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THE GREAT MASTERCLASSES 2026
Two wine icons. Two regions. One extraordinary experience.
France and Italy. The Loire and Tuscany. White and red. Sauvignon Blanc and Sangiovese. Two exceptional encounters featuring some of the world’s most iconic and sought-after wines. Bottles sourced directly from the estates, rare vintages and prestigious magnums, personally presented by Anne Vatan and Beatrice Buontempo.
In an intimate setting reserved for a select few wine lovers, our hosts will share the stories, anecdotes and secrets behind their wines through a personal exchange that rarely comes along.
AN EXCLUSIVE ENCOUNTER FOR A SELECT FEW
More than tastings: intimate encounters with the people behind legendary wines. Two private sessions for a small number of enthusiasts. A rare opportunity in Lugano.
CHF 175 per person, per Masterclass, including VAT
Booking is exclusively available to holders of an admission ticket to the Wine Portfolio Tasting 2026.
Places are extremely limited. Secure your place and do not miss this extraordinary opportunity.
14:30 | EDMOND VATAN – CLOS LA NÉORE
Loire, France | With Anne Vatan
One wine, six vintages, almost thirty years of history.
Anne Vatan, Edmond’s daughter and now at the helm of the iconic family domaine, will guide guests through an extraordinary vertical tasting of Clos la Néore. Produced in the village of Chavignol, in Sancerre, it is one of the world’s most sought-after Sauvignon Blancs. A journey through distinctly different vintages, revealing the identity of a legendary terroir and the exceptional complexity and ageing potential of this cult wine.
Sancerre Clos la Néore – Vintages to be tasted:
1996 · 2013 · 2014 · 2019 (Magnum) · 2020 (Magnum) · 2021 (Magnum)
ORE 16:00 | STELLA DI CAMPALTO
Montalcino, Tuscany | With Beatrice Buontempo
Two great vintages, four masterful interpretations of Sangiovese. Beatrice Buontempo, who runs one of Montalcino’s most iconic estates alongside her mother, Stella di Campalto, will lead a fascinating comparison of the 2016 and 2018 vintages.
Two profoundly different yet equally extraordinary vintages, explored through four expressions of Sangiovese. A journey through vineyards, nuances and winemaking philosophy, told first-hand by someone who helps bring these great Brunello di Montalcino wines to life.
Wines to be tasted:
– Brunello di Montalcino Sasso 2016 (Magnum)
– Brunello di Montalcino VCLC 2016
– Brunello di Montalcino Bosco 2018 (Magnum)
– Brunello di Montalcino Aria 2018
