Biodynamic Wines

Biodynamic Wines
In a movement against use & abuse of chemical herbicides and insecticides in conventional agriculture, more and more vine grower have turned to biodynamic viticulture.  This workshop discusses the philosophy and practices behind biodynamics and proposes a tasting of several wines from key producers of France such as Franck Pascal (Champagne) Marcel Lapierre (Beaujolais), Jean-Marc Brocard (Bourgogne) or Alain Moueix (Bordeaux).

THE WINES:             
   - FRANCK PASCAL Reliance Brut Nature, Champagne A.O.C.
   - JM BROCARD Petit Chablis A.O.C
   - LA PINTE Arbois Pupillin Melon à Queue Rouge A.O.C.
   - MARCEL LAPIERRE Morgon A.O.C.
   - DUSEIGNEUR Catarina, Châteauneuf du Pape A.O.C
   - DOMAINE VIRET Solstice Red VdF
   - La Fleur De Haut - Bages Liberal A.O.C.Pauillac.
   - Château Fonroque Grand Cru Classé (Alain Moueix) 

Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Distinguish between “conventional”, “organic”, “biodynamic” and “sustainable” vine growing.
2. Discuss the potential long-term benefits of going biodynamic.
3. Differentiate between the different certifications & labels.
4. Appreciate the organoleptic qualities of biodynamic wines
5. Identify key producers and local importers of biodynamic wines.