Dynamic Business Networking Lunch - Edmond de Rothschild (Monaco) Partners to Showcase Their Exceptional Champagnes with New and Old World Wines at the Fairmont Monte Carlo

On Thursday 16th September, as business gets back into full swing on the French Riviera and Monaco, Join Club Vivanova with Platinum Partner Edmond de Rothschild (Monaco) at the Fairmont Monte Carlo for an exclusive gourmet networking lunch featuring exceptional wines produced by the Rothschild family - whilst meeting their private banking team.

The wine tradition in the French branch of the Rothschild family was born in 1868 with the purchase of Château Lafite by James de Rothschild. After more than a century of family history linked to the world of wine, Baron Edmond de Rothschild (great-grandson of James) extended this family tradition in 1973 by acquiring two Listrac and Moulis Crus Bourgeois in Médoc: Château Clarke and Château Malmaison. He then created the Compagnie Vinicole Baron Edmond de Rothschild. In 1999, Compagnie Vinicole Baron Edmond de Rothschild bought 250 ha in Argentina at the base of the Andes to produce “Flechas de los Andes” wines with Mr Laurent Dassault.

In the Bordeaux region, Baron Benjamin de Rothschild acquired the superb property at Château des Laurets in 2003 seeking to develop the full potential of this vineyard straddling two AOCs: Puisseguin Saint-Émilion and Montagne Saint-Émilion. After significant renovation work, the estate now boasts modern, high-performance facilities.

More recently, in New Zealand, the acquisition of 26 ha of grapevines at the heart of the Marlborough valley has yielded Rimapere, an outstanding Sauvignon Blanc.

Baron Benjamin de Rothschild and his wife Ariane continue to produce high-quality wines with exacting standards, when it comes to both the choice of new terroirs and each stage of vinification.

EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD (MONACO)
Gourmet Wine & Networking Lunch
Thursday 16th September 2021

FAIRMONT MONTE CARLO
12.30pm Champagne Aperitif

€65 per person
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Join Club Vivanova with Platinum Partner Edmond de Rothschild (Monaco) for an exclusive gourmet lunch featuring exceptional wines produced by the Rothschild family - whilst meeting their private banking team. Our gourmet wine lunch will be located adjacent to a seaview balcony with a bird's eye view over Port Hercule. Exceptional networking!

Gourmet Wine Menu
Champagne Barons de Rothschild
Blanc de Blancs

Rimapere Sauvignon Blanc 2020 . Marlborough
Puglia Burratina . Zucchinis . Hazelnut

Château Malmaison Baronne Nadine de Rothschild
2016 Moulis en Médoc
Braised Beef Shoulder . Potatoes . Spring Onions

Lemon Meringue . Shortbread
Coffee . Water

Edmond de Rothschild (Monaco)
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Our business lunches give attendees the opportunity to develop direct introductions to our club community and the chance to privately meet and network in an informal and dynamic business ambience. Lunch ticket includes starter, main course, mignardises, premium wines, water and coffee, plus excellent networking opportunities.

You don't have to be a club member to join. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.

Cool Down, Hydrate and Stay Healthy this August - Metabolic Balance Nutritional Tips & Recipes

Summer is here, it’s warming up - we need to keep cool and hydrate and here are some excellent culinary and health tips from our Platinum Partner Metabolic Balance.

HOME-MADE ICE CREAM
How do you actually produce metabolically balanced ice cream? It's quite easy: For a homemade ice cream, puree a portion of deep-frozen fruits with a hand blender or mixer. And if you want to enjoy ice cream bought in the supermarket, we have the following tips for you:

1. The shorter the list of ingredients, the better. An organic ice cream is usually more expensive, but for a taste experience without additives, it is worth spending a few cents more.
2. Information on high-quality processing can also be found in phrases such as "without colorings, additives and flavorings" or "only natural ingredients". 
3. Avoid plastic spoons and cups as much as possible and, like this, ensure clean ice cream enjoyment!

RECIPE - WILD HERBS, GOAT’S CREAM CHEESE PRALINES & POMEGRANATE
Preparation time 16 minutes

Ingredients (2 portions)
4 - 5 tbsp. of goat's cream cheese
1 small bunch of chives
1 shallot
1 tbsp. of hazelnuts 
2 tbsp. of pomegranate seeds
3 tbsp. of olive oil
1 tbsp. of white wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard, coarse-grained
Cress according to taste
2 handfuls of wild herbs, ready for use

Method
In a small bowl, season goat's cream cheese with sea salt and pepper and shape into praline-sized balls. Place on a plate, cover and briefly put in the freezer to set. In the meantime, prepare the toppings by rinsing the chives under cold running water, dabbing dry with paper towel and cutting into fine rings. Peel and halve the shallot and cut into fine cubes. Mix both ingredients together and set aside as a topping. Briefly toast hazelnuts in a pan all around, without adding fat, over medium heat. Then chop finely and set aside as another topping. Remove goat's cream cheese balls from the freezer and roll each in a topping, creating a colorful variety. Then put in the fridge. Mix a dressing of olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard and cress, and season with sea salt and pepper. In a large bowl, mix wild herbs with the dressing. Arrange equally in 2 bowls, or in deep plates, and arrange goat's cream cheese pralines and pomegranate seeds on top. Delicious!

