{"product_id":"sancerre-masterclass-with-fournier-pere-amp-fils","title":"Sancerre MasterClass feat. Fournier Père et Fils","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us for a MasterClass showcasing the exceptional wines of the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fournier-pere-fils.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFournier\u003c\/a\u003e family, one of Sancerre's most respected producers. This guided tasting led by Loire native, Thomas Houdayer will explore the diverse expressions of Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Noir from the Loire Valley, highlighting how vineyard site, terroir, and winemaking influence each wine's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom vibrant, mineral-driven whites to elegant reds and rosé, guests will experience the progression from regional appellations to some of Sancerre's most celebrated single-vineyard expressions. The tasting culminates with two prestigious terroir wines that demonstrate the remarkable complexity and age-worthiness of Sancerre's finest sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the session, guests will gain insight into the history of the Fournier family, the unique soils of the Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé appellations, and the distinctive vineyard sites that have made the Loire Valley one of the world's premier regions for Sauvignon Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Thomas Houdayer, Fournier Export Manager, Americas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBorn in Angers in the Loire Valley, Thomas discovered his passion for wine in 2008 while working at a wine shop in Nantes alongside his business studies. He graduated from EM Normandie Business School in 2013 with a degree in Entrepreneurship.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eOver the past decade, Thomas has developed solid expertise in international business development within the wine industry. His professional journey has taken him to South Africa and Chicago, USA, and through several renowned wine regions, including Saumur, Bordeaux and Sancerre.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn 2019, he formally took on the role of Export Manager Americas at Domaine Fournier Père et fils, after contributing for several years to the company’s international development. Based in the Loire Valley, Thomas oversees and expands the distribution network across the entire Americas region, working closely with the Sales Director.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHe is particularly driven by building long-term partnerships, developing strong distribution networks, and supporting sustainable commercial growth. Passionate about sharing not only wines but also the identity of the terroirs behind them, he is committed to transmitting the values, authenticity and character of the Loire Valley to partners and clients across the Americas.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatured Wines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFournier Sauvignon Blanc 2025\u003cbr\u003eFournier Pouilly-Fumé 2024\u003cbr\u003eFournier Pinot Noir 2024\u003cbr\u003eFournier Sancerre Rosé 2025\u003cbr\u003eFournier Sancerre Belle Vigne 2024\u003cbr\u003eFournier Sancerre Rouge 2023\u003cbr\u003eFournier Sancerre Terres Blanches 2022\u003cbr\u003eFournier Sancerre Monts Damnés 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Vintages or selections may be subject to change based on availability prior to the event.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$25 ticket price includes 1.5 hr tasting of wines and light food pairings by Baker's Best. Space is limited. All wines will be available for purchase with special event night discounts. Please email chelsea@gordonswine.com if you have any allergies at least 48 hours before the event. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTICKETS CANNOT BE REFUNDED WITHIN 48 HOURS OF THE EVENT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PICK UP YOUR WINE FROM MAIN ST. ON THE EVENING OF THE EVENT, PLEASE LET THE WINE DEPARTMENT KNOW AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE BY CALLING (781) 893-1900 EXT. 130 OR EMAILING DAILYFLASH@GORDONSWINE.COM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEVENT QUESTIONS? 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