{"title":"Flatiron Wine School","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"meet-alphonse-mellot-pierre-jean-villa-from-ancient-hillside-vineyards-6-15-2026","title":"An Evening with Alphonse Mellot \u0026 Pierre-Jean Villa, 6\/15\/2026","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom ancient hillside vineyards to the darlings of Paris bistrots: two friends, two star winegrowers, Alphonse Mellot and Pierre-Jean Villa!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are delighted to introduce these two producers who share a common vision regarding respect for their respective terroirs. The two estates, one located in the Loire Valley and the other in the Rhône Valley, are certified organic and embrace a biodynamic approach. Their absolute priority is working the soil to allow the unique character of each individual parcel to fully express itself. Within their respective regions, their wines are crafted with exceptional precision, featuring styles focused on purity, freshness, and aromatic tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease join us on \u003cstrong\u003eMonday, June 15 at 6pm on the mezzanine\u003c\/strong\u003e for a seminar led by friends, colleagues and kindred spirits Alphonse Mellot and Pierre-Jean Villa, as we taste and compare wines by both producers. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis evening we will take the magic carpet to the epitome of Sancerre, Condrieu and Cote Rotie – fasten your seatbelts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAbout Alphonse Mellot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine Alphonse Mellot is one of the benchmark estates in the Loire Valley, with origins dating back to the 16th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeir to a winemaking tradition passed down for over five centuries, Alphonse Mellot has established a vision of wine that is modern, exacting, and deeply committed, making him a true visionary, a perfectionist, and a man deeply rooted in his heritage. His style blends elegance, precision, and emotion, driven by a constant quest for authenticity and excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter earning his National Diploma in Oenology, Alphonse Mellot officially joined the family estate in 1990 with a clear ambition: to further elevate the expression of the Sancerre terroirs and the precision of his winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pioneer in the region, he was one of the first to steer the vineyards toward organic, and subsequently biodynamic, viticulture, paying meticulous attention to the soil, natural cycles, and the balance of the vines. This philosophy gives rise to wines of remarkable precision renowned throughout the international gastronomic world, in which the energy of the terroir and the purity of the fruit are expressed with both intensity and elegance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAbout Pierre-Jean Villa:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the Villa family, whether in Spain or in France, working the land has always been an integral part of the family heritage. Although Pierre-Jean did not inherit any vineyards, he grew up immersed in the world of wine: participating in the harvest, visiting cellars, tasting wines, and traveling the wine routes alongside his winemaker friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a career in Burgundy beginning in the 1990s, working at prestigious estates such as Mommessin and Clos de Tart, Pierre-Jean reconnected with his childhood roots in the Rhône Valley in the early 2000s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2009, he founded his own estate in the heart of the Northern Rhône, thereby embarking on a new chapter as an independent winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis flagship Rhône Valley estate spans 20 hectares of exceptional vineyards, distributed across both banks of the Rhône River: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, and Crozes-Hermitage, as well as on the slopes of Seyssuel, just north of Vienne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePierre-Jean’s conviction is simple: a great wine can only be born from land and fruit that are deeply respected. His philosophy centers on the idea of allowing nature to guide the process. In the vineyard, his guiding principle is to preserve soil vitality; in the cellar, the grapes are handled with minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wines are crafted to remain true to their terroir, expressing a delicate and authentic balance between the character of the land and the winemaker’s own ethos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, his children have joined their father in upholding this commitment, and Pierre-Jean Villa now shares his knowledge and expertise with other winemakers eager to push boundaries both in the vineyard and in the cellar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease join us \u003cstrong\u003eMonday, June 15 at 6pm on the mezzanine\u003c\/strong\u003e as we enjoy an evening with these two acclaimed winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSeating is limited. Tickets for this class are $50 and a $20 store credit will be issued with your purchase. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCancellations can be processed for a refund with at least 48 hours' notice before the start of class. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nyc.flatiron-wines.com\/pages\/wine-school#faq\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee all our policies here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wildman [WMN]","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45833273737273,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0125\/1518\/0601\/files\/An-Evening-with-Alphonse-Mellot-Pierre-Jean-Villa-6152026-Event-Flatiron-Wines-Spirits-New-York.jpg?v=1778649607"},{"product_id":"wine-world-cup-62226","title":"The Wine World Cup: Germany vs. Austria, 6\/22\/26","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKick off the 2026 World Cup with Flatiron Wines \u0026amp; Spirits and come cheer on two legendary teams as they face off on the pitch of our mezzanine for a walk-around style tasting of selected wines from eight different growers. \u003cstrong\u003eBetween 5:30 and 7:30pm on June 22\u003c\/strong\u003e, drop in and meet the winemakers themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the agenda: terroir, excellence, and tradition. You’ll feel the pulse of these two great nations as you immerse yourself in the experience. This friendly face-off presents a rare opportunity to meet a host of essential producers who embody the very best of German and Austrian viticulture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet’s discover the teams…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTEAM GERMANY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e1. Weingut Kruger-Rumpf\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLocated in Münster-Sarmsheim along the Nahe River, Weingut Kruger-Rumpf combines steep slate vineyards with a modern, energetic approach to German wine. The family estate is known for expressive Rieslings that balance vibrant minerality with generosity and charm, alongside beautifully crafted Pinot Noir and traditional sparkling wines. 