When:
December 10, 2020 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
2020-12-10T15:00:00-08:00
2020-12-10T16:00:00-08:00
Where:
Virtual
Contact:
BORDEAUX BLEND: AMERICA VS FRANCE

Challenge your palate and taste the difference between two multi-generational wines from Napa Valley & Bordeaux.

On one side, the Generations blend from Charles Krug. The oldest, most historic winery in Napa Valley. On the other, Chateau St Martial, St Emilion Grand Cru from Bordeaux’s right bank. The family has owned the historic property since 1782, just before the French revolution.

Peter Mondavi, Jr (C. Mondavi & Family Co-proprietor) and Frederick Boelen (La Cave wines owner) will discuss the differences in style & terroir, challenges in wine country and the future of family owned wineries.

Join them & mediator, CEO & President of C. Mondavi & Family Judd Wallenbrock for a comparative tasting live on Thursday, December 10th at 3pm PST!

Tasting Pack $125 includes:

  • 2017 Generations, Charles Krug, Napa Valley
  • 2015 Chateau St Martial, St Emilion Grand Cru
  • How to prepare for your tasting guide
  • Link to access to the tasting live
  • Shipping in CA
  • plus an exclusive offer during the tasting

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About the speakers:

Peter Mondavi, Jr is the second son of Peter and Blanche Mondavi and grandson of Cesare and Rosa Mondavi, the Napa Valley pioneers who purchased the historic Charles Krug Winery in 1943. As co-proprietor with his brother Marc, he works on issues of strategic importance, including stewardship of the family legacy.”

Frederick Boelen is the 7th generation wine merchant started in 1883 by George Wheeler in the UK. Growing up in the luxury hospitality industry in Honfleur, France he moved to the US in 2015 and started an extension of his French shops “La Cave” in Napa Valley. Importing and selling exclusive boutique wines direct to consumers.”

Judd Wallenbrock is a seasoned veteran of the wine business and has the scars to prove it. In his 40+ years in the industry, he has served numerous executive positions and is now President and CEO of C. Mondavi & Family, home to the historic flagship Charles Krug Winery.”