BARBECUING?
Get the grill ready – steady – go! These tips make barbecuing a healthy pleasure.
- Use only charcoal or briquettes without harmful residues. The same applies to barbecue lighting aids.
- Caution. If fat or oily marinade drips down, smoke is produced that contains highly toxic substances that are considered carcinogenic. 
- The easiest way to prevent fat and liquid from running into the embers is to use aluminum foil on the grill grid.
- Smoked or cured meat should not be grilled: It contains nitrite salts, which produce nitrosamines in the food at high heat. These are also said to be carcinogenic.
- Tips for light barbecue enjoyment: Leave out filling side dishes like baguettes or bread and give your body extra healthy carbohydrates in the form of vegetables. Grilling vegetables gives them a particularly delicious aroma. They can be put on skewers in a colorful mix, for example, but they also cook wonderfully in grill bowls. You don't always have to use barbecue classics like corn, peppers or zucchini. Exotic barbecue vegetables such as asparagus, eggplant, fennel or pumpkin also do well on the hot barbecue. To prevent them from sticking to the grill, brush them with a little oil beforehand and season them at the same time. Then put them on the barbecue and in a few minutes you can enjoy them. Delicious!
So better grill healthily by following this advice and enjoy it!

WATER WATER WATER
Especially now in the warm season it is important to drink enough water: 35 ml per kg body weight is the optimum amount. The following applies: Do not drink only when thirsty! When you feel thirsty, your body has already suffered a water deficiency. You shouldn’t let it get that far. It's better to get used to regular drinking. Which water you prefer is up to you. Just try different variations and you will quickly find the perfect water for you.
We also recommend drinking plenty of water to anyone who wants to lose weight and who feels hungry between meals.

METABOLIC BALANCE – RESET YOUR BODY

Monte Carlo Beer - Getting To Know the Young And Dynamic Entrepreneurs Behind This Local Thirst-Quenching Brand

Beer is one of the most internationally loved drinks that helps everyone have a good time. If you have been out partying recently in Monaco, chances are, you have tried Monte-Carlo Beer. It is an exquisite local take on an otherwise multi-national business. We spend some time with childhood Monegasque friends William Scheffer and Anthony Orengo and get to know the men behind the brand!

How was the Monte Carlo Beer concept borne?
Monte Carlo Beer has been thought by childhood friends William & Anthony. This entrepreneur duo from Monaco, found their inspiration at a very tender age from traveling the world and experiencing different sceneries. F&B enthusiasts, they first joined forces in 2018 in Singapore where they opened the first Monaco Bar in Asia (Called Monte Carlo Boys). They quickly realised the potential of the name “Monaco” and, as beer lovers and proud Monegasques, they decided to create a craft beer from Monaco: Monte Carlo Beer.

Why did you feel that there was a need for a MC Beer company?
The beer industry has welcomed, over the past decade, hundreds of new craft beers. People are getting more and more cautious about what they drink and are willing to spend more to consume better. Professionals are also more and more eager to diversify their menu by proposing higher quality beers to their patrons. 

We made two simple constatations; 

1. it seemed that people are getting slightly tired of the big players and their industrial beers. The craft beer industry has taken an important place which proves that consumers are rather keen on trying new things.

2. They are plenty of great quality / premium craft beers but the packaging is rather similar for most of them (Brown bottle with a common label).

Based on these constatations, we decided to create not only a craft beer with high quality ingredients, but also a unique and sexy packaging which would catch the eye of the consumer.

And that’s how Monte Carlo beer was born! 

Where is the company and the brewery located?
The company is based in Monaco. The brewery is in Saint-Raphael in France (83)

And where can we try Monte Carlo Beer?

Monaco
SBM Resorts (Hotel de Paris, Hermitage, Monte Carlo Beach)
The Yacht Club of Monaco
Le Meridien
Gaia
Before
Jack Monaco / Bella Vita / Amore Mio

French Riviera
Chateau Eza
Terrasses D’Eze
La Mome Group
La Reserve de Beaulieu
La Reserve de Ramatuelle
Font Mourier

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Interview and article by Aakash Damani
International University of Monaco

Flavio Briatore's Successful Crazy Pizza Brand Opens for a Crazy Summer in Porto Cervo this Coming 9th July 2021

CRAZY PIZZA PORTO CERVO OPENING FRIDAY 9TH OF JULY
We’re setting sail for the shores of Porto Cervo!

The sunny seaside and glimmering waters was too much to resist so we found a new home with stunning panorama and we can’t wait to share it with you!

You’ll find all the telltale signs of Crazy Pizza, from our hand-crafted mozzarella to our signature light and crisp dough, along with our extensively curated wine list and crafted cocktails. If you were wondering the best way to enjoy it, did we mention our terrace overlooking the marina?

We can’t wait to share this space with you so follow @crazypizza.portocervo to keep yourself updated.
See you soon!

For bookings and more information please call us on +39 0789 92041 or email us at portocervo@crazypizza.com

Swiss Rainbow Chard - Kick Off Midsummer with a Healthy Boost of Vitamin and Mineral Infused Recipes from our Platinum Partner Metabolic Balance

Chard is one of our favorite vegetables! From a botanical point of view, #chard is related to beetroot. It's not the tubers that are eaten, but the leaves and stems. Its #taste is similar to that of spinach. However, it's spicier and has a nutty note. There are different varieties, but they hardly differ in taste. Chard is rich in proteins and possesses the minerals phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, iodine and the vitamins B1, B2 and C. It's recognized as a medicinal plant because of its healing effect on nervousness and constipation.

Today we delight you with an exotic treat!
Lentil-chard-curry
For one serving you need:
1 serving of red lentils
1 serving of vegetables (we take chard, onions and carrots)
1 serving of mango (or fruit according to plan)
Turmeric
Cumin
Vegetable broth
Fresh ginger
Fresh garlic
Fresh mint

Wash the lentils, cook for 10 minutes, fry the onion cubes, chopped garlic and chopped ginger in some vegetable stock. Add cleaned, chopped and peeled vegetables and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the cooked lentils to the steamed vegetables and bring to a boil. Add the fruit of your choice, cut into small pieces, and season, taste and finally add the chopped mint. Yummy!

