Caviar, First Growth & Champagne Tasting
The Caviar, First Growth & Champagne Tasting offers a refined gastronomic experience designed to showcase exceptional products. This experience brings together three caviars, including IGP Aquitaine caviar, paired with First Growth and a Champagne, all carefully selected for the harmony of their pairings.
The workshop is hosted and guided by Laetitia Ouspointour, an oenologist with recognized training in Champagne wines. Holding a Champagne Education – Level 4 diploma, Laetitia Ouspointour possesses in-depth expertise in Champagne wines, including terroirs, production methods, and advanced sensory analysis. This high-level certification enables her to explain precisely the influence of Champagne in caviar pairings and to demonstrate their gustatory balance.
Each pairing is designed to highlight the texture, salinity, and length on the palate of the caviar, while illustrating the influence of the wines and Champagne on sensory perception. The tasting experience provides insight into why certain combinations achieve such precision and balance.
Aquitaine caviar, the benchmark of French caviar
The tasting begins with Aquitaine caviar, recognized by its Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status. This French caviar, produced from sturgeon farmed in Aquitaine, stands out for the consistency of its pearls, its freshness, and its aromatic balance.
This first stage introduces an essential question: how to eat caviar. Participants discover what caviar is, how to taste it properly, how to place it on the palate, and how to fully appreciate each roe without altering its delicate aromas.
Caviar and First Growth Pairing
The first pairing combines a dry white First Growth with the first type of caviar. The freshness and tension of the wine enhance the delicacy of the caviar without overpowering its aromas. This pairing showcases the ability of Bordeaux’s First Growth to complement exceptional gastronomic products.
The guided tasting allows participants to identify the balance between minerality, acidity, and texture. Indeed, it helps them understand the importance of selecting a structured dry white wine to accompany caviar.
Caviar and Champagne Pairing
The second highlight of the tasting focuses on a caviar and Champagne pairing. The fine bubbles and liveliness of the Champagne create an elegant contrast with the texture of the caviar. This pairing showcases the freshness, aromatic precision, and persistence on the palate.
This combination demonstrates why Champagne is an essential reference in gastronomic experiences with caviar. The tasting allows participants to perceive the impact of the bubbles on the aromatic experience.
Caviar and Sweet 1855 First Growth Pairing
The final pairing combines a sweet 1855 First Growth with a third type of caviar. The sweetness and aromatic richness of the wine contrast with the saltiness of the caviar, revealing another dimension of this exceptional product.
This pairing demonstrates that Bordeaux sweet wines can successfully accompany caviar when balance is maintained.
- Tasting of three caviars, including IGP Aquitaine caviar
- Pairings with a dry white First Growth, Champagne, and sweet 1855 First Growth.
- Workshop led by Laetitia Ouspointour, expert trained in Champagne wines
- Duration: 1h30, dynamic and educational
- Tailor-made experience for private and corporate events in France and across Europe.
Offer your guests a rare and memorable experience, where Aquitaine caviar, First Growth, and Champagne come together in an exceptional pairing, designed to elevate your events and leave a lasting impression.
