The Brudenell Hotel is delighted to team up with Bibendum to offer you the opportunity to learn more about wine in a relaxed and informal way. Aimed at people who really enjoy good wines and would like to learn more, our wine dinners consist of a tutored tasting of five wines by representatives from some of the world’s finest wine producers.

Held in the stylish and intimate setting of the Avocet, join us for a sumptuous 5-course dinner, specially created to complement the five different wines and apéritifs showcased during the evening.

The cost of the evening is £42.50 and includes a five-course dinner, an apéritif and one accompanying glass of wine per course. 7pm arrival, sit down at 7.30pm. Dress code is smart casual.

Stay at the Brudenell and take advantage of our special B&B rate of £85 per room.

Limited spaces are available, so an early reservation is strongly recommended. Tickets can be purchased in advance from Joanne Francis. Call 01728 452071 or email assistantmanager@brudenellhotel.co.uk to book your place.

Tuesday 1st February 2011

Producer: Castello Banfi, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
Presenter: Dante Cecchini, Castello Banfi UK manager.
Wines:
Apéritif - San Angelo Pinot Grigio Toscana
1st Course - Centine Toscana Rosso IGT (midweight red)
Main - Belnero Sangiovese (junior Brunello)
Cheese - Brunello di Montalcino, Poggio alle Mura, Castello Banfi (serious big boy)
Dessert - Rosa Regale, Brachetto d’Acqui, Piedmont (Sweet fizzy light red that tastes of roses and strawberry)

Castello Banfi is a family-owned vineyard estate and winery in the Brunello region of Tuscany. It has become recognized the world over for its dedication to excellence and sparking a renaissance in the art of Italian winemaking.