Who? Courvoisier
What? Coinciding with the launch of l’Atelier de Courvoisier at Harrods this week, the cognac brand has released their oldest vintage. The 1789 Courvoisier & Curlier was bottled the year the French revolution began. Priced at £95,000.
When? Available now
Where? Exclusively at Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road London SW1X 7XL
How? Purchase in store
Who? The East India Company and The National Gallery What? The East India Company and the National Gallery have collaborated to launch a collection of six special tea blends, inspired by masterpieces displayed at the National Gallery. Each tea has been crafted by The East India Company’s tea master, Lalith Lenadora, taking the artwork as inspiration for the ingredients. Priced at £7.50. When? Available now Where? Available at The East India Company and The National Gallery How? For more information, see www.eicfinefoods.com
Who? Ian Mount What? Malbec-lovers must read The Vineyard at the End of the World by Ian Mount. A bit of an instant classic, the book charts the transformation of Argentinian wine from something unpalatable to a drink respected in its own right. It’s the book where you’ll find the leading figures of Argentinian wine, the innovations that made Malbec a success and everything else that goes with the terrority. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Mezcaleria Quiquiriqui What? Basement bar Mezcaleria Quiquiriqui has recently opened in Hackney selling vintage and modern Mezcal, imported straight from Mexican family producers in Oaxaca, Mexico. The bar offers Mezcal tasting sessions and various music nights featuring a mix of old rock, modern Cumbia and vintage electro. When? Open now Where? The Golden Grill, 184 Hackney Road E2 7QL quiquiriqui.co.uk How? For more information, visit their website at quiquiriqui.co.uk
Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) What? To coincide with English Wine Week, the WSET will again run their English Wine Tasting. Led by Julia Trustram-Eve from English Wine Producers, the evening will include a tutored tasting of English wines. You’ll get to learn about different producers, styles and trends. Priced at £35. When? 6.30pm to 8.30pm, 30th May Where? WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? Book online at www.wsetschool.com/which-course/evening-tasting
Who? Frankfurt What? The city of Frankfurt is once again ready to host its annual Apple Wine Festival. During the festival, visitors will have the opportunity to try different kinds of apple wine, enjoy traditional music and see performances of poetry. There are also fringe events surrounding the festival including the Apple Wine Express. When? 9th to 18th August Where? Roßmarkt, 60311 Frankfurt, Germany How? Visit www.frankfurt-tourismus.de for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Courvoisier What? Cognac giants Courvoisier are launching L’Atelier de Courvoisier, a five-day pop-up in Harrods. Each day, brand ambassador Rebecca Asseline will be conducting tastings of Courvoisier XO directly from the barrel and explaining the magic behind the brand. When? 12pm to 4pm, 5th to 9th December Where? The Tasting Room, Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road London SW1X 7XL How? For further information, visit courvoisier.com/
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