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Indulge in ‘Wine For The Senses’ @ The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

22/10/2010

For the month of November, ‘Cape Town’s Best Hotel’, as voted by Travel + Leisure magazine, The Red Carnation Hotel Collection’s five star hotel the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa celebrates the start of summer by presenting four exclusive 3 course food and wine pairing evenings,  in conjunction with the award-winning Bouchard Finlayson Wine Estate.

These special ‘Wine for the Senses’ evenings will take place every Wednesday starting on the 3 November, where guests will be welcomed with a chilled glass of the newly released Blanc de Mer 2010 followed by a specially created signature menu by our new Executive Chef Henrico Grobbelaar, an expert in food and wine, paired with exceptional wines chosen by world renowned sommelier Luvo Ntezo and one of South Africa’s leading winemakers Peter Finlayson.
 
Luvo Ntezo will host guests and share his knowledge and expertise on 3, 10 and 24 November, with Bouchard Finlayson’s Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Missionvale Chardonnay 2009 and Hannibal 2008.

The signature menu will be Tomato Mozzarella Tart, Pot Roasted Sole and Bittersweet Dark Chocolate Tart. Price: R395.00 per person.
 
Peter Finlayson, renowned for being South Africa’s Pinot pioneer will share his expertise and vision on winemaking for one exclusive dinner on the 17 November. Peter will also discuss his vast knowledge of wine and the wine industry as well as his role getting the Walker Bay wine region recognised as a leading terroir in the Cape’s wine regions.

The choice of wines this evening will be the Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2009, 2008 and 2007 and on the menu – Norwegian Salmon, Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb and Twice Baked Gorgonzola Soufflé at a cost of R440.00 per person.
 
‘Wine for the Senses’ is the creation of these three leading industry professionals who are passionate about sharing their experience while taking them on a sensory journey with the finest of food and wine, enriching guests on food and wine trends as well revealing the importance of choosing the right food and wines to enhance the different flavours and aromas.
 
This event will open the season for other summer special occasions at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa and for guests to enjoy over the holiday season and in 2011.

This five star Cape Town hotel is poised above the Atlantic Ocean, flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and The Twelve Apostles mountain range. The hotel’s interior design is inspired by its namesake, creating a fresh, calming environment that artfully combines sophistication with simplicity, comfort and elegance. Guests are five minutes from the most beautiful beaches and Camps Bay and fifteen minutes from the City Centre and V&A Waterfront with many vineyards within easy reach. Guests are spoilt by spectacular views of the ocean and mountain views with each of their 70 bedrooms and suites including the Presidential Suite, each superbly designed to provide the utmost comfort and style. The hotel boasts two pools perched above the ocean, award-winning health & beauty spa; Azure restaurant, a 24 hour cafe and the Leopard Room Bar & Lounge; meeting, events & weddings facilities for up to 90 guests; and 16-seater private cinema. Guest also receive complimentary transfer service to & from the V&A Waterfront or can choose to arrive by helicopter to the hotels Helistop. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is a part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection and a member of Leading Hotels of the World.

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