Natural wine can be a tricky topic and many people disagree as to what it truly is. This class will focus on two of the most important producers in the natural wine world.
Jean-François Ganevat hails from the Jura (a region in between Burgundy and Switzerland) and is responsible for crafting some of most unique wines I've ever tasted. He is constantly experimenting and pushing the boundaries of what it possible, oftentimes without using any chemicals or additives.
Marcel Lapierre is located in Beaujolais (an area this sits just below Burgundy and right above the Northern Rhone) and is perhaps the true godfather of FUNK. He is the reason natural wine exists in popular culture today, and his wines are some of the purest expressions I've come across.
Course Objective: Learn (Drink)
We will better understand the natural wine movement through the lens of two seminal producers.
Course Materials:
Anne et Jean-François Ganevat 'Jaja du Ben' 2017 $30 (unavailable in the US)
Marcel Lapierre Morgon 'Nature' 2017 $30 (compare at $50 NYC retail)
Both bottles are available through me and can be delivered within two days of your order. Wine is charged directly to your card with no mark-up. The cost of attendance is $25 (which also covers cost of delivery within the city) and can be paid via Venmo (@Brandon-Borcoman). A zoom link will be sent once payment is received.
Required Reading: None
But for the token overachievers, the following links will provide some extra context.
Jean-François Ganevat
Geeky Ganevat
Marcel Lapierre
Ode to Lapierre
Classroom Hours:
We will begin at 6pm on Friday (4/10) and expect to end around 7pm.
Keep in mind:
You will be opening two bottles of wine, so your approved quarantine buddies are more than welcome to join--the more participation, the better. However, I do encourage everyone to practice safe social distancing. Keep in mind, the wines will be just as delicious the day after.
If you are preparing some snacks for the class, sausages and/or lentils would be a great call.
Hope to see you soon and feel free to reach out with any questions.
Drink (and be) well,
Brandon
Course Description: Funkalicious