Program
Thursday
Thursday evening offers a series of intimate wine dinners with an international flair in homes, restaurants and Embassies with a host, chef and winemaker at each.
Friday
Friday features an exclusive Vintners Dinner at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium. This year’s dinner highlights the wines of first growth Château Margaux presented by Paul Pontallier. The dinner is followed by a live auction led by Sotheby's Jamie Ritchie.
Saturday
Saturday is a virtual tour of Bordeaux, starting with a formal seated tasting of the 2007 vintage and an older vintage of the Chateau's choosing, where Chateau owners and directors bring their wines to life. The adventure continues with exciting seminars, food prepared by some of the nation's top chefs and wine from the world's best vineyards, as well as live and silent auctions where guests may bid on exclusive travel opportunities, dining experiences and rare and exceptional wines.