Wines of Beaujolais session will be hosted by Greg Van Wagner and Fernando Beteta, MS. If you have not yet secured your visitor tickets, it's time to get your tickets and plan your USATT day.

Beneath Beaujolais offers a soil-first perspective of the region accompanied by an in-depth, analytical tasting. The understanding of the unique terroir of Beaujolais has reached new levels with the completion of the Sigales soil study in 2017. This project spanned ten years, involved thousands of soil samples, and confirmed winegrowers' hypothesis that Beaujolais might be the most geodiverse wine region in the world. Powered by an evolved and interactive guide of Beaujolais' mosaic of soil, this unique seminar explores the region plot-by-plot while tasting through an eye-opening lineup of wines. #BeaujolaisWines

Fernando Beteta, a Master Sommelier known for his humble demeanor, began his career in the hospitality industry after studying hotel management in Europe and Thailand. He discovered his passion for wine while working as a restaurant manager at The Dining Room Ritz-Carlton in Chicago, eventually becoming a Master Sommelier in six years. Beteta has held prestigious positions, including Wine Director of NoMI at the Park Hyatt Chicago, where he oversaw a cellar of over 10,000 bottles. He has been recognized for his talents, winning awards such as Best Young Sommelier Midwest and America’s Best New Sommelier. Beteta co-founded Tenzing Wine & Spirits and is now a partner in High Road Wine & Spirits, continuing to embody the sommelier lifestyle as a traveler and industry observer.

Get your expo floor tickets of USA Trade Tasting to attend the Beneath Beaujolais master class and step into the Beaujolais Lounge, where the spirit of 'Beaujonomie' – sharing great wine with friends – takes center stage. Network, unwind, and taste through a lineup of Beaujolais wines across the color spectrum.