Celebrate Catalonia’s rich wine heritage as Barcelonian sommelier Lucas Payà, a global wine educator and one of the foremost authorities on Spanish wine, hosts a master class and tasting experience that explores a culture where wine is not just a drink but a story of place, tradition, and innovation. With a career spanning the world’s celebrated culinary stages, from El Bulli under Ferran Adrià to José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup, Payà brings his expertise, passion, and intimate understanding of Catalonia’s vinous landscape to the event.
It's a rare opportunity for Washington-area wine and food enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the essence of Catalonia. Discover a wine culture deeply rooted in millennia-old traditions and the vibrant Mediterranean lifestyle, a region that stands at the crossroads of innovation and history. From coastal vineyards to mountainous terrains, Catalonia’s wines boast an extraordinary range of styles and personalities, driven by unique terroirs, indigenous varieties, and time-honored techniques. They are marked both by their quality, value, and authenticity and their link to world-class gastronomy, hailing from a region celebrated as the epicenter of global culinary artistry. In the class and guided tasting of curated wines, Payà leads a journey to discover the heart of Catalonia—one glass at a time.
Registration includes a lecture, curated wine tasting, and light snacks.
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