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A guided tasting workshop exploring how climate and topography shape some of France’s most compelling wines.
- Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026
- Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
- Location: La Cave Cellar at PETIT PHILIPPE | 4001 Park Road
- Drop-In Seat: $100
(Atelier Members receive priority reservations + enhanced wine credit)
Event Details
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Duration: 90 minutes
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Format: Guided tasting & interactive workshop + discussion
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Led By: Mark Meissner + Ella Rychlik
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Wines Tasted: 5–6 curated wines
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Seating: Limited to 25 guests
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Experience Level: All levels welcome
Workshop Overview
From the steep granite slopes of the north to the sun-drenched plains of the south, the Rhône Valley is shaped by climate and topography.
In this workshop, we’ll explore how wind, heat, and geography influence grape choice, blending traditions, and structure across the region. Through guided tasting, you’ll discover why Rhône wines can be both powerful and precise — and how the same valley produces dramatically different expressions of Syrah, Grenache, and Rhône blends.
This session is about understanding energy in wine and how place shapes power, balance, and style.
What’s Included
Your seat includes:
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A 90-minute guided, interactive workshop
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5–6 curated wines selected to highlight Rhône styles and contrasts
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Interactive small-group format (25 guests max)
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Q&A with the PETIT PHILIPPE team
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A wine credit toward bottles tasted during the workshop
Wine Credit:
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Drop-In Guests receive a $5 credit
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3- & 6-Workshop Members receive a $10 credit
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12-Workshop Members receive a $15 credit
(Valid toward wines tasted in class, applied same evening.)
Who This Workshop Is For
This workshop is ideal for:
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Rhône lovers wanting deeper understanding of the region
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Guests curious about Syrah, Grenache, and Rhône blends
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Wine enthusiasts interested in how climate shapes style
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Anyone who enjoys bold wines but wants to understand balance and structure
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Curious wine drinkers looking to expand their regional knowledge
No prior wine knowledge required.
What is the Wine Atelier Program?
Wine Atelier is PETIT PHILIPPE’s monthly workshop series designed to help you build wine knowledge gradually, confidently, and in community.
Each workshop stands alone, but together they create a full year of guided exploration across regions, styles, and foundational topics.
Atelier Members receive:
If you plan to attend multiple workshops this season, membership offers the best value and guaranteed access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can’t attend after purchasing?
If you are unable to attend, you may exchange your seat for store credit with advance notice. Some Atelier Memberships include flexibility to transfer a seat to another guest with advance notice. No-shows will forfeit the option to transfer or exchange for store credit.
Are workshops refundable?
Tickets become non-refundable 2 weeks prior to the workshop.
When should I arrive?
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in and be seated.
Is this class beginner-friendly?
Yes. No prior knowledge required!
Reserve Your Seat
Seating is intentionally limited to maintain an intimate and interactive format.
Discover how climate and geography shape one of the world’s most expressive wine regions.
