I am honored to welcome Mickaël Rodez, 9th-generation winemakers from Champagne Éric Rodez, and his wife, Aurélie for a special Masterclass. Join us on Thursday, October 15 at 6pm on our mezzanine. You will get to meet these dedicated winemakers and taste outstanding champagnes where bold choices create delicious wines.

Winemakers since 1757, Champagne Éric Rodez, with its 35 plots and 51,017 vines, is one of the most fascinating estates I have ever discovered.

The Rodez family's main goal is to respect their vines. They always look for ways to protect the natural balance of their land. They believe there is no need to force the vines to grow or to change Mother Nature. For them, common sense is enough. By using good judgment and a little boldness, they have shaped this unique land.

Éric Rodez has been protecting and promoting the Champagne region for over 40 years. He is a famous figure in the wine world, known for his modern ideas. He uses organic practices, grows grass between the vines, and uses natural insect control. Thanks to these efforts, his estate became the very first in France to receive the High Environmental Value (HVE) certification in 2012. He is also highly active in the Champagne community and won the Pierre Cheval Prize for his work with UNESCO.

In 2014, Mickaël and his wife, Aurélie, joined the estate to follow in Éric’s footsteps. Their goal is clear: choose quality! They continue to protect the environment by creating biodiversity areas and using essential oils (aromatherapy) to naturally fight plant diseases.

They say: "Choosing organic means breaking away from old habits. We are lucky to make wine, and we never look for overproduction. This approach ensures the quality, the expression, and the 'melody' of our champagnes. It brings joy to your taste buds."

This Masterclass is very special to me. Beyond presenting exceptionally elegant wines, I have the great pleasure of introducing long-time friends. Please join us on Thursday, October 15 at 6pm for a deep dive into the Ambonnay terroir, where boldness meets excellence.

Seating is limited. Tickets for this class are $50 and a $20 store credit will be issued with your purchase.

Cancellations can be processed for a refund with at least 48 hours' notice before the start of class. See all our policies here.