L’ ACADEMIE DU CEP celebrates its 30th edition at the Russin Harvest Festival!

For 30 years, the Vine Academy has set up its marquee at the heart of the Harvest Festival and held its most emblematic chapter, championing the cause of vines and wine alongside the organizers of this event so dear to the hearts of the Canton's residents, and those who bring this terroir to life with passion and determination. This truly deserves an exceptional day, that of its autumn chapter, which is part of the 62nd edition of the Russin GE Harvest Festival. We look forward to seeing you there:

Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 9:45 a.m.

at Domaine des ROTHIS, 295 Route du Mandement, in Russin

Registration and payment for the meal are exclusively online until September 14, 2025 at the latest, on the website:

https://my.weezevent.com/chapitre-fete-des-vendanges-2025



				

				

					

		

				

			

						

				

									

					
						
						
							
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