Club Vivanova

Margaret River Winemaker’s Degustation Dinner
Blind Corner Winery . Two Brothers Selection
Five Premium Wines . Four Course Gourmet Dinner
Polohouse Marbella

Monday 26th November 2012, 20.00
EUR 60 per person (fully inclusive)

Guest winemaker
Ben Gould . Blind Corner Winery . Margaret River

Join us for a premium Margaret River wine degustation at the famous Polohouse in Marbella with host and restaurateur James Hewitt, New World wine professional Bradley Mitton
and winemaker Ben Gould, owner of the Blind Corner Winery in Western Australia.

This will be the first Western Australian wine degustation of its kind on the Costa del Sol and our event will begin with a sparkling wine aperitif followed by a five-course and four wine degustation. We will have the great pleasure to taste four of the boutique Blind Corner wines with Ben Gould himself, who will present an overview of his winery
and an insight into the philosophy behind his successful and boutique wines.

Gourmet Degustation Menu
pdf download (click here)

Sparkling Aperitif . Amuse Bouche

2011 Two Brothers Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Cornish Crab . Green Bean Salad . Poached Leeks

2011 Two Brothers Rose
Pan Fried Turbot Fillet . Prawns . Herb Sauce

2010 Two Brothers Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
Warm Roasted Iberian Pork Terrine . Spiced Quince Chutney

2010 Blind Corner Shiraz
Galician Beef Fillet Rossini . Foie Gras . Brioche . Winter truffle

Vanilla Panacotta . Red Wine . Poached Pear

Reservations
Tickets will cost EUR 60 per person; the event is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at EUR 120). Price includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Blind Corner Winery
It has been our long-held dream to have our own vineyard and winery, where we live and work and produce wines with minimal, if any, additives. The wines are all hand (and foot) made with the aim of best reflecting the Margaret River terroir in the sub-region of Wilyabrup. The vineyard is organic, dry-grown and utilises biodynamic principles.

Please note that members and non-members alike may book for our events, which are always well attended; early reservations are recommended.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

Blind Corner . Two Brothers Wine Degustation Dinner
Four Premium Wines . Four Course Gourmet Dinner
WILSON’S . Berlin’s Best Prime Rib Restaurant

Guest winemaker
Ben Gould . Blind Corner and Two Brothers Winery . Margaret River

Wednesday 21st November, 19.30 Aperitif
EUR 48 per person (fully inclusive)
Limited to 36 attendees

Join us for a premium Margaret River wine degusutation at Berlin’s best prime rib restaurant with winemaker Ben Gould, owner of the Blind Corner Winery in the Margaret River – the wines are truly sensational. Ben will present an overview of his winery and an insight into the philosophy behind his successful and boutique wines.

Wilson’s . The Prime Rib Restaurant is serving the most succulent roasted entrecote on the bone, hand-prepared and slowly braised providing an amazing culinary experience. Marinated with Tasmanian black pepper, the meat is a perfect complement to our array of red wines.

Gourmet Degustation Menu
pdf download (click here)

2011 Two Brothers Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Prawn Cocktail . Sauce Marie Rose

2011 Two Brothers Rose
Prime Beef Tartar . Classic Caesar Salad

2010 Two Brothers Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
The Original Prime Rib . Tasmanian Black Pepper Marinade

2010 Blind Corner Shiraz
Chocolate Espresso New York Cheesecake

Reservations
Tickets will cost EUR 48 per person; the event is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at EUR 98). Price includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Blind Corner Winery
It has been our long-held dream to have our own vineyard and winery, where we live and work and produce wines with minimal, if any, additives. The wines are all hand (and foot) made with the aim of best reflecting the Margaret River terroir in the sub-region of Wilyabrup. The vineyard is organic, dry-grown and utilises biodynamic principles.

Please note that members and non-members alike may book for our events, which are always well attended; early reservations are recommended.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

WORLD CLASS Australian New Zealand Degustation
Chateau Monfort Hotel . Milan
Six Boutique Australian and New Zealand Wines

Tuesday 13th November 2012
Exclusive Tasting with Sommelier Massimo Sacco
EUR 45 per person . fully inclusive

Join us for an exclusive gourmet night of boutique Australian and New Zealand wines and exceptional Italian contemporary cuisine at the wonderful five star Chateau Monfort Hotel in Milan, the fashion capital of Europe.

To celebrate the launch of our Club Vivanova events and distribution of our boutique wine brands in Italy, we will take attendees through a fabulous viticultural journey presented by New World wine professional Bradley Mitton and Monte Carlo Master Sommelier Massimo Sacco.

