Who? Highland Park
What? Highland Park have recently released Freya, the third whisky in the Valhalla Collection. This follows the previous releases of Thor and Loki. The new whisky, named after the Norse goddess of Love, has aromas of white chocolate and almond bolstered by flavours of orange peel and butterscotch. Priced at £140.
When? Available now
Who? Maximillian Potter What? Fine wine enthusiasts will certainly be familiar with Domaine de la Romanée Conti, one of the best known Burgundy estates in the world. Maximillian Potter’s new book, Shadows in the Vineyard, focuses on the crime that took place in 2010 when DRC’s proprietor was threatened with the destruction of his vineyards. The book captures “the true story of a plot to poison the world’s greatest wine” and is perhaps one of the most anticipated wine books of the year. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? The Royal Scotsman What? The Royal Scotsman is partnering up with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society to run a Classic Whisky Journey. The four night train journey will include visits to well-know Scottish distilleries led by an expert from the society as well as plenty of whisky tastings. Prices start from £4,330 per person, all inclusive. When? 21st April Where? Waverley Station, 18 North Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1BB How? For more information, see www.royalscotsman.com Fly via KLM
Who? Roberto Cavalli What? Italian designer Roberto Cavalli has recently opened the Cavalli Ibiza Restaurant & Lounge on the Mediterranean island. The focus of the lounge is on Italian fashion, food and design, recreated in 2000 square metres of tropical gardens; think Tuscan influenced outdoor dining amidst Cavalli prints and the guests are ultra-fashionable. When? Open now Where? Paseo Juan Carlos 1 , 13 Ibiza How? For more information, see www.cavallibiza.com Fly via British Airways
Who? The Rib Room Bar & Restaurant What? The Rib Room has recently launched a cigar and spirit pairing menu. A selection of fine spirits have been chosen by the Head Sommelier Louis Gordon to match cigars from the restaurant’s humidor. Pairings include Cohiba Maduro Genios with Zacapa 23 Year Old rum and Padron 1964 Anniversary Series Torpedo with Johnnie Walker Double Black. Prices vary and are separate for cigar and spirit. When? Available now Where? Jumeirah Carlton Tower, Cadogan Place, London SW1X 9PY www.theribroom.co.uk How? See website for more information: www.theribroom.co.uk
Who? Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson What? The World Atlas of Wine by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson is really an iconic wine book. The latest, and seventh, edition is completely revised. It includes never-before featured regions such as Ningxia in China as well as 25 new specially commissioned maps. Available as an ebook (£19.99) and hardback (£40). When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Monteverdi What? Embrace Tuscany living at Monteverdi through their six day luxury Wine Festival Tour. Taking place over Benvenuto Brunello di Montalcino, where there will be over 1,000 wines to taste, the tour will include wine tasting, vineyard tours, cooking lessons and six nights accommodation. Priced at €7,000 per person or €10,000 per couple. When? 20th – 26th February 2015 Where? Castiglioncello del Trinoro, Provincia di Siena (SI), Toscana, Italy How? For more information, see www.monteverdituscany.com
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