French Inspired In-Home Wine Tasting

Cork & Fork Fine Wine Merchants is pleased to offer a French themed in-home wine tasting for 6 to 12 guests at the residence or place of work of this item's highest bidder. The tasting will feature six French wines across sparkling, rosé, white, and red categories, offering guests a guided tour of classic French styles and regions. The format is designed as a relaxed but polished tasting experience suitable for a private home gathering, celebration, or small-group entertaining occasion. Here is a description of the lineup you and your guests can look forward to: • French Sparkling Wine, such as Crémant, to open the tasting with freshness and elegance. • French Rosé, ideally Provence or another classic French rosé region, to introduce bright fruit and a lighter savory profile. • Crisp French White, such as Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc or a comparable refreshing white. • Rounder or richer French White, such as Chardonnay-based or Rhône-inspired styling, to broaden the tasting range. • Lighter-bodied French Red, such as Pinot Noir, Gamay, or Cabernet Franc-based expression. • Fuller-bodied French Red, such as Bordeaux- or Rhône-inspired styling, to finish with depth and structure. This progression moves from lighter, brighter wines into fuller and more structured selections, helping guests taste each wine with clarity and balance. *Please note, Cork & Fork will not provide glassware or service equipment for this event. The host (winning bidder) will need to supply: • Wine glasses for all guests, ideally one per guest at minimum • Openers and basic wine service tools • Water glasses and water service • Dump bucket or discreet pour-out vessel • Napkins • Serving surface or table area for bottles and any printed tasting materials • Optional light bites, such as baguette, cheeses, charcuterie, nuts, or fruit, if the host would like food accompaniment Antoinette Landragin is your guide for this special tasting of French wines. She brings over 20 years of wine trade experience to her dual roles as CEO of Cork & Fork Fine Wine Merchants, family owned and established in 2009 in Logan Circle, and as Sales & Brand Manager for the Loudoun Wineries and Winegrowers Association. In her work with Cork & Fork, Antoinette is the head buyer for a rotating offering of 2500 wines, representing 35 countries. Antoinette holds the WSET Diploma and Champagne Master certifications and is a graduate of Texas Tech University’s viticulture program. She also holds the Spanish and French Wine Specialist certifications, completed Stage 1 of the Master of Wine program, and is currently studying oenology at TTU. One lucky winner will be the toast of the town sharing this unique experience with family and/or friends!