Grappille's Masterclass
with Xavier
Masterclass with Xavier Thuizat
Several times a year, Grappille transforms into an intimate tasting bar with “Les Rendez-vous de Grappille.”
From 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., let Xavier, our wine expert, guide you through a friendly and relaxed masterclass.
On the program:
5 to 6 glasses carefully selected by Xavier, based on a theme (region, grape variety, style, unexpected pairing, etc.).
Grappillettes to accompany the tasting and reveal the flavors.
A warm and curious atmosphere, where wine is as much about storytelling as it is about tasting.
A moment suspended between knowledge sharing and pleasure, exploring wine in a different way, glass in hand.
6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Up to 16 people
5-6 wines selected by Xavier Thuizat
Grappillettes by Chef Sébastien Sanjou
Thursday, June 25, 2026
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE: AN ICON OF THE RHÔNE VALLEY
€215
A legendary appellation in the southern Rhône, Châteauneuf-du-Pape embodies power, complexity, and identity.
With its rounded pebble terroirs, diverse grape varieties, and multiple styles, each wine tells a story and bears a signature.
This masterclass offers a detailed analysis of this icon: understanding the soils, blends, great names, and contemporary interpretations.
A guided tasting to understand what makes the great Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines so unique and long-lived.
An opportunity to appreciate the full richness of a legendary appellation.
Thursday, July 9, 2026
WINES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN ISLANDS:
BETWEEN HISTORY AND MODERNITY
€215
From Sicily to Sardinia, Crete to the Balearic Islands, the Mediterranean islands cultivate a unique wine-growing identity, shaped by the sun, wind, and sea.
This masterclass explores island vineyards where indigenous grape varieties, ancestral traditions, and new generations of winemakers engage in a bold dialogue.
A guided tasting to understand how these historic terroirs are now part of a resolutely contemporary viticulture.
A sensory journey between memory, character, and renewal.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
CONDRIEU AND CÔTE-RÔTIE:
TWO TEMPLES OF THE RHÔNE VALLEY
€235
Two neighboring appellations, two profoundly distinct identities.
On one side, Condrieu and its great Viogniers, known for their silky textures and expressive aromatics. On the other, Côte-Rôtie, homeland of Syrah, defined by finesse and depth.
This masterclass explores the steep terroirs of the Northern Rhône, the styles of renowned estates, and contemporary interpretations of these iconic appellations.
A guided tasting designed to understand how elegance, power, and precision coexist on these exceptional hillsides.
A journey into the heart of two monuments of the Rhône Valley.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
JAPANESE SAKE: THE POWER OF WATER,
THE ELEGANCE OF GESTURE...
€215
Far more than a traditional beverage, sake is an art of precision, balance, and transmission.
From the choice of rice to the purity of water, from polishing to fermentation, every detail shapes the style and identity of sake.
This masterclass offers an immersion into the fascinating world of Japanese sake: major categories, production methods, serving temperatures, and unexpected pairings.
A guided tasting to discover the aromatic richness and delicate craftsmanship behind this centuries-old tradition.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
THE 1990s: THE GREATEST DECADE IN WINE HISTORY?
5 PRESTIGIOUS WINES TO FIND OUT
€295
The 1990s continue to fascinate collectors and wine lovers alike.
Exceptional growing seasons, legendary vintages, and wines now reaching beautiful maturity have made this decade truly iconic.
Through five prestigious bottles, Xavier Thuizat revisits a defining era of modern wine.
The evolution of great terroirs, aging potential, and remarkable signatures: each tasting becomes a reflection on the passing of time.
A rare experience to explore, glass after glass, the enduring myth of the 1990s.
Friday, December 11, 2026
THE SPARKLING CHAMPAGNE
€235
A land of celebration and precision, Champagne embodies a unique balance of freshness, tension, and complexity.
Behind the bubbles lies a world of terroirs, craftsmanship, and endlessly diverse styles.
This masterclass explores the great identities of Champagne: grape varieties, blending, winemaking techniques, and the philosophies of both houses and growers.
A guided tasting to understand what makes great Champagne so singular, from vibrant brut styles to the most profound cuvées.
An effervescent journey into one of the wine world’s most fascinating regions.
