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The evolving history of Champagne parallels the progression of world-renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Hals, and Bruegel. These masters perfected their craft about the same time that Champagne became known as the wine of kings. The most esteemed sparkling wine of France began as a still wine made from grape varietals that are basically extinct today. The wine was cloudy, gritty, syrupy, and grey in color. It was also pretty sweet. Champagne evolved over the centuries - thanks to Dom Pérignon, various scientific discoveries, and other historical events - into the clear, dry, bubbly juice with a legally protected name that we know and love today. Let's capture the sparkle, or as the French say, "prise de mousse!"

About the Speaker: Dane Kuta is a Level 2 Certified Sommelier, Champagne Master, Bordeaux Master, Champagne MOOC, Italian Wine Professional, and Napa Valley Wine Expert. He has traveled, tasted, and explored extensively in the wine regions of California, New York, Oregon, Texas, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, and New Zealand. Dane has taught wine appreciation at San Diego State University; California State University, San Marcos; and MiraCosta College and is a member of the Guild of Sommeliers.

PROGRAM

4:00 - 4:30 Wine & Hors d'Oeuvres Reception

4:30-5:15 Part One: Lecture with Dane Kuta

5:15- 5:30  Dessert Intermission 

5:30 - 6:30 Part Two: Champagne Tasting

$95 Non-Members | $85 Members