Anne- Francoise Quie Chateau Rauzan-Gassies and Croizet-Bages

Bordeaux wine is the gold standard by which all other wines are judged. This January, more than 80 of the region’s most prestigious producers will offer wine enthusiasts a first look at the exceptional 2022 vintage. The event provides attendees with a rare opportunity to connect with France’s top chateau owners and winemakers and taste firsthand the luxurious fruits of their labor.

Ronan Laborde-Chateau Clinet

Wines from the Margaux, Pomerol, Saint-Emilion, Graves, and Pauillac are just a few of the legendary regions that will be poured. Besides tasting the wines, participants will have an opportunity to delve into the rich history, terroir and craftsmanship that define Bordeaux’s celebrated wines.

Lisa Latrille Chateau Prieure-Lichine

Sponsoring the national tour and its stop at Chicago’s iconic Drake Hotel is the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux. Founded in 1973, the union represents over 130 of Bordeaux’s most prestigious wine estates. Notable châteaux participating include Château Pape Clément, Château Haut-Bailly, Château Clinet, and Château Léoville Barton, among many others. Drink Responsibly.