MASTERCLASSES 2026

October 30, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Presented by Hundertweinhaus (Hungary)

Language: (EN)

Speaker: András Horkay

“Cabernet Franc is an excellent grape variety, but from now on, Villányi Franc is the name to remember!” Cabernet Franc is one of the global grape varieties that rarely grows on its own—except in the Villány wine region, where it has found its natural home. Thanks to the region’s unique terroir, climate, and creative winemakers, the premium and super-premium wines made from Cabernet Franc are now known as Villányi Franc. With this elegant wine, we pay tribute to the region’s flagship product.

The Villány wine region is Hungary’s most influential red wine region, where the great international grape variety Cabernet Franc has found its natural home. András Horkay, DipWSET, guides you through the region and introduces you to Villányi Franc, the region’s renowned premium brand. A unique perspective on Cabernet Franc through the lens of the Villány wine region.

October 31, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m. -

Presented by WeinHaus Eidmatt

Language: (DE)

Speaker: André Mehlen

November 1, 2026, 1:30–2:30 p.m. -

Presented by WeinHaus Eidmatt

Language: (EN)

Speaker: Leon Peršolja

Join young winemaker Leon Peršolja as we discover the new generation of winemakers in Slovenia’s Brda region. Together with his sister Sara, he blends tradition with modernity at the family-owned Zarova winery: regional grape varieties such as Rebula and Friulano meet international classics like Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Franc. With its new single-vineyard wine line, “Milimetri,” Zarova also showcases the potential of Brda’s individual terroirs. This masterclass is presented in collaboration with Zarova’s importer in Switzerland, the boutique wine retailer WeinHaus (Booth 217.1, MS Helvetia).

November 1, 2026, 3:15–4:15 p.m. -

Presented by: Vinebration (Hungary, Italy, Spain): Think you know nutmeg? Think again

Language (EN)

Speaker: Jusztina Kézdi

November 1, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m. -

Presented by Fine Spirits (California, USA):

Language (EN)

Speaker: Meliza Jalbert

November 2, 2026, 3:15–4:15 p.m. -

Presented by Schuler (Southern France): Speakers: Gérard Bertrand – (DE) Robert Heinzer

Immerse yourself in the world of wine with Gérard Bertrand, one of the world’s leading pioneers of biodynamic viticulture. Discover selected wines from the diverse terroirs of Southern France and experience how origin, climate, and biodynamic cultivation shape their character. From elegant and fresh to powerful and complex, this masterclass showcases the fascinating diversity of his wines.

November 5, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m. -

Presented by Expovina

Language: (DE)

Speaker: MW Yvan Barbic

November 6, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m. -

Presented by Heres Wine (Armenia)

November 7, 2026, 3:15–4:15 p.m. - José Vouillamoz (Italy): Amarone / Masi Azienda Agricola

Language: (EN)

Speaker: Dr. José Vouillamoz

November 7, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m. -

Presented by Swiss Wine & Swiss Wine Valais

Language: (EN)

Speaker: Dr. José Vouillamoz

November 8, 2026, 1:00–2:30 p.m.:

Presented by Swiss Wine -

Language: (EN)

Speaker: Dr. José Vouillamoz

November 8, 2026, 3:15–4:15 p.m. -

Presented by Schuler (Spain):

Language: (DE)

Speaker: Matthias Stahel

Ribera del Duero is one of Spain’s most fascinating wine regions—characterized by an extreme climate, impressive elevations, and the Duero River. Discover the many different ways Tempranillo is interpreted here: from the fruit-forward Roble to Crianza and Reserva, all the way to the aged Gran Reserva. Selected wines from various producers impressively demonstrate how origin and aging shape the character of each wine.

November 8, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m. -

Presented by: Supertoscano (Italy): Language: (EN)

Speakers: Giacomo Tonini & Pietro Sinigaglia

Join La Faretra in discovering two fascinating sides of Tuscany: the wild, Mediterranean-influenced Maremma and the tradition-rich Montalcino. Experience how terroir and grape varieties shape the wines in different ways, and learn what makes La Faretra’s work in the vineyard so special. Organic farming, living soils, and biodiversity are just as much a focus as the BIOPASS protocol.

November 9, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m. -

Presented by Heres Wine (Armenia): Language : (EN)

Speaker: Frunz Harutyunyan

November 9, 2026, 3:15–4:15 p.m. -

Presented by Vinattieri (Ticino)

Language: (DE)

Speaker: Ramesh Oertli

For the second year in a row, Ramesh Oertli, Brand Manager at Vinattieri, will present an exclusive selection of various vintages of Vinattieri Rosso.

This special tasting impressively demonstrates the aging potential of a wine that has repeatedly been ranked among Switzerland’s best Merlots and has been awarded 95 points by Decanter.