Our Chef de Table Jan P. Cleusters has once again created something delicious for you.

Chickpea-Carrot Bowl with Coriander
Ingredients for 2 persons:
500 g carrots
2 shallots
1 tbsp coconut oil
2 TL curry powder, mild
1 Tsp tomato paste
100 ml vegetable broth, from granular broth
200 ml coconut milk
1 small can of chickpeas
6 twigs of coriander

Peel the carrots and cut into cubes. Peel the shallots and dice finely. Heat coconut oil in a medium-sized saucepan. Fry the carrots and shallots in it over medium heat for a few minutes until a uniform browning is achieved. Add the curry and tomato paste and stir briefly. Add vegetable stock and coconut milk and bring to a boil slowly. Cook the covered carrotsat low level for about 4 minutes. Pour the chickpeas into a sieve, rinse with cold water, drain and add to the carrots. Season with sea salt and pepper. Shower coriander under running cold water, dab dry with kitchen paper and chop coarsely together with the twigs. Arrange the carrots with the sauce in bowls or deep plates and sprinkle with coriander.

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Zachys Wine Auctions Hosts The Spring Auction - Fine & Rare Wines & Spirits Featuring The Mediterranean Collection

The Spring Auction: Fine & Rare Wines & Spirits featuring The Mediterranean Collection. June 18th 2021 at 10am BST (5am EST, 5pm HKT, 11am Paris)

Welcome to our fifth London auction! After the successes we had last year we followed things up with two “spirits only” auctions from our London sale room. But this is the first London wine sale of 2021, and our third-ever London wine auction. The Spring Auction

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If you’ve been following our colleagues in our Hong Kong and United States sale rooms you know how much great wine there is on the market right now. We’ve had our annual partnership with La Paulée, our first-ever Spirits-only auctions, and set hundreds of world records along the way. We are in the middle of an unbelievably busy June, with our partnership with Premiere Napa Valley, and the sales of wines from such collecting luminaries as George Caloyannidis and Tawfiq Khoury. I’m delighted to continue along this path of success with this sale.

Not only do we have wine from Pioneers, an offering now being sold on its third con- tinent, we have an amazing consignment from right here on the continent. Starting on lot 34, this is the same consignment sold earlier in the year as the “DRC Only” sale in New York (there’s additional wine here, not just DRC). Following this consignment is the heart of this auction, at lot 50. This consignment is all about the Burgundy, with easily the largest offering of DRC we have ever sold at Zachys Europe! There’s also Dugat-Py, Faiveley, Trapet, Mugnier, and many more.

Later in the auction is a wonderful group of Mascarello, which graces the cover of this catalog, and it wouldn’t be a London sale without an amazing offering of Chartreuse starting at lot 324.

This sale has something for everyone, for sure, so please get those bids in early to bid@zachys.com
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An Elegant and Effective Solution - the One For All Glass by Sommelier Peter Steger - the All-Purpose, Universal Wine Glass

What’s more important - maintaining a cupboard full of different sized and expensive glasses or investing those funds into a great wine cellar? It’s obviously important to taste wines from the right glass, but there is such a wide range of choices and Peter Steger, the internationally renowned sommelier and wine professional has invented just the right thing! The One for All glass.

Keep it simple but elegant. One glass for all wines - beautifully produced and perfect for both drinking at home and for entertaining. Light and elegant, to touch and taste from. Dishwasher safe and perfect for Champagnes, white wines, red wines and digestifs (whisky / Cognac). Recommended and used by Bradley Mitton as in the below video.

6 glasses - €66.90 / €11.15 per glass
12 glasses - €124.92 / €10.41 per glass
24 glasses - €227.76 / €9.49 per glass
Includes free EU / UK Delivery

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Celebrate Midsummer and Enjoy a Sensational Gourmet Wine Lunch at the Magnificently Located Château de La Chèvre d’Or in Èze-Village

In celebration of the season opening of Restaurant LES REMPARTS, enjoy a sensational gourmet wine lunch at the magnificently located Château de La Chèvre d’Or in Èze-village with stunning views over the Mediterranean and the Côte d'Azur. Guests will be offered a Premier Cru Champagne aperitif with canapés followed by a three course gourmet lunch complemented with our premium New Zealand Sliding Hill wines.

MIDSUMMER GOURMET WINE LUNCH
Château de la Chèvre d’Or
Saturday 19th June 2021 . 12.30pm

€125 per person
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Apéritif & Canapés
Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs
Champagne Charpentier

Gourmet Menu
Burrata . Smoked Avocado Guacamole

Sea Bream
Mashed Potatoes . Vegetables

Lemon Tartlet

New Zealand Wines
Sliding Hill 2020 Sauvignon Blanc
Sliding Hill 2018 Pinot Noir

An institution amongst dining establishments of the French Riviera, the Château de La Chèvre d’Or offers spectacular views of the French Riviera and combines the highest quality ingredients to produce sophisticated, fresh tasting cuisine served in a high-class setting.

You don't have to be a club member to join. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended. If necessary, this event will be managed under COVID restrictions, to be announced.

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Club Vivanova Partners with Marchesi Antinori for the Ultimate Tuscan Wine Weekend on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th July 2021

Join Club Vivanova on an exclusive, limited and one-of-a-kind wine weekend in the heart of Tuscany with Marchesi Antinori.

