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Champagne from Soil to Sip: Cumières Edition
A La Fête du Champagne masterclass in New York City focused on Cumières terroir, Joseph Perrier, Champagne Geoffroy, Champagne winemaking.
About the event
A Cumières-focused Champagne masterclass
Champagne from Soil to Sip — Cumières Edition is a La Fête du Champagne masterclass centered on the Premier Cru village of Cumières in the eastern Vallée de la Marne. The session uses Cumières as the lens for Champagne terroir, grape varieties, viticulture, production, and winemaking.
Joseph Perrier and Champagne Geoffroy
The producer focus is Joseph Perrier and Champagne Geoffroy, both presented as champions of Cumières and its terroirs. The listed wine lineup includes Champagne Joseph Perrier La Côte à Bras 2016, Champagne Joseph Perrier Les Chalmonts 2020, Champagne Geoffroy Empreinte Pinot Noir 2018, Champagne Geoffroy Lieu-dit “Tiersaude” Meunier 2020, and Champagne Geoffroy Coteaux Champenois “Moulin à Vent” Meunier 2022; the exact wines and vintages are subject to change.
Speakers and moderation
Peter Liem, co-founder and moderator for La Fête du Champagne, leads the discussion. The special guests named for the masterclass are Sacha Geoffroy of Champagne Geoffroy and Benjamin Fourmon of Joseph Perrier; Benjamin Fourmon is also listed as a sixth-generation owner.
New York City access details
The event is held at Pier Sixty, Pier 60, 60 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011, in New York City. Access is exclusive to American Express Platinum Card and Centurion Members, with ticket access unlocked by entering the 10-digit toll-free Customer Service number from the back of the eligible card when prompted. Tickets are listed at $125 + tax.
Hosts & guests
Sacha Geoffroy
Winemaker
Benjamin Fourmon
Sixth-generation owner
Peter Liem
Co-founder and moderator · La Fête du Champagne
Frequently asked questions
What is discussed in this masterclass?
The masterclass explores Champagne terroir, grape varieties, viticulture, production, winemaking through the Premier Cru village of Cumières in the eastern Vallée de la Marne.
Which wines are listed for the session?
The listed wines are Champagne Joseph Perrier La Côte à Bras 2016, Champagne Joseph Perrier Les Chalmonts 2020, Champagne Geoffroy Empreinte Pinot Noir 2018, Champagne Geoffroy Lieu-dit “Tiersaude” Meunier 2020, Champagne Geoffroy Coteaux Champenois “Moulin à Vent” Meunier 2022. Exact wines and vintages are subject to change.
Who is leading the discussion?
Peter Liem moderates. Sacha Geoffroy of Champagne Geoffroy and Benjamin Fourmon of Joseph Perrier are named as special guests, with Benjamin Fourmon listed as a sixth-generation owner.
Where is the event held?
The event is held at Pier Sixty, Pier 60, 60 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011, in New York City.
Who can purchase tickets?
Access is exclusive to American Express Platinum Card and Centurion Members. The purchase flow asks for the 10-digit toll-free Customer Service number from the back of the eligible card, entered without spaces, dashes, or the initial 1.
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