The Modena Champagne Experience 2024

The Modena Champagne Experience 2024, an annual event held in Modena, is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Champagne. As one of the largest Italian events dedicated exclusively to the appellation, the 7th edition, organised by Excellence Srl SIDI association, will future twenty-one Italian importers and distributors of Champagne wines. What sets this event apart is the chance to taste a selection of wines from both large and small producers, including Thiénot, Paul Bara, Bruno Paillard, Henri Giraud, Ayala, Marguet, Jacquesson, de Venoge, Pannier, Encry Veuve Blanche Estelle, Louis Roederer, De Sousa, Larmandier-Bernier, Palmer & Co, Paul Clouet, Charles Heidsieck, Leclerc Briant, Claude Cazals, Delamotte, and Francis Boulard, among many others.

Beyond walk-around tastings, the Modena Champagne Experience offers a comprehensive sensory journey through a rich educational program. In partnership with the Lambrusco Wine Consortium, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Consortium, and leading wine professionals, the event features a range of masterclasses. These classes are designed to deepen the knowledge and understanding of Champagne, as well as Lambrusco, making them a must for professionals and enthusiasts alike. The full program can be found on the official website www.champagneexperience.it

Those interested in delving deeper into the world of Champagne outside the event should explore the courses offered by The Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (Champagne Trade Association) through the Champagne MOOC educational portal. The wbsite offers a Freemium version, which includes a Free course, and a Premium option with more exhaustive content and a final certificate.

Here are also two books I recommend in English on Champagne-related topic:

• “But First, Champagne – A Modern Guide to the World’s Favorite Wine” by David White, and
• “Champagne: The Essential Guide to the Wines, Producers, and Terroirs of the Iconic Region” by Peter Liem.

Modena Champagne Experience 2024 info:

Date: Sunday 20 and Monday 21 October 2024
Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: ModenaFiere, Modena, Italy

Originally from Latvia, I have been based in Italy for over 30 years. For about twenty, I worked full-time in the wine business as a consultant, brand ambassador, educator and restaurant manager. I am a professional sommelier of the two Italian associations, AIS and FISAR, DipWSET (Diploma L4, WSET London School), Valpolicella Wine Specialist, Wine Judge, an Official Port, Sherry and Cava Educator, SSA Sake Sommelier and Langhe Wines Ambassador. I am a founder and project manager at Tooscans, an e-commerce dedicated mainly to Tuscan food and wine, with offline distribution for all other products. In 2020, I created the Sparkling Life website, which is published in three languages and focuses on food and wine, as well as Tooscans Wine Academy.

Find out more: Irina Mihailenko

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