THE ULTIMATE TUSCAN WINE WEEKEND
MARCHESI ANTINORI
Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th July 2021

A story passed down through twenty six generations - the Antinori family has been committed to the art of winemaking for over six centuries since 1385 when Giovanni di Piero Antinori became a member of the “Arte Fiorentina dei Vinattieri”, the Florentine Winemakers’ Guild. All throughout its history, the Antinori family has managed the business directly making innovative and sometimes bold decisions while upholding the utmost respect for traditions and the environment.

Our exceptional weekend showcases excellence in Tuscan gastronomical culure and hospitality with four wine tasting experiences including the Tenuta Tignanello Estate degustation, the Montalcino Lunch, the Michelin Star Tuscan Coast Dinner and the Chianti Classico Sunday Lunch, with an overnight stay at the Fonte de Medici Country Resort - a sensational and unique experience, presented exclusively by Club Vivanova.

VILLA TIGNANELLO

BARGINO AGEING CELLAR

BADIA A PASSIGNANO

BARGINO

FONTE DE MEDICI

SOLAIA CELLAR

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Saturday 3rd July 2021
12pm
Exclusively granted entry with private tour of the vineyards and production areas of the renowned and private family-owned Tenuta Tignanello Estate, arriving at Villa Tignanello with an exclusive tasting of the three iconic wines produced at the estate (500 metres from our lunch venue).
Marchese Antinori Riserva 2018
Tignanello 2018
Solaia 2017

1.30pm
Gourmet four course wine lunch at Trattoria della Fonte with the Montalcino tasting menu (private dining) – a beautiful restaurant location offering local produce paired with wines of Pian delle Vigne, the Antinori family estate located in Montalcino.

Aperitivo
Focaccia, Verdure Fritte, Crostini
Homemade Focaccia, Fried Vegetables, Croutons

Gourmet Lunch Menu
Pecorino and Truffle Flan
Rosso di Montalcino 2019

Tortelli Stuffed with Braised Beef
Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016

Selection of Aged Tuscan cheese
Vignaferrovia Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva 2015

4pm
Check-in (500 metres from the lunch restaurant) and relax at the Fonte de Medici Country Resort where guests will stay for the night. At this traditional country resort, owned by the Antinori family, and surrounded by the iconic vineyards of tenuta Tignanello Estate, there are two swimming pools with beautiful gardens, perfect for our summer weekend and to rest before dinner.

7pm
(Optional €250 surcharge per person) – exclusive visit to the Badia a Passignano, an 11th Century fortified Benedictine Abbey.

8pm
Four course gourmet dinner at Osteria di Passignano – Marchesi Antinori’s Michelin starred restaurant (7kms from Fonte de Medici, 10 minutes by car) during which we will taste four exceptional wines from Guado al Tasso and Le Mortelle Estate, Marchesi Antinori’s properties on the Tuscan coast (respectively Bolgheri and Castiglione della Pescaia).

Tuscan Coast Wine Degustation
Vermentino Bolgheri DOC 2020
Cont'Ugo Bolgheri DOC 2019
Guado al Tasso Bolgheri DOC Superiore 2018
Ampio delle Mortelle Toscana IGT 2016
Menu to be provided

Sunday 4th July 2021
8am to 10am . Tuscan Breakfast

11.30am
Visit the Antinori nel Chianti Classico Winery (10 kms from the hotel) at Bargino in San Casciano in Val di Pesa, a state-of-the-art winery in Chianti Classico with a private tour of the facility, including the fascinating glass tasting room suspended on the barrel-ageing cellar.

12.30pm
Chianti Classico Sunday lunch at the Rinuccio 1180 Restaurant. The incredible Antinori winery restaurant situated in the middle of the vineyards on the panoramic terrace of the winery.

Aperitivo - Benvenuti at Rinuccio 1180
Tuscan Ham and Salami, Bruschetta and Cheeses
A - Toscana Rosato IGT 2020

Gourmet Lunch Menu
Spinach and Ricotta Dumplings
Villa Antinori Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva 2016

Florentine T-Bone Steak and Roasted Potatoes
Badia a Passignano Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione 2018

Walnut and Chocolate Semifreddo
Muffato della Sala, Umbria IGT

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Ticket Price
€825 per person (€1650 per couple / twin)

Fully inclusive:
Tignanello winery tour and tasting, gourmet lunch with wines, Michelin star dinner with wines. Accommodation in double / twin room on Saturday night. Tuscan breakfast. Sunday wine tour with gourmet lunch and wines.

*Special allocation for guests on all wines (order availability at the event).
Transport is not offered during the weekend.
Minimum age 16 years old.
We require advance notice of dietary requirements.
Passports or ID and PCR test will be required for check-in at the hotel.

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50% deposit on booking required. Deposit is refundable only if cancellation received by email before noon on or before 30th May 2021. Non-refundable balance due on 15th June 2021. Tickets are transferable to other names. Deposit and balance are fully refundable if Club Vivanova cancels for any reason.

Metabolic Balance Presents Weekly Recipes with Ingredients That Are Going To Make You Feel Amazing - Part 2 Arugula

Whether in pesto, as a salad or on a pizza – arugula is not only very popular, but also absolutely healthy. The dark green leaf salad with the spicy flavor is rich in vitamin C and thus supports the immune system. In addition, arugula contains folic acid, other B vitamins, plenty of beta-carotene as well as potassium, iron, magnesium and calcium. Its bitter substances also ensure a healthy metabolism. Due to their intense taste, the bitter substances are responsible for the rapid onset of salivary and digestive juices. The feeling of satiety is thus accelerated and we feel full faster. Arugula thus also prevents cravings and becomes a multi-talent on the plate.

This tasty side dish exudes a touch of exoticism: arugula salad with olive mango dressing.

