CORSO BURGUNDY WINE COURSE

9 Palmetto Bay Road,Hilton Head Island SC 29928

22 September, 2022

Description

Join us for an incredible opportunity to explore the renowned wine region of Burgundy, France with this fun and interactive wine tasting course presented by special guest Donn Danielson with Michael Corso Selections! TIMELINE: 4:30PM: Champagne toast and hors d'oeuvres at the wine bar 5:00 -7:00PM: Wine tasting & education in the kitchen WINES WE WILL ENJOY... Domaine Gilles Noblet, Pouilly-Fuisse Domaine Jean-Marie Bouzereau, Meursault Domaine Amiot Guy et Fils, Chassagne-Montrachet Vieilles Vignes Blanc Domaine Rene LeClerc, Bourgogne Rouge Domaine Jacques Girardin, Santenay 1er Cru Clos Rousseau Domaine Rene LeClerc, Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Combe Aux Moines Domaine Gille, Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Bousselots PRICE: $75 PER PERSONABOUT MICHAEL CORSO SELECTIONS: Our goal at Michael Corso Selections is simple: to import top quality wines at the best possible prices. Our belief is in the growers: good growers will always make good wine. We travel regularly and extensively in France seeking those producers whose wines offer a classical profile and express the unique qualities of their specific terroirs. We work predominantly with small vignerons who are keenly aware of the importance of the land that they pass on to their children and grandchildren. Hence, many of the wines we import are produced sustainably, many organically and all are made with a respect for quality. We believe in letting the winemakers make the wine; we are not interventionist importers. We like wines that are meant to be enjoyed with food, wines with freshness and acidity, wines that are finely balanced and not overpowering. Since 1972, Mike Corso has worked in virtually all aspects of wine sales: retail, restaurant, wholesale distribution, importer representative and importer, always with a concentration on European wines. Michael Corso Selections offers the expertise of over 40 years of experience in the wine trade, the quality of hand-selected wines from small, family domaines and the character of wines rooted in traditional styles. DONN DANIELSON- DIRECTOR OF SALES: Donn Danielson brings a passion for wine, especially French wine, with over 30 years of experience in the industry working with distributors, wine suppliers, and National Accounts On and Off Premise. Donn grew up in Chicago working in restaurants with his family and as a means of supporting himself in college. He got started in the wine business with his first job out of college running the wine department for Marshall Field’s in Chicago. In the evenings, he attended Chicago Wine School to become more proficient in wine and wine education. In 1994, Donn joined Chicago Wine Merchants, a division of Union Beverage Company, where he first met and worked with Mike. After several years and different roles including Sales Representative, District Manager and finally Brand Manager, Donn decided to move to Northern California in 1999 to begin his career as a supplier. He worked for The Hess Collection Winery, Grgich Hills Estate, and Folio Fine Wine Partners/Michael Mondavi. In 2015, Donn and his wife Catherine and daughter Ava moved to New Orleans where he joined European Cellars/Eric Solomon Selections as Director of National Accounts On and Off Premise. Most recently Donn was the Vice President of Sales – National Accounts, On Premise at The Mark Wine Group. When not working Donn loves to cook, play golf, and spend time with his family. He has a Business degree from Indiana University and is a huge fan of all the Chicago sports teams, with a real affinity for the Chicago Blackhawks!