Gift pick: Coffee connoisseur festive hamper from The East India Company
What? Coffee connoisseur festive hamper. Priced at £30.
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The Drink Aristocrat’s guide to: Louis XIII cognac
Whether you’re a cognac connoisseur or a newcomer to the nectar of the gods looking for a serious introduction into the world of exclusive drinks, the Louis XIII cognac is guaranteed to impress. Despite its youth and apparent lack of regard for the usual rules of ‘fine cognac’, the Remy Martin Louis XIII cognac is high on the list of ‘must have’ bottles for any serious collector, connoisseur or party compere. A flagship product from the acclaimed stables of Remy Martin, this heavyweight in the world of cognacs is the result of a blend of over 1200 different eau de vie, each hand picked for their unique flavours and characteristics….
Grand Cru cruise through Burgundy
Who? Amaryllis What? Wine lovers shouldn’t miss the Orient Express’ Grand Cru cruise aboard the Amaryllis. The seven day cruise offers guests the opportunity to sample wines from all 33 of the Grand Cru estates in Burgundy. The barge is available for private hire for up to eight guests. Prices from £30,800. When? Until October Where? Departure by arrangement How? Visit www.amaryllisbarge.com for more information Fly via KLM
No menu dining at Gastrologik
Who? Gastrologik What? How many chefs in the world are willing to brave the larder every night without a menu? Not many. But that’s the sort of dining to be found at Gastrologik where chefs Jacob Holmstrom and Anton Bjuhr create tasting menus tabula rasa. Each day, each course and even each table could be served completely different dishes. Now that’s dining with a surprise. When? Open Tuesday to Saturday Where? Artillerigatan 14, 11451 Stockholm, Sweden How? For more information, see www.gastrologik.se Fly via British Airways
New wine journeys at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa
Who? Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa What? The Wine Concierge Service at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa has launched a new ‘Wine Journey’ series. The new series offers guests the opportunity to discover the region’s finest grand cru wineries and embark on three different wine journeys entitled ‘Classic Car Wine Journey’, ‘Jefferson Wine Journey’ and ‘Ernest Hemingway Wine Journey’. When? Available year round Where? 2-5 Place de la Comédie, 33000 Bordeaux, France How? Visit www.ghbordeaux.com/uk for more information Fly via KLM
WSET Gin Rambles returns for round 2
Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) What? Following the resounding success of the inaugural WSET Gin Ramble, the event returns again for mark two. The new and improved tour will include a trip to Sipsmiths, lunch at former gin palace Princess Victoria and gin cocktail masterclass. Priced at £125. When? 27th September Where? Tour starts at WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? Book by calling 020 7089 3841
Gastronomy in port-town at The Yeatman
Who? The Yeatman What? Portuguese food is often known for its simplicity but at the Michelin-starred restaurant at The Yeatman Hotel this translates to something more gastronomic. For a restaurant in a city that’s entrenched in wine, port to be exactly, the menu is never very far from that connection. That’s perhaps why it’s the perfect place to learn about wines with a menu made to match. When? Open year round with set dates for wine dinners Where? The Yeatman Hotel, Rua do Choupelo, (Santa Marinha), Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto 4400-088, Portugal How? For more information, see www.the-yeatman-hotel.com Fly via TAP Portugal