You need:
1 serving of vegetables (for example olives and arugula)
1 tablespoon of chopped shallots
1 serving of mango
balsamic vinegar
salt, black pepper

Preparation:
Pureé the olives with balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Peel the mango, remove the pulp from the core and cut into small cubes. Purée some of the cubes under the dressing, set aside the rest. Mix the onion cubes with the dressing. Wash, clean and dry arugula. Mix with the mango cubes and the dressing. Enjoy a protein according to plan – a fish fillet or fried tofu goes well. Yummy!

Strawberry-arugula salad with anglerfish
1 serving of anglerfish medallions
1 serving of arugula
1 tablespoon of chopped onion
1 serving of strawberries
1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
salt, black pepper
some oil

Preparation:
Wash the arugula leaves, throw dry and pluck them into pieces. Wash the strawberries and cut them into slices without sepals. Quarter the onion. Then cut into thin strips. Mix the balsamic vinegar with salt and pepper and a little oil. Add salt and pepper to the fish and heat a little oil in a pan. Put in the fish medallions and fry by medium heat for about 2 minutes per side. Spread the arugula on a plate, add the strawberry slices and onion and sprinkle with the vinegar dressing. Place the fried fish next to it or on it and enjoy!

Celebrate The Life and Work of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom on Thursday 10th June 2021 with The British Association of Monaco

Join Club Vivanova with the British Association of Monaco, to celebrate the life and work of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, the longest-living and longest-reigning British monarch, the longest-serving female head of state in world history, and the world's oldest living monarch, longest-reigning current monarch, and oldest and longest-serving current head of state.

THE QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION DINNER
Thursday 10th June . 6.30pm
Fairmont Monte Carlo

€88 per person
(10% ticket discount for BAM / Club Vivanova members)
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We celebrate with a Champagne aperitif, a wonderful British three-course gourmet menu and fine international wines. The dress code is optional - red, white and blue.

The Queen's Birthday Dinner
Premier Cru Champagne Aperitif
Prawn Cocktail

Coronation Chicken
Vegetable Rice Salad

Chocolate Gateaux
Fairmont Tea . Coffee
International Wine Service

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You don't have to be a club member to join. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.

Until further notice, attendees must be Monaco residents. nationals, or hotel guests. Special Fairmont room rates are available on request.

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A Monaco Showcase of Extraordinary Wines From The Multifaceted Microcosm of Etna - An Ancient Volcanic Land

Join Club Vivanova on Saturday 15th May 2021 with Marco de Grazia, the founder and owner of Tenuta Delle Terre Nere on Mount Etna, for a Sicilian Wine Masterclass at the Galerie Crystal in the Fairmont Monte Carlo.

SICILIAN MOUNT ETNA TERRE NERE GOURMET WINE LUNCH
Saturday 15th May 2021
Fairmont Monte Carlo

Six Exceptional Wines
€75 per person
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"Tenuta delle Terre Nere is the fruit of over 30 years of passion and work in the world of fine wine. And an extraordinary location, an "island within an island" that is Etna - that my brother and I chose. A place where nature is prodigal but also severe. And here I try with all my heart to express as purely as possible the refined and multifaceted microcosm of this ancient volcanic land." Marco de Grazia.

At our lunch, the Fairmont Chefs have paired an excellent gourmet menu to complement these fine wines and after lunch, we will host a Masterclass from 2pm to 3pm giving attendees the exclusive chance to taste the following six exceptional wines in a guided degustation with Marco de Grazia.

Tenuta Delle Terre Nere
Etna Bianco 2020
Etna Bianco Montalto 2019
Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Etna Rosé 2020
Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Etna Rosso 2019
Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo 2017
Etna Rosso Calderara Sottana 2017

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You don't have to be a club member to join. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.

Until further notice, attendees must be Monaco residents. nationals, employees, hotel guests or have a professional attestation to show they are attending for legitimate business purposes (to be approved by Club Vivanova). Special Fairmont room rates are available on request.

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Our New Platinum Partner Jardii Eau de Vie was created to showcase some of the finest quality fruits in the world

JARDII - PREMIUM EAU DE VIE

Jardii Eau de Vie was created to showcase some of the finest quality fruits in the world.

In order to preserve the essence and soul of the fruit, we do not use any additives or preservatives, in keeping with the Jardii mission of distilling only the finest quality Eau de Vie.

Using our know how and the latest advances in technology, we produce a savory, smooth and distinguished all natural Premium Eau de Vie.

Jardii Eau de Vies carry through the tradition of old, crafting an experience like no other.

Jardii uses the best in current technology and quality measures to offer a delicious, all natural Eau de Vie produced under stringent distillation standards.

Employing only the finest copper stills and exceptional quality fruit, we produce an unparalleled, doubly distilled premium Eau de Vie.

Each bottle is infused with the highest quality fruit. Jardii Eau de Vies are the purest, most refreshing all-natural beverages available.

Enter the Jardii garden and indulge.

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Metabolic Balance Presents Weekly Recipes with Ingredients That Are Going To Make You Feel Amazing - Part 1 Papaya

Papaya originated in Central America and Southern Mexico but is now grown in many other parts of the world. Papaya contains an enzyme called papain, which can break down the tough protein chains found in muscle meat. Because of this, people have used papaya to tenderize meat for thousands of years.

Papaya is a true superstar among exotic fruits. But how do you actually deal with the orange multi-talent? #MetabolicBalance gives some hints:

Purchase: The peel of the papaya should ideally already have yellow stripes or spots. Only then the fruit ripens completely. The degree of ripeness can also be recognized from the consistency of the pulp: The easier the pulp can be pressed in, the riper the fruit is.

