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Wine Club member and winner of the recent 'Win This Prize'
e-newsletter quiz, Mr. Malcolm Glenny receiving his prize from General Manager of the Royal Cliff Beach Resort, Mr. Alexander Haeusler. Behind them are Wine Club President, Mr. Ranjith Chandrasiri (3rd from left), Managing Director of event co-sponsor Cannon Pacific Co., Ltd., Khun Ekachai Mahaguna (right), Executive Chef Walter Thenisch (left), and recently appointed Pastry Chef Horst Rautert (2nd from left). |
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CHILEAN WINEMAKER'S GALA DINNER
featuring Baron Phillipe de Rothschild's Chilean wines
Thursday, 14 July 2005 - Reception at 19:00 hrs
Grand Ballroom, Royal Cliff Grand
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Greetings from the Royal Cliff Wine Club!
Fresh from hosting a successful gala dinner recently, the Royal Cliff Wine Club is scheduled to host another premier event. And it is with great pleasure that I would like to invite everyone to a forthcoming Chilean Winemaker’s Gala Dinner on 14 July 2005 in the Grand Ballroom of the Royal Cliff Grand.
Showcased on this sterling event are the wines of the celebrated Baron Philippe de Rothschild wines in Chile.
Ancestry of Mouton Rothschild wine dynasty dates back to 1853, when Baron Nathaniel, one of the sons of Baron Nathan bought Château Brane Mouton, an estate in Pauillac in the heart of Médoc and gave it his own name - Château Mouton Rothschild.
When Baron Nathaniel died in 1870, his son Baron James and grandson Baron Henri in turn inherited the property but neither showed much interest in the art of wine making. In 1922, at the age of 20 Philippe de Rothschild, the youngest son of Baron Henri took the destiny of Mouton in hand and in just two years revolutionized the method of bottling and labeling the wines that many other great Bordeaux châteaux would follow.
From then on the Baron Philippe de Rothschild brand has been motivated by a constant ambition: to make the world's finest wines, each in its own category, whether the châteaux wines for which it is responsible – the renowned Château Mouton Rothschild, a First Growth, and its distinguished lieutenants, Château Clerc Milon and Château d'Armailhac – or branded wines, like the famous Mouton Cadet.
It was in 1979 that the Baron Philippe de Rothschild brand began its international conquest. Already established as one of the premier wineries in the great Bordeaux region, the winery soon started exporting its wine-making know-how to other areas beginning with a partnership with legendary winemaker Robert Mondavi of Napa Valley, California.
The brand thereafter planted its flag in Chile after forging a venture with another renowned brand, the Concha y Toro. Based in Puente Alto, the winery produces the Almaviva brand. Baron Philippe de Rothschild also produces the Escudo Rojo in Maipo, Chile.
Notable Chilean varietals include; Reds - Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère; Whites - Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay.
One of the key factors behind the company's undisputed success is the art of blending, which it practises with exceptional skill. Baroness Philippine de Rothschild, the majority shareholder of Baron Philippe de Rothschild SA, works closely with the executive directors to maintain, modernise and develop the family business.
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The forthcoming Chilean Winemaker's Gala Dinner all in all offers a total of SIX world-class wines to complement a gourmet menu by the Royal Cliff Beach Resort’s gourmet team led by Executive Chef Walter Thenisch. The event will be co-sponsored by Ambrose Wine, Ltd. and the Embassy of the Republic of Chile in Thailand.
Guests of honour include the Chilean Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand, H.E. Mr. Luis Alberto Sepulveda, Mr. Thierry de Tourniel, General Manager of Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Asia, and Mr. Michel Friou, Winemaker of Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Chile.
Limited stocks of all the wines offered at the dinner
will also be available for purchase outside the ballroom at heavily discounted prices.
As always, limited seating will be offered and prior RESERVATION is essential.
Aside from enjoying the usual discount privilege, Wine Club members and their guests would be given the same special rate. Please indicate your table preferences; Separate table
(for minimum 2 pax) or Joining table with other guests. RSVP. Kindly be advised that the dining hall will be non-smoking.
I look forward to the pleasure of welcoming all of you to this exciting event.
Cheers!
Ranjith Chandrasiri
President,
Royal Cliff Wine Club |
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FRUITFUL PARTNERSHIPS
Baron Philippe de Rothschild SA exports its know-how beyond Bordeaux: to the Pays d'Oc, with a range of varietal wines and, more recently, Domaine de Baron'arques; to California in partnership with legendary winemaker Robert Mondavi.
Which highly sought-after wine label stemmed from this heavyweight Rothschild-Mondavi venture?
a.) Magnum Opus
b.) Opus One
c.) Opus Focus |
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Send in the correct answer via email (SUBJECT: Win this Prize) along with your Wine Club Membership Number and get a chance to win a dinner for two (food only) in Royal Cliff Beach Resort's newest wining and dining venue - Caprice Restaurant & Bar from the Royal Cliff Wine Club.
*Deadline for submission of entries is on 10 July 2005. All correct entries will be entered in a raffle with only one winner being drawn and announced during the next event.
*Only bonafide Royal Cliff
Wine Club Members are eligible to participate. One entry per member only.
*Prize cannot be exchanged for cash. |
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MENU
CHILEAN WINEMAKER'S
GALA DINNER
Thursday, 14 July 2005
Grand Ballroom - 19:00 hrs |
DINNER MENU
Foie gras torchon with peppered pineapple relish, currants and toasted brioche
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Gippsland lamb fillet with veal sweetbread ragout on a mesclun salad bouquet tossed in aged Xeres vinegar dressing
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Gorgonzola flavoured tomato consommé with spinach and mushroom tortellini
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Pan seared Amberjack fish medallion on broccoli mousse and fennel confit served with Baron Phillipe de Rothschild Cabernet Sauvignon reduction
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Oven roasted tenderloin of premium Cargill beef with provençale vegetable mille feuille and Moutarde de Meaux enhanced sabayon
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Chocolate and cinnamon crème brûlée tart accompanied with basil ice cream
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Freshly brewed Coffee or Tea with home baked Amaretti assortment
Baron Phillipe de Rothschild Chilean Wines
Reception
Sauvignon Blanc 2004
Dinner
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• Chardonnay 2003
• Chardonnay ‘Reserva’ 2002
• Merlot 2004
• Cabernet Sauvignon
‘Reserva’ 2002
• Escudo Rojo ‘Reserva’ 2002
BAHT 1900.- NETT PER PERSON
(Price includes a glass of each reception and dinner wines, gourmet dinner, service charge and VAT) |
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