The Wines and Tastes of Bordeaux, with Jarod Sleet of, on AmaDolce

Join ROCO Winery's Associate Winemaker, Jarod Sleet, on a fanstastic voyage of wine and cuisine in Bordeaux, France, one of the world's most important wine regions. Further enchnace your vacation by adding optional pre and post-crusie tours to Bilabo/San Sebastian, Spain and the Loire Valley, France.

Begin your journey in the heart of Basque Country, Bilbao! Home to the world-renowned Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao is a cultural hub for rich history and flavorful cuisine. Then enjoy two nights in the stunning seaside resort of San Sebastián before embarking on your river cruise journey in Bordeaux. From romantic walks to red wine, Bordeaux is the cultural capital of all that is quintessentially French. Follow wine's journey from countryside to cask as you tour centuries-old vineyards and taste Bordeaux's finest vintages throughout your river cruise experience. Step into living history when you visit historic Roquetaillade Castle and Chteau Boutinet, delighting in their elegant décor and regal architecture. Then, contrast their grandeur with the pastoral gems including the historic village of Saint-Émilion and the seaside resort of Soulac-sur-Mer. After disembarking, you will venture into the UNESCO-designated Loire Valley, the all-important "Garden of France." Journey to Amboise, the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, before concluding your journey in the “City of Lights” which needs no introduction, Paris.

Jarod brings with him a wealth of wine knowledge and experience in the wine industry.  Though born in Kentucky, Jarod didn’t fall in love with the juice inside oak barrels until he’d moved to Oregon and attended culinary school as an aspiring chef. The instinct to learn about food—its sources, techniques, and surprises—eventually led him to Oregon wine country, first as a harvest intern and then onto Oregon State University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in viticulture and enology. Following winemaking stints at Cana’s Feast, Archery Summit, and Argyle, Jarod joined ROCO in 2017 as it's assistant winemaker.  He looks forward to sharing his passions for wine and cuisine with you in Bordeaux!

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