Bond’s Bordeaux
Wednesday, April 25 at 7pm
Complex, refined, and full of character, James Bond is like a fine Bordeaux—but which? Match Bond actors to classic Bordeaux wines in this unique tasting and fun game led by expert Philippe Newlin.
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Wines of Paul Bocuse’s Rhône Valley
Wednesday, May 16 at 7pm
Game-changing celebrity chef Paul Bocuse dedicated his life to sharing the flavors of the Rhône Valley worldwide. Taste eight of the region’s most renowned wines and learn what makes them unique with Millesima wine.
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The Rosé Renaissance
Wednesday, June 13 at 7pm
Always a summertime favorite, in recent years, rosé wines have become increasingly popular. Learn what makes French rosés the best in the world and how to choose the perfect bottle for any occasion.
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About FIAF
FIAF's mission is to create and offer New Yorkers innovative and unique programs in education and the arts that explore the evolving diversity and richness of French cultures. FIAF seeks to generate new ideas and promote cross-cultural dialogue through partnerships and new platforms of expression. www.fiaf.org
Merci!
Lead Wine Sponsor: Baron Francois
Wine Sponsor: Willm
Cheese Sponsors: The French Cheese Board and Président
Official Boulangerie: Maison Kayser
Program Sponsors: Air France and Delta Air Lines, Cultural Services of the French Embassy, Edmond de Rothschild Foundations, Engie, Enoch Foundation, French American Cultural Exchange (FACE), Florence Gould Foundation, Hermès Foundation within the framework of the New Settings Program, Howard Gilman Foundation, Institut français, JCDecaux, National Endowment for the Arts, New England Foundation for the Arts, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, NY State Council on the Arts, Office de Tourisme de Boulogne-Billancourt, Performing Arts Fund NL, and Pommery
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LISTING SUMMARY
What:
Wine Tour de France 2018
When:
· Wednesday, March 7 at 7pm: Florence Fabricant: Wine & Cheese
Radical Pairings
· Wednesday, April 25 at 7pm: James Bond’s Bordeaux
· Wednesday, May 16 at 7pm: Wines of Paul Bocuse’s Rhône Valley
· Wednesday, June 13 at 7pm: The Rosé Renaissance
Where:
FIAF; Le Skyroom, 22 E 60th Street (between Park & Madison Avenue)
Admission:
Single Tasting: $95 FIAF Members; $115 Non-Members
Four Tasting Package: $350 FIAF Members; $425 Non-Members
Tickets:
Information:
Transportation:
Subway - 4, 5, 6, N, R and Q to 59th Street & Lexington Avenue;
F to 63rd Street & Lexington Avenue; E to 53rd Street & 5th Avenue
Bus - M1, M2, M3, M4, Q31 to 59th Street; M5 to 58th Street