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Down the Duoro: A Port Tasting Experience | November 3rd | 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Down the Duoro: A Port Tasting Experience | November 3rd | 6:00-7:30 p.m.

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Instructor: Kaleigh Swift

Class type: Take Notes! | These are our classic "lecture-styled" classes, where you're given lots of in-depth information by a knowledgeable instructor. Anyone is welcome to attend, but these classes are geared toward folks with more than a passing interest in the subject.

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN THIS CLASS:

  • A deep-dive, instructor-led tasting.
  • A welcome cocktail.
  • A flight of ports from in a range of styles.
  • Light fare to snack on.
  • Special pricing on all featured beverages.
  • Some lasting memories!

Join our port enthusiast and Lusophile, Kaleigh Swift, as she explores the history, culture, and creation of port wine. Originally created as a workaround to a French embargo on exporting wines to England, this popular class of fortified wine is so much more than just a saccharine dessert wine and deserves to be savored on its own. We'll go over how port is made and its surprisingly varied styles. Whether you're new to port, have only had it at Christmas time with Stilton, or are a distinguished member of the Port Wine Brotherhood (yes, such an organization exists), this class has a port wine for you! Attendees will enjoy a catered selection of small bites in addition to special pricing on all ports. 

IMPORTANT STUFF: 

  • Participants must be 21 years old.
  • Tickets are non-refundable. If given a minimum of two days (48-hour) notice, we can issue you a class credit or transfer your tickets to a future class.
  • Please notify France 44 with any dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Parking in our lot is limited, however, parking is available on 44th Street, France Ave, and Drew Ave S.
  • France 44 is wheelchair accessible.
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MEET THE INSTRUCTOR:

Kaleigh Swift

Kaleigh received her WSET 1-3 certifications through France 44 Wines and Spirits where she works part time on the events team and assists and teaches public classes. She works full time in communications at the University of Minnesota. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, playing and watching volleyball, spending time with her cats and working on house projects.

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