Get ready for a day of exquisite wine tasting and exclusive masterclasses at Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (DFWE) NYC, returning for its third year at the stunning Manhatta.
On Saturday, 8 June taste and learn about some of Bordeaux’s most iconic wines in a masterclass featuring selections from the renowned Domaine Clarence Dillon, led by commercial director Guillaume-Alexandre Marx.
Guillaume-Alexandre Marx
Explore the rich history and exceptional terroir of Château Haut-Brion, Château La Mission Haut-Brion, and the newest addition to the family portfolio, Château Quintus, ‘the new star of the right bank’.
This masterclass offers a unique opportunity to taste three vintages each of Château La Mission-Haut Brion, Château Haut-Brion and Château Quintus, alongside La Clarté de Haut-Brion, a white wine made from grapes grown on the two neighbouring Haut-Brion properties. Taste a curated selection of vintages spanning from the acclaimed 1995 to 2021 range, and discover why Château Haut-Brion stands as the oldest of the Bordeaux first growths.
The wines on the day
Château La Mission Haut-Brion rouge, Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé de Graves, Bordeaux 1995
Château La Mission Haut-Brion rouge, Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé de Graves, Bordeaux 2005
Château La Mission Haut-Brion rouge, Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé de Graves, Bordeaux 2010
Château Haut-Brion rouge, Pessac-Léognan 1er Cru Classé, Bordeaux 2003
Château Haut-Brion rouge, Pessac-Léognan 1er Cru Classé, Bordeaux 2006
Château Haut-Brion rouge, Pessac-Léognan 1er Cru Classé, Bordeaux 2009
Château Quintus, St-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux 2016
Château Quintus, St-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux 2018
Château Quintus, St-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux 2020
La Clarté de Haut-Brion, Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux 2021
In addition to the Haut-Brion masterclass, wine enthusiasts can attend three other special masterclasses throughout the day, featuring Marqués de Murrieta, M Chapoutier, and Peter Michael Winery. Attendees can also purchase tickets to access the walk-around grand tasting, featuring over 200 fine wines from 50 of the world’s most prestigious producers.
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to delve into the legacy of Bordeaux’s prestigious estates, exclusively at DFWE NYC. Secure your ticket today.
Essential information
DFWE NYC
Date: Saturday 8 June 2024 from 11am to 5pm
Location: Bay Room at Manhatta, 28 Liberty Street, 60th Floor
New York, NY 10005
Price: Grand Tasting tickets from $225 + US sales tax (save with group tickets) | Masterclass tickets from $245
