Please note: for the Masterclasses held inside the Papiersaal you also need the Wine Fair Ticket.
Monday 13.10.2025
18:30 - 20:30: Polish Wines Masterclass by Edyta Piwowarczyk Discover the hidden gems of Poland in this guided tasting with Edyta, founder of Vinisfera. Taste unique cool-climate wines, enjoy a Polish-style apéro, and uncover stories from one of Europe’s most exciting emerging regions.
18:30 - 20:00: The Grand Tour of Champagne A sparkling deep dive into Champagne. Join festival co-founder Luiis Franceschi (WSET, future Cavaliere of Champagne) for an exclusive tasting across Champagne’s regions — from the elegance of Côte des Blancs to the power of Montagne de Reims. A masterclass to understand the diversity behind the bubbles.
19:00 - 22:00: Hidden Gems from Bordeaux Discover the hidden gems of Bordeaux—famous grapes, surprising varieties, and plenty of stories to share. This experience takes place in the cozy setting of WeinHaus, where co-founder Luca will guide you through a fine tasting, accompanied by a delicious apéro riche.
18:00 - 20:00: Sparkling Stories: Prosecco Masterclass Discover Prosecco the authentic way at the cozy Proseccheria. Guided by founder Marco, a native of Italy’s Veneto region, this Masterclass will take you through different styles of Prosecco, paired with delicious bites and plenty of stories that bring Italy’s most beloved sparkling wine to life.
18:30 - 22:00: Wine & Dine with DJ Antoine Big Bottle meets DJ Antoine. WINE & DINE - 5-course menu & wine accompaniment by KONRAD LIFESTYLE. An evening full of flavour: five courses, fine wines - an experience for the senses and soul that should not be missed.
18:00 - 22:00: Italian Aperitivo Day An experience that combines the best of wine, cocktails, and Italian food in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere, right in the heart of Zurich. Not just wine: this year, the format is enriched with a cocktail lounge where classic Italian aperitifs—from Negroni to Spritz—will take center stage, along with a buffet of Italian culinary specialties designed to enhance the flavors and complete the experience.
18:30 - 19:30: Taste Basilicata with Donato D’Angelo by Divina Food Discover the volcanic terroir of Vulture in Basilicata with the D’Angelo sisters. Through 5–6 Aglianico-based wines, this masterclass explores the EDE project, where tradition, innovation, and women in wine come together to shape the future of Southern Italy.
18:00 - 19:00: Puglia Vine, Land and Passion From Primitivo to Negroamaro, taste the passion of Southern Italy. Fabiana Wines brings the soul of Salento to Zurich in this masterclass full of tradition, terroir, and Mediterranean warmth.
19:30 - 20:30: Spanish Icons: Álvaro Palacios with Marc Almert A rare opportunity to taste the legendary wines of Álvaro Palacios, guided by none other than Marc Almert, Best Sommelier of the World 2019. An exclusive journey through Spain’s most iconic terroirs.
15:30 - 16:30: Sicily in a glass Tenute Navarra Discover the essence of Sicily in every sip. 🌋🍷 Tenute Navarra brings the island’s unique terroirs to Zurich, from volcanic soils to Mediterranean breezes — a tasting journey full of character and charm.
17:00 - 18:00: Crémant: The Other Side of Bubbles There’s more to bubbles than Champagne. 🥂 Dive into the sparkling world of Crémant, and taste how France’s other regions bring their own style, character, and elegance to fizz.
18:30 - 19:30: Château de Beaucastel: Icons of Châteauneuf-du-Pape Experience the legendary wines of Château de Beaucastel, one of the Rhône Valley’s most iconic estates. Taste exclusive 2023 reds (pre-release!) alongside a rare back-vintage from the family’s cellar in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Guided by Brand Ambassador Basil Karrer.
20:00 - 21:00: Champagne & Cheese: An Unexpected Love Story Join Peter Jauch, Champagne Master, and Babatunde Adewale — the “Cheese Doctor” — for a delicious journey pairing fine Champagnes with artisanal cheeses. A playful yet insightful masterclass that proves bubbles and cheese belong together.
15:30 - 16:30: Neue Impulse mit Crémant – für Gastronomie & Handel Crémant ist mehr als nur eine Alternative zu Champagner. 🥂 Entdecken Sie die Vielfalt, Eleganz und das Potenzial dieser Schaumweine – und wie sie neue Impulse für Gastronomie und Handel setzen können.
17:00 - 18:00: Die Einzellagen von Vinattieri Ticino - priority for HoReCa Entdecken Sie die einzelnen Terroirs von Vinattieri, wo jede Weinbergparzelle ihre eigene Identität offenbart. Vom Boden bis zum Mikroklima – jede Nuance prägt Weine von bemerkenswertem Charakter. Eine Reise durch diese einzigartigen Ausdrucksformen enthüllt die wahre Seele des Tessins.
18:30 - 19:30: Champagne Pairing Secrets - priority for HoReCa Champagne is more than an aperitif. 🍾 In this masterclass, Peter Jauch showcases Champagne’s versatility at the table, pairing different cuvées with a selection of small bites. A session designed to unlock Champagne’s full gastronomic potential.