An educational wine experience 

Summary:

Immerse yourself in a Champagne Master Class, hosted by Master Sommelier Michael McNeill, guiding you through the exquisite world of sparkling wines. Savor tastings of prestigious Champagnes from Pol Roger and Pommery, alongside unique grower Champagnes that highlight the region's diverse terroir. This elegant and educational experience offers insights into production techniques and flavor profiles, perfect for enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.

Tasting Menu:

Duval Leroy Grand Brut NV
Pol Roger Brut NV 
Nomine Renard Rose NV
Nomine Renard Special Club 2017 
Champagne Pommery Grand Cru 2008

About Michael McNeill:

Michael McNeill, MS, Georgia’s only Master Sommelier and the dual recipient of the “Best Sommelier in America” award, currently serves as Georgia / Alabama / Tennessee Crown’s Distributing Co.’s Director of Fine Wine.


As the back-to-back champion of the “Best Sommelier in America” award, McNeill represented the U.S. in two world finals: at the Sopexa Gran Prix du Sommelier in Paris in 1994—which entitled him to serve as president of the Jury for the U.S. competition in 1997—and the Concours Mondial du Sommelier in Tokyo in 1995.

More recently, McNeill has been employed by some of the nation’s most prestigious properties, including the St. Regis New York and Atlanta’s Ritz Carlton Buckhead. He has also worked alongside numerous five-star top chefs, including Lespinasse’s Gray Kunz, The Ryland Inn’s Craig Shelton, and Guenther Seeger and Bruno Menard of The Dining Room.

As Director of Fine Wine for Georgia Crown Distributing Co., which also includes Alabama Crown Distributing, McNeill offers a wealth of knowledge regarding wine service and food and wine harmony, in addition to general sales expertise.

For more information on Georgia Crown’s Education Program, please contact Michael McNeill at MMcNeill@georgiacrown.com.

Experience Will Include:

Five (5) Champagne wines for tasting
Educational presentation
Light nibbles