Effervescence 2018

The premier Effervescence: A Champagne & Sparkling Wine Celebration in Los Angeles was a smashing success. Epicureans from around the world celebrated the past, present, and future of Champagne and sparkling wine in luxurious dinners, wide-ranging tastings, and informative masterclasses. Below, explore the exquisite events and fabulous personalities that graced the 2018 edition of Effervescence!

Dining
Dining
Champagne Gala Dinner

Saturday, May 5, 2018

7:00pm

République

Chef Walter Manzke hosted a Paulée-style dinner where enthusiasts and producers alike pop and share their most treasured bottles of Champagne.
Dining
Krug Lovers Dinner

Thursday, May 3, 2018

7:30pm

Viale dei Romani

A night of exclusive treasures for Krug lovers with the cuisine of Chef Casey Lane and Krug winemaker Jérôme Jacoillot.
Dining
Billecart-Salmon Collector Luncheon

Friday, May 4, 2018

12:30pm

République

Effervescence 2018 featured a sumptuous tasting menu by Chef Walter Manzke celebrating Billecart-Salmon’s 200th Anniversary.
Dining
An Evening of Krug x Vinyl

Friday, May 4, 2018

8:00pm

Kali

The famed Krug Champagne House took over one of LA’s finest restaurants, Kali, for one night only.
Masterclass
Masterclass
Mature Champagnes – How Champagne Ages Over the Years

Friday, May 4, 2018

10:30am

Kimpton La Peer Hotel

Swedish Champagne expert Richard Juhlin, in a rare US appearance, will conduct a master class on how mature Champagne evolves through the years.
Masterclass
Champagne Hiking – The Missing Piece

Saturday, May 5, 2018

10:30am

Kimpton La Peer Hotel

Richard Juhlin, author of The Scent of Champagne, delievered a masterclass on how our environment influences our perception of Champagne.
Masterclass
Style and Substance – The Triumph of the Grande Marques

Thursday, May 3, 2018

1:30pm – 3:00pm

Kimpton La Peer Hotel

Master Sommelier Geoff Kruth on the role of big Champagne houses in the modern market.
Masterclass
“You Say Bubbles, I Say Sparkling Wine”

Thursday, May 3, 2018

10:30am – 12:00pm

Kimpton La Peer Hotel

Noted journalist Patrick Comiskey on the international breadth of sparkling wines.
Masterclass
An Exploration of Chardonnay in Krug

Friday, May 4, 2018

4:00pm – 5:30pm

Kimpton La Peer Hotel

Winemaker of Krug Clos du Mesnil, Jérôme Jacoillot, took attendees on an exploration of Chardonnay. The masterclass included the United States premiere of Clos du Mesnil 2004.
Tasting
Tasting
Grand Champagne Tasting

Saturday, May 5, 2018

1:00pm – 5:00pm

Avalon Hollywood

The can’t miss event of Effervescence 2018 featured a grand tasting tour of Champagne and all the region has to offer.
Tasting
More Bubbles Sparkling Wine Extravaganza

Friday, May 4, 2018

5:00pm – 9:00pm

Avalon Hollywood

A walk-around style tasting that featured sparkling wines from Spain, USA, France, England, Italy, Austria and beyond.