Festival de la Francophonie · Tasting: Wines of la Francophonie

Celebrate the French language around the world as we explore some of the best wines from Canada, Switzerland, France and Lebanon. (Did you know Lebanon’s winemaking history dates back 7,000 years?!) Discover the grape varieties, winemaking practices, and history of wine production in each of these French-speaking countries as Alicia shares some of her favorites that should be on your radar.

This intermediate tasting is aimed at those with some knowledge of wine who are looking to improve their tasting skills.

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome drink. Tasting begins at 6:30. Please enter via 54 W Chicago Ave.

This tasting event is part of our Festival de la Francophonie, a month-long celebration of French-speaking cultures.

About the Sommelière

Alicia Barrett

Alicia Barrett’s passion for wine began after a transformative trip to Burgundy, inspiring her to pursue a deep dive into the world of wine education. She holds the prestigious WSET Diploma, a qualification earned by only a select group of wine professionals globally. Alicia serves as the wine educator for Binny’s Beverage Depot in Illinois, where she leads educational programs for both staff and customers across 45 locations. She is also an educator for the U.S. Champagne Bureau. Previously, Alicia worked as a sommelier at the InterContinental Hotel-Chicago. When not immersed in the world of wine, Alicia enjoys exploring new culinary experiences, traveling, and living in the city.