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Tastings and Wine Dinners 2008 Besides the programe of tastings below we are also able to organise private tastings for corporate groups, wine societies and other organisations. These can be themed or feature a blind tasting competition and are quoted for on an individual basis. In the past year we have conducted succesful tastings for a number of wine societies (Pershore, Knowle and Dorridge, Stratford on Avon and Broadway), corporate groups and individual parties, from complete beginners to experts. Fine Wine Dinner at Buckland Manor Friday 8th August 2008 Buckland, Glos. WR12 7LY Arrival 7.30pm for 8.00pm £75.00 per head to include a four course dinner and all wines |  |
Join us for a fine wine dinner taking place in the charming surroundings of Buckland Manor. Situated in ten acres of immaculate gardens the Manor dates back to the thirteenth century, and is wonderfully located in the heart of the Cotswolds. Following an aperitif and canapés in the garden (weather permitting) a selection of wines will accompany a special four-course menu. With commentary by Richard Brooks and Charlie Bennett of Bennetts Fine Wines we look forward to a relaxed and convivial evening. Menu Canapés Champagne Cuvée de Réserve Blanc de Blancs, François Billion en Magnum *** Salad of Cornish crab with tomato gelée and caviar crème fraîche 2005 Marsannay Blanc ‘Les Favières’, Domaine Bart, Burgundy *** Citrus poached Cornish turbot with buttered spinach and ragout of lobster and crayfish 2005 Estate Chardonnay, Kumeu River, New Zealand 2005 Château Vieux Gaubert, Graves Blanc, Bordeaux *** Brioche crusted rack of lamb with dauphinoise potato, roasted root vegetables and rosemary reduction 2003 Argilus du Roi, AC St. Estèphe, Bordeaux 2003 Chianti Classico, ‘Vigna del Sorbo’, Fontodi, Tuscany *** Dark chocolate and raspberry tart with mascarpone sorbet Rutherglen Muscat, Chambers Rosewood Vineyards, Victoria, Australia *** Coffee and petits fours The cost of the dinner including all wines is £75.00 per person. Please book places directly with Buckland Manor on 01386 852626 or e-mail info@bucklandmanor.co.uk Buckland Manor are offering special room rates for any attendees who wish to stay overnight. Please ask for details at the time of booking. We look forward to welcoming you to a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Le Tour de France- a food and wine tour of France Thursday 25th September Informal Wine Dinner Hicks Brasserie, Cotswold House Hotel, Chipping Campden Price: £37.50 per person to include four-course dinner and all wines |  |
Join us for a relaxed and informal wine dinner featuring the food and wine of France. Following an aperitif, each course will be matched to a different wine from a contrasting region of France. For many centuries France has been the torchbearer for some of the finest wines in the world. This dinner will feature a cross-section of wines from a number of wine regions showing the tradition, quality and wide ranging style of French wines. French wines are renowned for their elegance and food friendly style. Head Chef, Steve Love has created an authentic four-course French menu featuring some of the best regional French flavours. Richard Brooks of Bennetts Fine Wines will be on hand to chat informally about the wines and will welcome your feedback as to how the wines show with each dish. Menu Parmesan choux – smoked salmon, crème fraîche on cucumber *** Chicken liver parfait, red onions, toasted rustic bread *** Sea bream fillet “bouride”, creamed leeks with garlic mayonnaise *** Duck leg confit “cassoulet”, white beans, pork belly, Toulouse sausage, tomato *** Brilliant-Savarin, quince jelly, chutney, fig & almond wheel *** Apple tarte tatin, vanilla ice cream All bookings for this event are to be made directly with Cotswold House Hotel, on 01386 840330 or by e-mail; reception@cotswoldhouse.com Giro d’Italia – A food and wine tour of Italy Thursday 9th October Informal Wine Dinner Hicks Brasserie, Cotswold House Hotel, Chipping Campden Price: £37.50 per person to include four-course dinner and all wines |  |
Join us for a relaxed and informal wine dinner featuring the food and wine of Italy. Following an aperitif each course will be matched to a different wine from a contrasting region of Italy. No country in the world offers such diversity, with over 1,000 indigenous grape varieties and vines cultivated from the far north in the foothills of the Alps to the southern tip of Sicily. Italian wines are classic food wines, often high in tannin and acidity that always show at their best matched to simple rustic dishes with defined flavours. Head Chef Steve Love has created a special four-course menu featuring some of the classic flavours of Italy. Richard Brooks of Bennetts Fine Wines will be on hand to chat informally about the wines and will welcome your feedback as to how the wines show with each dish. Olives, salami, air dried ham *** Herb gnocchi, roasted butternut squash, braised pigs cheek, Parmigiano Reggiano *** Mascarpone & parsley risotto, grilled sea bass, white balsamic jelly *** Char-grilled poussin, orecchiette, aromatic tomatoes, artichokes, smoked aubergine, basil *** Gorgonzola, apple & walnuts *** Honey & vanilla poached pear, salted chocolate & caramel mousse, tonka bean ice cream *** Coffee All bookings for this event are to be made directly with Cotswold House Hotel, on 01386 840330 or by e-mail; reception@cotswoldhouse.com Mitolo Wine Dinner Russell's20 High StreetThe Green BroadwayWR12 7DTThursday 20th November 2008Arrival 7.00 for 7.30pm Price: £60 per head to include a four-course dinner and all wines |  |