Consumption: Cut the papaya lengthwise for immediate consumption and peel out the seeds with a spoon. Then the fruit halves can be sprinkled with a little lemon or lime juice, when you are not in the plan. The pulp can be easily spooned out.

Storage: Papayas that are not yet fully ripe are best kept in a dry place, protected from direct sunlight. Mature fruits can also be stored in the fridge for up to a week. For storage, the pulp of the papaya can be frozen in bags.

Today we have a particularly delicious recipe for you!
How about duck breast spinach salad with papaya

Ingredients for 1 person
1 serving of duck breast (without skin)
1 serving of spinach
Pinch salt, black pepper
1 serving of papaya
Ginger
Cinnamon

Preparation
Wash the duck breast cold, cut into small pieces and fry in a coated pan. Then add a little water and let it simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Peel the papaya, remove the seeds and cut into pieces. Season the pulp with ginger and cinnamon. Wash the spinach and spin it dry. Add the papaya and spinach to the poultry and simmer at medium heat for 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Perfect as a breakfast drink: this papaya soy shake is delicious

For 1 serving you need:
1 serving of papaya
1 serving of soya milk
1 serving of oat flakes (fine)
1 knife tip ginger powder

Peel the papaya, remove the seeds and cut the pulp into cubes. Add papaya, oatmeal and soy milk into a high bowl, season with ginger powder and puree with a blender. Yummie!

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A Unique & Unified Auction of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - The World’s Most Collectible Wines - Featured by Zachys New York

Friday 7th May 2021 - New York
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Domaine de la Romanée-Conti produces what few would dispute are the world’s most collectible wines!

Its pre-eminence is such that the cognoscenti refer to it simply as “The Domaine”. If you’re just getting into Burgundy, the reverence may seem a bit much, but a look at their vineyard holdings makes their supremacy a bit more understandable.

The jewel in the crown is the vineyard of Romanée-Conti itself. This site, initially called the Clos des Croux, was originally owned by the Benedictine monks of the abbey of Saint- Vivant de Vergy. The monks had received the vineyards from the Duchess of Burgundy Alix de Vergy in 1232. The property was sold by the monks in 1584 and renamed La Romanée in the 17th Century. The vineyard passed through several owners before being purchased by Louis-François de Bourbon in 1760. His status as the cousin of King Louis XV afforded him the title of Prince de Conti, giving rise to the current name of the vineyard.

After the Revolution, Romanée-Conti was sold to raise money for the fledgling Republic, and ended up in the hands of Jules Ouvrard, the son of Napoléon’s banker. Upon his death, the heirs sold the vineyard to Jacques-Marie Duvault-Blochet, the ancestor of the de Villaine family, who still own the domaine, in partnership with the Leroy family. In 1911 Edmond Gaudin de Villaine purchased the winery which had originally belonged to the monks of the abbey. He moved the winemaking from Santenay, where Duvault-Blochet had been based, to Vosne-Romanée, near the vineyards, and gave the new winery its cur- rent name.

Duvault-Blochet amassed impressive vineyard holdings during his lifetime, including prime parcels in Romanée-Saint-Vivant, Richebourg, Echézeaux, and Grands-Echézeaux, as well as a plot called Les Gaudichots. Gaudichots adjoined a vineyard called La Tâche, which was owned by Count Liger-Belair. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti often sold Gaudichots under the name of La Tâche, much to the irritation of Liger-Belair, who unsuccessfully sued them.

At the death of the Comtesse Liger-Belair in 1931, La Tâche was sold to the Domaine, and the entire site of more than six hectares was then known as La Tâche. Romanée-Conti and La Tâche are both wholly-owned by Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, and are thus referred to in French as “monopoles”. These are the two most desirable wines from DRC, although the Richebourg, Romanée-Saint-Vivant, Echézeaux, and Grands-Echézeaux are all made in the same way.

All of the vineyards are farmed according to biodynamic principals, and yields are kept very low. The hand-picked bunches are fermented whole in open-top wooden fermenters before being aged for approximately a year and a half in new casks. In addition to the parcels that they own, DRC leases (since 2009) just over two hectares of Corton from the heirs of the Prince de Mérode family.

While red wines form the bulk of the production at DRC, it would be a mistake to overlook the Montrachet. This white wine is produced from 0.67 hectares of vines in Chassagne- Montrachet. The result is rich and lush, with a luxurious heft on the palate almost recall- ing the density of their red wines. The Domaine is about to move further into white wine production, since they have recently leased 2.8 hectares of vineyards from Bonneau du Martray and will begin to produce Corton-Charlemagne with the 2019 vintage. In total, they own just over 25.5 hectares of vines and lease another five hectares in Corton, and every drop is a wine lover’s dream.

What does all of this history mean for you, the collector? A bottle of DRC is a vinous experience like no other. At Zachys, we often get asked if the wine can justify its price tag. For collectors of DRC, or for those who have tasted it, the answer is almost always yes. For those for whom the wine is a bit more aspirational, a combination of the wine itself, and the history to which you are connected when you pop a cork, is a joint-experience rare in the wine world.

Friday 7th May 2021 - New York
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Zachys Wine Auctions - La Paulée Returns With La Paulée Mondiale 2021 from 10th to 21st March - Fine And Rare Wines Of The World

The auction event of the season has returned yet again to the delight of oenophiles and Burgundy connoisseurs everywhere! If you’re a seasoned La Paulée veteran, then that’s all you needed to hear; head over to the sale and start bidding. If this is your first La Paulée, then please allow us to introduce you to the premier auction and event of the year!

