Can you tell a French Champagne from an English Sparkling Wine just by taste? What about a Cava from Spain, a Sekt from Germany, a sparkler from Argentina, or a bottle of American bubbly? On Friday, July 17, Seaboard Wine is putting your palate to the ultimate test with the World Cup Wine Challenge, a blind tasting showdown featuring six world-class sparkling wines from six different countries.
What Is the World Cup Wine Challenge?
This isn’t your average wine tasting. Six premium sparkling wines will be served up completely blind; no labels, no hints, just you and your glass.Â
Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or someone who just enjoys a good glass of bubbly, this event is for you. It’s a chance to explore how sparkling wine styles differ across the globe.
The Details
- When: Friday, July 17 all day
- Where: 1914 Bernard Street, Raleigh, NC
- Cost: $29 + Eventbrite fee
- Prize: The guest with the most correct matches takes home a $25 gift certificate
What to Expect
- Six premium sparkling wines, each from a different wine-producing country
- A completely blind tasting experience labels stay hidden until the big reveal
- A fun, competitive challenge to match each wine to its country
Sparkling wine is so much more than Champagne. Every region brings its own grape varieties, climate, and winemaking traditions to the glass, resulting in wildly different styles even within the same category. This tasting is a chance to sharpen your palate, learn something new, and see how you stack up against fellow wine lovers all while sipping some seriously good sparkling wine.
Seats are limited, so don’t wait! Scan the QR code on our flyer or head to Eventbrite to grab your ticket now.
Think you know your Champagne? Come prove it.