Join us for a fascinating evening featuring the award winning and highly acclaimed wines from Mitolo. Based in McLaren Vale in South Australia and established by Frank and Simone Mitolo in 1999, they set out to create individual, hand-crafted wines that were built on passion with an uncompromising commitment to quality. No longer classed as the ‘new kid on the block’ their wines are now firmly established in the premier league of Australian producers with a string of awards and critical acclaim from many top wine critics. Following an aperitif a range of their wines (as well as a couple of others from some top Australian producers) will be matched to a specially created four-course menu with commentary by the colourful Aussie, Bret Crittenden of Mitolo. Menu canapés 2008 Jester Sangiovese rosé, Mitolo *** Grilled salmon with beetroot, apple and watermelon salad 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, Shaw and Smith *** Braised heel of Scotch beef with mashed potato, glazed button onions, wild mushrooms, salsify and a red wine and anise Jus. 2006 Jester Shiraz, Mitolo 2006 G.A.M. Shiraz, Mitolo *** Warm Shropshire Blue, fig and walnut tart with honey dressing and watercress 2007 Jester Cabernet Sauvignon, Mitolo 2004 Serpico Cabernet Sauvignon, Mitolo *** Poached dried fruit compote with salted caramel ice cream Rutherglen Muscat, Rosewood Vineyards, Chambers *** Coffee and chocolates Please book places directly with Russell’s on 01386 853555. ‘Holy Trinity’ Champagne Dinner Thursday 11th December 2008 Champagne Dinner Cotswold House Hotel, Chipping Campden Time: 7.30 for 8.00pm Price: £100.00 per head to include a four course dinner and all wines |  |  |  |
Join us for an evening featuring three of the most prestigious Champagne houses – Bollinger, Louis Roederer and Pol Roger - known collectively as the ‘Holy Trinity’. Established in 1829, 1776 and 1849 respectively, each house has its own distinctive style, however all strive to produce the very finest quality Champagnes. The evening will commence with a reception featuring the non-vintage cuvée from each producer enabling comparison of the differing house styles. This will be followed by a special four-course dinner created by head chef Steve Love, matched to a range of Champagnes from each house, to include Blanc de Blancs, Vintage, Rosé and Rich. With commentary on all the Champagnes by representatives from each house, the evening will be informative, fun and give a fascinating insight into three of the greatest Grande Marques. An evening aimed at those who enjoy the finer things in life! Canapés Pol Roger Brut Réserve, Louis Roederer Brut Premier, Bollinger Special Cuvée *** Tian of crab, tomato & lemon-avocado purée, herb salad 1999 Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs, 2002 Louis Roederer Blanc de Blancs *** Half a lobster Thermador 2002 Louis Roederer Brut Vintage, 1999 Pol Roger Brut Vintage 1999 Bollinger La Grande Année *** Breast & braised thigh of Goosenargh chicken, parsnip cabbage and bacon, fondant potato, chicken jus Bollinger Rosé, 2000 Pol Roger Brut Rosé, 2002 Louis Roederer Brut Rosé *** Caramelised apple-crumble, rosemary ice cream Louis Roederer Carte Blanche, Pol Roger Rich *** Coffee and petits fours All bookings for this event are to be made directly with Cotswold House Hotel, on 01386 840330 or by e-mail; reception@cotswoldhouse.com Campden Cookery Classes 1st October - 'Cooking with fish' 7th October - '5 Ways with Beef.........and a Pudding' 12th November - 'Winter Fish' 18th November - 'Comfort Food' 19th November - 'Comfort Food for Men to cook' (6.30pm-10.30pm) Cookery demonstrations are given by Maggie Clarke and hosted by Sarah Taylor at Seymour House, High Street, Chipping Campden from 10.30am - 2.30pm. The cost of £55 includes coffee and homemade biscuits on arrival, demonstration and tastings, lunch with a glass of wine and recipes to take away. All these events include a tutored wine tasting from Richard Brooks of Bennetts Fine Wines. (A 50% deposit is required when booking which is non-refundable with less than 48 hours cancellation). To book call Sarah Taylor on 01386-840064.
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