The French Wine Society is pleased to virtually welcome Dewey Markham for a fascinating and insightful webinar on the Bordeaux Classification System of 1855!
This webinar is part of the 8-month French Wine Scholar e-learning program starting March 1st.
The topic:
 The 1855 Classification is a cornerstone for understanding Bordeaux and its wines. More than just a list of the Médoc's top reds and the best whites in Sauternes, the Classification is the summit of a commercial system which touches every wine produced throughout the region. Its origins are often told, but all too often adulterated with myth and misunderstanding. In fact, the Classification's creation is more involved than commonly thought, and its current importance is greater than generally acknowledged.
The presenter:
 Dewey Markham, Jr., the author of the James Beard Award-winning book 1855: A History of the Bordeaux Classification, will explain what makes the Classification unique to Bordeaux, why some areas such as Saint-Emilion and Pomerol were not included, and how it influences--and how it does not--the character of the wines we enjoy today.
Recommended reading:
"1855: A History of the Bordeaux Classification" by Dewey Markham, Jr. - To order, click here.
 About the webinar:
Attendees will be able to ask questions and interact with the presenter. Audio can be received through your computer's speakers or via telephone.
All instructions will be emailed to you from GoToWebinar 48 hours prior to the beginning of the webinar.
The webinar will start promptly at 7:00 pm E.T. Please log on to the link 10 to 5 minutes prior to the posted webinar start time in order to trouble-shoot set-up difficulties should you encounter any. Technical support is available by calling: 202-466-0775
Important note:
Students registered in the 8-month French Wine Scholar e-learning program are automatically registered for this webinar.
Others may register by using the "Purchase tickets" link below. | 
