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Gourmet Evenings

Gourmet Evenings 2008

The Gourmet Evenings at The Chester Grosvenor and Spa are something of an institution.
An evening of conviviality and a chance to try an eclectic range of wines and champagnes chosen by our Sommelier. Each wine is then matched with and complemented by Simon Radley’s excellent cuisine.



Perrier-Jouët Champagne
Thursday 22nd January 2009

Few Champagnes define an era, but Perrier-Jouët is one of them. At the turn of the 20th century, Europe entered “la Belle Epoque”, champagne was being consumed with passion in cafés, salons and grand hotels, and the leading brand was Perrier-Jouët. A specially enamelled bottle was created by Emile Gallé to celebrate the house’s fortunes. In 1964 the head of the house decided to create La Belle Epoque cuvée bottling it in a facsimile of the Gallé bottle. Join us to taste their fantastic range of champagne and try to create a bit of “la Belle Epoque” ourselves.

£150 per person


Cantine Giacomo Ascheri
Thursday 26th February 2009

Matteo Ascheri is a champion of natural winemaking, meaning he lets the grape and the soils do all the talking. His use of the highest quality fruit, natural yeasts to ferment the wines and belief in minimal intervention in the process, means that drinkers of these wines experience the unmistakable character of his Piedmont vineyards. His Barolos are intensely flavoured and floral with violets and dark roses and above all immensely enjoyable, especially when matched with Simon’s cuisine.

£125 per person


Château du Beaucastel
Thursday 19th March 2009

The Perrin family have been making fabulous wines in the beautiful surroundings of The Rhône Valley for five generations since the early 20th century. Possibly the only estate to still use all thirteen permitted grape varieties, these wines show a vast complexity and intensity of flavour that will be complemented by Simon Radley’s exceptional menu.

£110 per person


Vallet Freres, Burgundy
Thursday 23rd April 2009

Founded in the 19th century this family owned winery in the heart of Burgundy country produces an outstanding range of red and white wines. Their ethos is to let nature take its course whilst aiding the natural ageing process, a view which culminates in beautiful gold and ruby colours with hints of aromas and full, supple flavours.

£160 per person


Mischa Vineyards, South Africa
Thursday 14th May 2009

The Mischa Estate was bought just after the Second World War by winemaker Andrew Barns’ grandfather. After three generations of wine grape production, Andrew and his family decided to use their extensive viticulture knowledge to start producing Mischa wines. Producing just six wines, the range and production are limited in order to concentrate on the quality.

£95 per person


Positively Pink
Thursday 18th June 2009                     

Just about every wine making country in the world now produces rosé wines and their increasing popularity is indicative of a global renaissance for rosé, particularly for top end wine whose quality and complexity is fuelling the boom. Highly ‘food friendly’, rosé wines have come a long way in the past 20 years. Join us to experience some of the very best.

£110 per person

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For more information on these popular evenings, please call Ann Wiggins:
Tel: +44 (0)1244 895618 or email: restaurants@chestergrosvenor.com

Early booking is recommended.

Please note:
A 12.5% discretionary service charge will be added to your final bill.
Prices quoted are correct at the time of publishing but are subject to change.

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