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. Please note that all masterclasses are conducted in French.
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, November 19, 2026
BEAUJOLAIS WITH JEAN-ÉTIENNE CHERMETTE
From 6 pm to 8:30 pm
€110
Discover the great terroirs of Beaujolais alongside Jean-Étienne Chermette, winemaker at Domaine du Vissoux.
Through a guided tasting, explore the diversity of the appellations and the richness of the wines that make this region so distinctive.
The tasting will be followed by a dinner buffet, offering the opportunity to continue the conversation in a convivial atmosphere.
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.
Thursday, January 14, 2027
THE ART OF PAIRING FRENCH WINES AND CHEESES WITH BERNARD MÛRE-RAVAUD
€215
Xavier Thuizat and Bernard Mûre-Ravaud, a Meilleur Ouvrier de France cheesemonger, invite you to explore the subtle pairings between fine wines and France’s finest cheeses.
Throughout this masterclass, discover how terroirs, textures and aromas complement one another, revealing unexpected combinations and unique tasting experiences.
Friday, March 12, 2027
WINES AND THE WORLD’S HEADS OF STATE
€215
Grappille is all about good wine and good times with this masterclass dedicated to the Beaujolais wine region.
For this edition, the masterclass will be exceptionally hosted not by Xavier Thuizat, but by Jean-Étienne Chermette, winemaker at Domaine Vissoux. He will share his perspective on Beaujolais and introduce you to a selection of his wines, exploring the region’s terroirs, expertise and discoveries.
The tasting will continue with a dinner buffet, offering the opportunity to carry on the conversation in a convivial atmosphere.
Thursday, May 20, 2027
FRANCE VS USA: ONE GRAPE VARIETY, TWO WINES TASTED BLIND, TWO CULTURES GO HEAD-TO-HEAD!
€215
Two countries, one grape variety, two interpretations of wine: join us for a blind tasting that puts terroirs and winemaking traditions to the test. Explore the differences between French and American expressions of the same grape variety.
Climate, soil characteristics, winemaking techniques and viticultural traditions all shape distinctive profiles, revealing the richness of each wine culture. Can you identify the origin of each wine?
Thurdsay, February 11 , 2027
WINES AND THE WORLD OF PATRICK ROGER CHOCOLATE
From 8:30 pm to 10 pm
€215
When fine wines meet the world of chocolate, unexpected harmonies emerge. Xavier Thuizat will guide you through the art of pairing, while Mathilde Roger introduces Patrick Roger’s creations and shares the distinctive approach behind the chocolatier’s work.
A gourmet, sensory masterclass in which the aromatic richness of wines meets the nuanced flavours of cocoa, offering a tasting experience defined by contrast, balance and subtlety.
Thursday, April 15, 2027
POMEROL, THE QUEEN OF BORDEAUX
€250
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.
Thursdsay, June 17, 2027
BORDEAUX WHITES: A FASCINATING WORLD WITH EXCEPTIONAL AGEING POTENTIAL
€215
Often less renowned than their red counterparts, Bordeaux’s finest white wines nevertheless reveal remarkable diversity and exceptional ageing potential. Alongside Xavier Thuizat, discover these multifaceted wines, from expressive dry whites to the most complex cuvées.
Grape varieties, terroirs, ageing techniques and bottle evolution: explore the secrets that shape their identity and their ability to evolve over time. A masterclass celebrating the richness of Bordeaux whites, offering a deeper appreciation of their finesse, depth and remarkable ageing potential.