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LOT 5 The next three days will be spent with Michael

visiting some of the most famous cellars in Burgundy.
Stops will include the expansive— by Burgundy
standards— cellars of Louis Jadot, the historic cellars
th
of Remoissenet Père et Fils, and the 17 century
mansion headquarters of Louis Latour, the largest Grand
Cru producer in Burgundy. In addition to sampling
new wines from barrel and older bottled vintages,
Burgundy and Champagne— you and Michael will enjoy lunch or dinner at each of
The Grand Tour these famous Burgundy producers. Additional stops
for tasting will be made at some of Michael’s favorite
Donated By: Michael Misch and Wegmans Food smaller producers, where the cellars are cool, the
Markets hospitality warm, and the Burgundies– red and white–
Estimated Value: $25,000 wonderful.

Burgundy is wine country perfection; picturesque On Thursday morning, you will travel (transportation
villages large and small, meticulously tended vineyards, provided) from Burgundy to Champagne.
friendly locals, superb dining, and some of the most Accommodations for two nights will be in one of the
sensual, seductive wines on the planet. Champagne is region’s superb hotels. During your stay, you and
similarly beguiling wine country, yet different; historic Michael will visit top Champagne producers—among
cities, ancient hill towns, quiet countryside, and cool them Louis Roederer, Veuve Clicquot, and Dom Pérignon
Champagne caves filled with sparkling treasures. (at Moet et Chandon)—each with a beautiful estate,
chalk caves, and its own house style. The dining will
Join Michael Misch, Wegmans’ vice president of wine,
be as exquisite as the Champagnes, and Michael will
beer, and spirits merchandising and director of wine,
and among the most knowledgeable wine professionals take the couple to some of his favorite restaurants
in the United States, on his next pilgrimage to these there, including a special dinner on their final evening
legendary French wine regions. together.
In short, this Burgundy and Champagne Grand Tour will
This incomparable seven-day, six-night grand tour
for one couple will begin on Sunday when they settle be a truly extraordinary wining and dining experience,
into accommodations for the next four nights at the one not to be missed!
luxurious Hotel Le Cep in the heart of Beaune, the wine The Grand Tour will take place in May or June of
capital of Burgundy. That evening, they will join Michael 2019, with the exact dates to be determined. This
for a “getting acquainted” dinner at one of his favorite trip includes hotel accommodations for six nights, all
local restaurants. Michael Misch has nearly 30 years of meals, VIP cellar visits, shared car rental in Burgundy
experience in the wine trade and his stories, insights, and Champagne, and transportation from Burgundy to
descriptions, and explanations will truly enhance your Champagne.
Burgundy and Champagne experience. Airfare and additional transportation are not included.

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