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3 DAYS TO TAKE THE PULSE OF A CHANGING WORLD AND PUSH THE BOUNDARIES.

With “World in Motion” as its core theme, the 2023 Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris exhibition embraced constant change and has set itself a mission to venture into uncharted territory through over 100 tastings, masterclasses and multi-format discussions.

LET’S TALK ABOUT WINE!

Placed under the patronage of OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine), 16 inspirational discussions about new ways of producing and drinking wine around the world.

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THE MASTERCLASSES

Nearly 40 high-level masterclasses to dive deep into the heart of specific wine regions with the top subject matter experts.

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LA WINE TECH PERSPECTIVES

An area dedicated to innovation and digitalisation within the industry to provide support for every stakeholder as they transition and respond to new market challenges.

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LET’S TALK ABOUT WINE!

Placed under the patronage of OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine), 16 inspirational discussions about new ways of producing and drinking wine around the world.

Discover more

THE MASTERCLASSES

Nearly 40 high-level masterclasses to dive deep into the heart of specific wine regions with the top subject matter experts.

Discover more

LA WINE TECH PERSPECTIVES

An area dedicated to innovation and digitalisation within the industry to provide support for every stakeholder as they transition and respond to new market challenges.

Discover more

THE INFINITE BAR

Designed to showcase the creative spirit of the top mixologists attending Be Spirits, the Infinite Bar will this year host 5 European bars, 5 bars from French regions and 10 Parisian bars spread across a huge, 40-metre-long bar.

SPEAKEASY

A part of Be Spirits – the exhibition’s spirits-centric space – the Speakeasy area will offer a series of masterclasses, conferences and events focusing on spirits and mixology.

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DETAILED PROGRAMME

Conferences, masterclasses, tastings, interviews... The program per day, per hour and per location!

THE INFINITE BAR

SPEAKEASY

A part of Be Spirits – the exhibition’s spirits-centric space – the Speakeasy area will offer a series of masterclasses, conferences and events focusing on spirits and mixology.

Discover more

DETAILED PROGRAMME

Conferences, masterclasses, tastings, interviews... The program per day, per hour and per location!

THE FREE-POUR TASTINGS

Some emotions can only be conveyed through tastings. Discover 1,500 wines, including the international selection by Valeria Gamper, 2022 Best Sommelier of the Americas.

THE RVF VILLAGE

La Revue du Vin de France will be curating masterclasses for a select audience so that you can broaden your knowledge with the world’s top specialists.

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OFFICIAL PARTIES

• Sunday 12 February 2023

THE JURADE AND WINES OF SAINT-ÉMILION STARRED DINNER

The Jurade and the Wines of Saint-Emilion organized a dinner at the Hotel Georges V (Paris 8ème), prepared by the 3 Michelin starred Chef Christian Le Squer. 12 wines of the Saint-Emilion appellations has been served during this dinner.

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Information and booking at : christelle.forestier@vins-saint-emilion.com

OPENING NIGHT OF THE OFF WINE PARIS & VINEXPO PARIS

The food scene met at the Serpent à Plume to celebrate the incredible talents of all chefs, sommeliers and bartenders. A festive evening to inaugurate the 2023 selection of 180 restaurants and cocktail bars that particularly highlighted wine service and mixology in their establishments. For more information: www.leoff-paris.com.

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From 7pm at the Serpent à Plume by invitation only

• Monday 13 February 2023

TASTING & COCKTAIL PARTY

The Crus Classé de Graves Wines and Champagne Laurent Perrier organized an evening of tasting of the wines of the Crus Classés de Graves and Champagne Laurent Perrier, followed by a dinner cocktail party to accompany old vintages.

Organized by:

By invitation only

WINE PARIS & VINEXPO PARIS INTERNATIONAL OPENING COCKTAIL PARTY

On the occasion of the opening of Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris, and in partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Paris, Vinexposium, organizer of the event, invited its international clients to a cocktail dinner party at the Hôtel de Talleyrand.

Organized by:

By invitation only

• Tuesday 14 February 2023

GALA DINNER OF THE COMMANDERIE DU BONTEMPS

The Commanderie du Bontemps de Médoc et Graves - Sauternes et Barsac, organized a gala dinner at the Château de Versailles on the occasion of Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris.

Organized by:

By invitation only

THE WORLD'S FINEST SOMMELIERS

The day before the exhibition opens, the 2023 Best Sommelier of the World was designated at Paris La Défense Aréna (get your ticket), after five days of challenging world-class assessments, from 7 to 12 February. Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris has partnered with this prestigious competition and had the honour of welcoming the recipient of the 17th edition’s title, providing an opportunity to host a one-of-a-kind programme of events in conjunction with the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale.

• Vinexpo Challenge
An exceptional challenge with the last two Best Sommeliers of the World : Marc Almert (2019 World’s Best Sommelier) and Arvid Rosengren (2016 WBS). Robert JOSEPH, (Consultant, journalist, speaker and co-owner of Le Grand Noir wines), moderated the event.

• Battle of the Sommeliers
An innovative format for this female-only edition, with Heidi Mäkinen (Master of Wine),Véronique Rivest (2012 Best Sommelier of the Americas) and Paz Levinson (2010 & 2014 Best Sommelier of Argentina). William Wouters, (ASI President - Association de la Sommellerie Internationale) moderated the event.

• Chef & Sommelier Duos
Iconic duos shared their unique visions of the world of high-end gastronomy and wine and tasting some food & wine pairings that took you by surprise!

Featuring:
- Guy Savoy & Sylvain Nicolas : Monday, 13 February 2023 - from 3:30 to 4:30 pm - Room 5 - Let's talk about wine! Add to favorites
- Thierry Marx & David Biraud : Tuesday, 14 February 2023 - from 3:30 to 4:30 pm - Room 2 - Les Masterclasses. Add to favorites
- Adeline Grattard & Marine Delaporte : Wednesday, 15 February 2023 - from 3:30 to 4:30 pm - Room 2 - Les Masterclasses. Add to favorites

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