Event Description
Biodynamic winemaking - pseudoscience or is there something in it after all? Does it matter to the way wines taste? Or even your enjoyment of them?
Rudolf Steiner certainly thought so when he studied the impact the lunar cycle has on plants in the 1920s. The lunar cycle controls the movement of tidal waters around the globe so if plants are 85% water, surely the lunar cycle has an impact on their growth? Does that impact extend to humans (we're 75-80% water)?
In biodynamic farming, the farm is viewed as a whole living organism, requiring a diversity of animal and plant species—with an emphasis on pasture, native plants and pollinator plants—to thrive. In biodynamic farming, practitioners believe that everything you need to make the plant healthy is provided on the farm already.
This certainly makes for better grapes (and wine!) but what about it's impact on you, the wine drinker? Have you ever wondered why wines taste better one some days than others? Ever thought about your habits inconjunction with the lunar cycle (the word 'lunatic' is thought provoking enough!).
The French have lunar timetables next to their bus timetables but many of us have lost the link between ourselves and the natural cycles of our planet.
Join us as we delve into the science & the myths behind biodynamic winemaking and how that directly relatest to you, the consumer? Importantly, do the wines taste better? Are they better for you, or even the planet?
A thought provoking evening with 6 extraordinaryly unique wines showcasing mother nature at her best!
Your tasting will include: a tasting samples of six carefully selected wines, tasting samples of artisan cheeses, full wine notes & handouts, a 2 hour interactive presentation, with Q&A, led by our wine tutor.