Like every month, I offer you a selection of events around wine that you shouldn't miss ! February is not just the month of love, it is also that of wine.
Until 09 February : Food’Angers – Loire wines & Gastronomy, Angers
From Friday 31 January to Sunday 9 February 2020, Food'Angers is a general public event that brings together the vital forces of the territory around the theme of the Loire vineyards but also Angevin gastronomy. Winegrowers, wine merchants, restaurateurs, tradespeople, chocolatiers, academics, authors, associations organize events throughout the city for a week., many activities and conferences around wine and gastronomy : tasting meetings, cultural immersions in the heart of the wine heritage, farmers market, sales of books on wine and viticulture, advice on food and wine pairings, conferences, workshops,… A rich program !
Price : free
Place : 49044 Angers
Website : www.foodangers.fr
From 01 to 02 February: 23th Breakthrough of Vin Jaune, Ruffey-sur-Seille
Fine wines article : What is a "vin jaune" from Jura ?
For this new edition, the Ambassadors of Vin Jaune pose for the second time in the history of La Percée, their suitcases in Ruffey-sur-Seille. Iconic and unmissable wine event in France, the Percée du Vin Jaune welcomes thousands of people every year. For two days, visitors will be able to stroll through the streets of Ruffey-sur-Seille to discover the wines of the Jura. Sharing and conviviality are the key words of this weekend !
The passion for wine that drives wine growers and enlightened amateurs will take on its full meaning when celebrating the new vintage of Vin Jaune. : the vintage 2013. The year 54 winegrowers will be present, chaired by Jean-François Michel.
Price : 20€
Place : Ruffey-sur-Seille, 39140
Website : www.percee-du-vin-jaune.com
From 10 to 12 February: Wine Paris x Vinexpo, Paris
Vinexpo and Wine Paris have decided to come together for their next edition in Paris. The goal is to bring together a rich and representative offer of French and international terroirs.. This show is an opportunity for national and international buyers to meet and discuss with producers, dealers and brands around the world.During this event, 20 country of 60 wine regions around the world will be represented : South Africa, Germany, Argentine, Austria, Spain, United States, Georgia, Greece, Italy, New Zealand, Portugal, Romania, UK, Suisse, Turkey, and so on.
An event in which Beaux-Vins participates, but you will know more soon…
Reserved for professionals
Place : Paris Convention Center
Website: www.vinexpoparis.com
The 15 February: Second edition of the Pépites, Beaune
Organized by 20 future sommeliers of INSEEC Beaune, the Nuggets will welcome 11 promising winegrowers, a brewer, a chef, an artist and a chocolate factory. For this second edition, many activities are planned. Simon Lecompte will once again host the three masterclasses on the theme of Chartreuse and chocolate. You will also be able to discover works by an artist on the theme of wine and participate in a tasting of craft beers. You will have the possibility to order the wines during your visit.
Price : From € 15
Place : Place Félix Ziem – 21200 Beaune
Booking : www.weezevent.com
From 29 February to 01 Mars : 18th edition of the Vinifrance Brive-la-Gaillarde trade fair
For its 18th edition, the Salon in Brive-la-Gaillarde will host 80 exhibitors who will show you their passion and know-how. You will have the opportunity to taste French wines and meet the producers directly. They will be at your disposal to exchange views and discuss their work with you. During these two days, the show will once again take place at the Espace des Trois Provinces. You will find small and large appellations there, local products and culinary specialties.
Price : 3€
Place : Three Provinces Park – Avenue of President John Kennedy 19100 Brive-la-Gaillarde
Website : www.brive.salon-vinifrance.fr
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