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With holdings in many of the region’s top Grand Cru vineyards, the estate produces powerful yet refined wines with remarkable depth and longevity. Bürklin-Wolf’s commitment to terroir-driven winemaking and uncompromising quality has made it a global icon of German Riesling.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe winery will be represented by Fabian.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTEAM AUSTRIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e1. Weingut Bründlmayer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFounded in Langenlois in the Kamptal, Weingut Bründlmayer is one of Austria’s most internationally celebrated wineries. Under the leadership of Willi Bründlmayer, the estate has become synonymous with world-class Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, and traditional-method Sekt. 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Their Pinot Noirs, in particular, have earned international acclaim for their Burgundian finesse and precision.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe winery will be represented by Alexander.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e3. Weingut Hirsch\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFamily-owned and deeply rooted in the Kamptal, Weingut Hirsch is one of Austria’s benchmark estates for terroir-driven Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. Led by Johannes Hirsch, the winery is known for its organic farming, focus on single-vineyard expressions, and elegant, mineral wines that beautifully capture the diversity of the Kamptal’s soils. Hirsch combines precision with purity, producing wines that are both age-worthy and incredibly food-friendly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe winery will be represented by Johannes' daughter Marie.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e4. Weingut Prieler\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLocated on the western shores of Lake Neusiedl in Burgenland, Weingut Prieler is renowned for producing some of Austria’s finest Blaufränkisch alongside expressive Pinot Blancs. Family-run and deeply connected to the limestone and slate-rich terroirs of Leithaberg, the Prieler family focuses on purity, structure, and age ability. Their wines combine power with restraint, making them a favorite among sommeliers and collectors alike.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe winery will be represented by the Skurnik Team.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the field, there are no favorites. From soil to glass, each estate will deploy its unique strategy to win over your palate. Between the sharp purity of the German cuvées and the silky complexity of the Austrian wines, you’ll find yourself delightfully torn. 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He will join us on \u003cstrong\u003eour mezzanine Wednesday, June 24 at 6pm\u003c\/strong\u003e to share his amazing wine background and knowledge. Parra has a truly global perspective, educated in France and honed while working with top producers in both hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHolding a PhD in Terroir Viticoles from the Institut National Agronomique Paris-Grignon in France, Parra has spent more than two decades studying the relationship between geology, soil, climate and wine quality at the vineyard scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown in the wine world as “Dr. Terroir,” he has advised some of the most respected wineries across Chile, Argentina, California, Burgundy, Barolo, Rioja, Portugal and beyond. His work focuses on identifying the highest potential vineyard sites and understanding how subtle geological differences influence vine balance, texture and wine identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParra’s philosophy is deeply rooted in field observation, soil pits, rock interpretation and tasting. His approach combines rigorous scientific understanding with a strong sensory and emotional connection to wine. He is particularly recognized for redefining terroir studies through the concept of scale, emphasizing the importance of micro-terroir units within vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside his consulting work, Pedro Parra is also the founder of Pedro Parra y Familia, one of the most distinctive terroir-driven winery projects in South America. Created in southern Chile, the project represents the personal and philosophical synthesis of his life’s work in geology, viticulture and wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocused primarily on old-vine Cinsault, País and other Mediterranean varieties grown on granite soils in the Itata region, the wines seek to express what Parra calls “rock wines” — wines defined not by power or extraction, but by texture, tension, minerality and energy. The project is deeply connected to the historic dry-farmed vineyards of southern Chile, many planted more than a century ago and cultivated by small traditional growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than pursuing ripeness or concentration, Pedro Parra y Familia focuses on purity, transparency and site expression. Farming and winemaking are intentionally minimalist, aiming to preserve the identity of each vineyard and geological formation. Fermentations are carried out with native yeasts, extraction is gentle, oak influence is limited, and the wines are designed to transmit freshness and the tactile sensation of granite-derived terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery has become internationally recognized for helping redefine the image of Chilean fine wine, moving away from fertile valley-floor viticulture toward a vision centered on poor rocky soils, hillside vineyards and old heritage vines. 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