Historically, La Paulée is a traditional Burgundian celebration held at the end of the harvest season in November. This practice can trace its roots all the way back the middle ages where it was once a widespread practice throughout France. At that time, the Cistercian monks invited their vineyard laborers to dine and celebrate the end of the harvest with them. Nowadays, La Paulée most commonly refers to the modern festivities held in Meursault that were revived by Jules Lafon. In 1923, Lafon was one of Burgundy’s most respected wine growers and held this first modern version of the celebration at his Meursault domaine. Back then, the event consisted only of a small banquet in the vat-room with his guests. 

La Paulée Mondiale 10th to 21st March 2021

Over time, the banquet became an officially established, annual cultural event as more and more neighboring viticulturists joined the festivities. As such, La Paulée has evolved from the original, modest communal banquet held in Lafon’s vat room; today, the official La Paulée de Meursault is attended by Meursault growers and producers alike along with several other wine connoisseurs and professionals, and the most sought after ticket of the famous and grand three-day Burgundy weekend, that culminates in the Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction.

La Paulée as we know and love, and celebrate every year in March, has taken place in New York, San Francisco, and Aspen, Colorado and captures the spirit of the Burgundian tradition through a fantastic program of events revolving around the wonderful wines of the region.

This year, for obvious reasons, La Paulée has gone virtual! La Paulée Mondiale will take place from March 10th to 21st, and offers a rich itinerary of online events diligently produced by the award-winning sommelier Daniel Johnnes (who originally brought the celebration stateside back in 2000) and the La Paulée team. Highlights include: online seminars exploring specific Burgundy vineyards sites with both winemakers and geologists, winemaker interviews, exclusive content directly from the fine winemakers of Burgundy, and a self-guided Grand Tasting! Of particular note is the panel on March 10th presented by La Paulée & Zachys: “Wine Auctions: Tips on Bidding, Buying, Consigning, and Avoiding Pitfalls”; anybody new to the auction portion of La Paulée will want to check this one out!

So quit your lollygagging; you don’t want to miss out! Head over to the sale page and explore what’s available (it’s all good). Also be sure to also check out La Paulée for the full scoop on all the online festivities going on this year! And, as always, tune back into the blog for all things Zachys Wine Auctions.

Chateau Teyssier - One of The Most Foremost St Emilion Estates in Bordeaux - Joins Forces with Club Vivanova for a Series of International Wine Masterclasses

Over the following months with exclusive dates to be announced, Chateau Teyssier owner Jonathan Maltus will develop a series of Premium Wine Masterclasses involving a selection of iconic international wines during gourmet lunches and dinners in and around the Principality of Monaco, entertaining and educating Club Vivanova partners, members and event participants.

CHATEAU TEYSSIER is one of the foremost SAINT EMILION GRAND CRU Estates in Bordeaux, France planted to 50 hectares. In an appellation where 5 hectares is the average size of a property, the size of the Estate allows CHATEAU TEYSSIER to provide a full range of wines from a central winery and cellar that is state-of-the-art.
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CHATEAU TEYSSIER produces wines that win awards and ratings from competitions and critics throughout the world. For the 2010 vintage we were awarded 100 POINTS by Robert PARKER and year-on-year our wines are rated in excess of 90 Points. The same team has been in place since 1994, when the then 5 hectare property was completely renovated by Jonathan.

The Château rose to prominence during the ‘garage’ period of the 1990’s in Saint Emilion, when Saint Emilion became an ‘engine for change’ in fine winemaking. At the leading edge of the ‘GARAGISTES’ was Jonathan MALTUS, described by Robert PARKER as a “visionary, self-styled revolutionary… « the English Winemaking Guru ».

Joining Jonathan MALTUS on winemaking is Neil WHYTE, with viticulture being run by Olivier DARCY. The Consulting Oenologue is Thomas DUCLOS.

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Imagined and Distilled on the Côte d'Azur - 44°N Gin Partners with Club Vivanova for a Series of Gourmet Cocktail Events

44°N GIN

44°N Gin is imagined and distilled on the Côte d'Azur, inspired by the perfume mastery of Grasse. Based in the fragrance capital of the world, Comte de Grasse distillery launched its first signature spirit in 2018. 44°N is an ultra premium gin that embodies the region with local botanicals such as mimosa, rose centifolia, lemon, verbena and lavender. It's singularity also comes from the unique distillation methods used in its creation, and inspired by the perfume industry. Every sip is a taste of the French Riviera...

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Comte de Grasse Distillery
4 Traverse Dupont
06130 Grasse

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Discover Barolo - Wine & Truffle Weekend on Saturday 6th / Sunday 7th November 2021 - In Partnership with Marchesi di Barolo, Scarpa Wine and Villa Beccaris

BAROLO WINE & TRUFFLE WEEKEND
Experience Piemonte . Monforte d’Alba & Barolo
In partnership with Marchesi di Barolo, Scarpa Wine and Villa Beccaris

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Saturday 6th November 2021
11.30am . Meet at Marchesi di Barolo
Winery Guided Tour (1 hour)
Four Barolo Wine Lunch . Piemontese Cheeses . Cold Meats / Risotto
*Vegetarian option available upon request

3pm (optional)
Barolo Wine Museum / Enoteca Regional
10 minutes walk from winery (at own leisure and cost)

From 4pm . Hotel Villa Beccaris*****
Check-in (20 minutes drive from Barolo) Monforte d'Alba

7pm . Sunset Piemontese Aperitivo . Private Garden Terrace

8pm . Gourmet Alba White Truffle Wine Dinner
Five Course Scarpa Wine Degustation (includes Vermouth aperitif and five wines)
Ristorante Casa nella Saracca . Monforte d’Alba

