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Strip away the label, and what’s left is the wine.

Join us for an afternoon of blind tasting with Michael, through twelve pours drawn entirely from our own portfolio, tasted side-by-side with counterparts from France’s most storied wine regions. No names, no vintages, no expectations — just you, the glass, and your own read on what’s inside. We’ll reveal each flight as we go, then open it up for discussion on what set Virginia and Burgundy apart — or didn’t.

The Flights

• Flight One — Rosé: France and Virginia, side by side
• Flight Two — Chardonnay: Virginia meets Burgundy
• Flight Three — Pinot Noir: Three sites across Burgundy
• Flight Four — Petit Verdot: Three sites across Virginia

Whether you’re a confident taster or just curious to test your palate, this is a relaxed, hands-on evening built around discovery — and a rare chance to taste Virginia’s own wines against the benchmarks that inspired them.

Details

• Date: Sunday, August 9
• Price: $65 per person includes cheese plate & gratuity
• What’s included: Four flights, twelve wines total — a mix of Michael Shaps portfolio and select French counterparts — guided reveal and discussion after each flight
• Format: Seated, guided blind tasting