Gourmet Dinner Menu with Paired Wines
Traditional Piemontese Dish of Fresh Vegetables and Tuna
Vitello Tonnato (Traditional Tuna Sauce / Cold Sliced Veal)
Hand-Chopped Raw Veal Battuta (with Alba white truffle)
Pumpkin Flan with Cheese Fondue (with Alba white truffle)
Homemade “ Ravioli” stuffed with Veal and Served with Roast Veal Sauce
Bone-in Veal Prime Rib Steak . Roast Potatoes
Panna Cotta . Water . Coffee
Includes truffle option
*Vegetarian option available upon request.
Return to hotel after dinner (10 minutes short walk from the hotel)

Sunday 7th November 2021
8am to 10am . Piemontese Deluxe Buffet Breakfast

11.30am to 3pm . Piemonte Truffle Hunting & Lunch Degustation
Includes truffle hunt with hunting dogs / English-speaking guide to explain the traditions, history, legends and myths of the white Piemontese truffle including educational tips to recognize and distinguish inferior quality and artificial products. Includes a gourmet truffle tasting with local speciality cheeses, honey and cream made with truffle and Dolcetto wine degustation.

Suggestion for Sunday afternoon
Alba Truffle Market . 30 minutes by car from truffle hunting location.

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Booking Cost
€600 per person (€1200 per couple / twin)

Fully inclusive:
Saturday winery guided tour (English/Italian), light lunch and wine degustation.
Saturday sunset Piemontese aperitivo.
Saturday gourmet dinner including menu, truffles, Barolo wine selection, water and coffee.

Accommodation in double / twin DELUXE room on Saturday night. Piemontese buffet breakfast . Sunday morning . 8am to 10am. Truffle hunting with dogs and picnic wine lunch on Sunday.

*Luxury Upgrade - La Romantica Suite €1700 per couple - 78 sq.m. room

*Single standard room option available with fully inclusive experience for one night (Saturday to Sunday) charged at €750.

Recommended airport . Turin (45 minutes from the hotel). Minimum age 16 years old.
We require advance notice of dietary requirements. Passports or ID will be required for check-in at the hotel.

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50% deposit on booking required with balance due on 1st October 2021.
Deposit and balance refundable only if cancellation received in writing before noon on 8th October 2021. Tickets are transferable. Fully refundable if Club Vivanova cancels for any reason.

ABOUT OUR PARTNERS
The Marchesi di Barolo (owned and operated by our friends the Abbona family) is the oldest winery in Barolo dating back over 200 years. Our winery tour will showcase their historical wine-making facilities.

Hotel Villa Beccaris is a five-star deluxe hotel with incredible views over Barolo. Each room is unique and presented in a typical Piemontese fashion, with beautiful gardens and secure free secure parking.

The history of Scarpa Wine spans over the history of Piedmont winemaking and tells the story of our land, grapes, wines and people. From the early days of Antonio Scarpa to our current time we have followed the same direction, thus creating a long, continuous thread between the past and the present.

The Ristorante Case nella Saracca . This restaurant is housed in the delightful setting of the Case della Saracca. It is built on a number of different levels, has intimate small tables and a distinctive glass and steel decor. An excellent wine bar and one of the most delightful places to enjoy the culinary excellence of this region.

Celebrate The Great British Sunday Roast In Its Full Glory At The Galerie Crystal In Partnership With The Fairmont Monte Carlo and Off The Grid Monaco Events

In partnership with the Fairmont Monte Carlo and Off The Grid Events, we celebrate The Great British Sunday Roast in its full glory at the Galerie Crystal with an open international wine bar and Premier Cru Champagne / Gekko Craft Beer upgrades available. A scintillating haute couture fashion show will be hosted during our gourmet lunch with partner Lakemakeld.

THE GREAT BRITISH SUNDAY ROAST
Haute Couture Lakemakeld Fashion Show
Sunday 14th March 2021 . 12.30pm
Galerie Crystal . Fairmont Monte Carlo
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€88 per person (menu and wines)
€98 per person (*Premier Cru Champagne upgrade)
€590 table of six (*Premier Cru Champagne upgrade)
€630 table of six (*Premier Cru Champagne / Gekko Beer upgrade)

In partnership with the Fairmont Monte Carlo and Off The Grid Events, we celebrate The Great British Sunday Roast in its full glory at the Galerie Crystal with an open international wine bar and Premier Cru Champagne / Gekko Craft Beer upgrades available. A scintillating haute couture fashion show will be hosted during our gourmet lunch with partner Lakemakeld.

Amuse Bouche
Mushroom Crème Brulée
Hazelnut Foam

Main Course
Roast Beef Sirloin with Gravy
Roast Potatoes . Yorkshire Pudding
Cauliflower . Peas . Carrots
(vegetarian option available)

Dessert
Apple Crumble
Custard . Ice Cream

Open Wine Bar
Las Mondes Sauvignon Blanc . Chile
Woodlands Chardonnay . Australia
Rewen Estate Malbec . Argentina
Woodlands Shiraz Cabernet . Australia

Service and Upgrade Information
Wine service from 12.30pm to 2.30pm and lunch served from 1pm. *Premier Cru Champagne upgrade (one glass aperitif) will be served from 12.30pm to 1pm with Gekko Beer option upgrade including 6 Gekko Craft Pale Ale Beers served per table.

You don't have to be a club member to join our parties. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.

Attendance Requirements
Until further notice, attendees must be Monaco residents. nationals, employees, hotel guests or have a professional attestation to show they are attending for legitimate business purposes (to be approved by Club Vivanova). Special Fairmont room rates are available on request.