Wines for tasting
Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough, New Zealand
Bellvale Chardonnay 2009, Gippsland, Victoria
Bellvale Pinot Noir 2009, Gippsland, Victoria
Sliding Hill Pinot Noir 2010, Marlborough, New Zealand
Two Brothers Cabernet Merlot 2010, Margaret River
Hundred Tree Hill Shiraz 2007, Pyrenees, Victoria

Gourmet Flying Buffet
Olives . Amuse Bouche
Cream Cheese . Vanilla Madagascar Pears
Polenta Cubes . Cod Fish Mousse
Parma Ham . Parmesan Cheese
Beef Tartare . Capers and Pickled Onions
Milanese Risotto . Crispy Sausage

Reservations
Tickets will cost EUR 45 per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (normal price EUR 85)and includes all wines, menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.  Please note that members and non-members alike may book for our events, which are always well attended; early reservations are recommended.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

CANZA Summer Garden Gourmet Grill and Wine Party
Kempinski Hotel Hybernska Prague . The Garden
Wednesday 5th September, 19.30
CZK 990 per person (fully inclusive)

Special Guests of Honour
HE Peter Rider . New Zealand Ambassador
HE Jean Dunn . Australian Ambassador

Join CANZA  and Club Vivanova  for an exciting night of premium wines, gourmet cuisine and international networking at the fabulous Kempinksi Hotel Hybernska in Prague.

Guests will be greeted with aperitifs of Australian Sparkling Shiraz and New Zealand Les Joues Rouges Sparkling Rose. Our 2011 Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc and 2009 Barking Owl Shiraz Viognier will be highlighted as the event’s pouring wines including our summery and refreshing Woodlands Shiraz Rose!

Menu and Complementing Wines
Our sensational gourmet grill will be amazing value and will include a selection of international appetisers, grilled imported prawns, salmon and natural premium lamb and beef plus mouthwatering desserts, all prepared in true CANZA style – an excellent gourmet night.

Gourmet Grill Menu . click here to view pdf
Special menu options available upon request

For Booking
Tickets will cost CZK 990 (EUR 39) per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at CZK 1500). Price includes all wines, gourmet buffet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

Summer Wine and Gourmet Grill Terrace Party
Leonardo Royal Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz
Exclusive Gourmet Grill with Premium Australian Wines
Special guest – HE Australian Ambassador Peter Tesch
EUR 39 per person . fully inclusive

Thursday 23rd August 2012 . 19.30pm
Western Australian Premium Wine Degustation
Premium Imported Lafina Uruguayan Natural Beef
Divo Dress Dance Show

In co-operation with the Leonardo Royal Hotel and the Australian Business in Europe (Germany) e.V., we would like to invite you to an outdoor gourmet feast with a selection of premium Australian wines. Expect another excellent networking night with Club Vivanova!

Menu and Complementing Wines
Our sensational gourmet grill will be amazing value and will include a selection of international appetisers, grilled imported prawns, kingfish and natural premium beef provided by our Uruguyuan beef sponsors Lafina; plus mouthwatering desserts – an excellent gourmet night all topped off with a fantastic dance entertainment show from Divo Dress.

Gourmet Grill Menu . click here to view pdf
Special menu options available upon request

Premium Wine Lounge
Taylor Ferguson Sparkling Brut
Barking Owl Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2011
Woodlands Shiraz Rose 2011
Barking Owl Cabernet Merlot 2008

Reservations
Tickets will cost EUR 39 per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at EUR 60) and includes all wines, gourmet grill, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Lafina Premium Natural Uruguayan Beef
Lafina produces natural beef of the highest quality on the grasslands of Uruguay that meet the highest expectations of taste, consistent quality and enjoyment. The cuts are exclusively premium, of first-class quality, perfectly aged and marbled with little fat. Exceptional flavor is assured.

Free voucher for Club Vivanova members
Club Vivanova members that attend will receive a voucher from the hotel!
Please note that members and non-members alike may book for our events, which are always well attended; early reservations are recommended.

Australian Business in Europe (Germany) e.V.
ABIE Germany provides a forum for the exchange of business-related, cultural and social information relevant to Australia and Germany. ABIE Germany is proud to have the Australian Ambassador to Germany as its Patron and enjoys close ties with Austrade in Germany.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

Cloud 9 Sky Bar & Lounge Summer Terrace Party
Gourmet Grill and Four Speciality Wine Cocktails
Live Cocktail Presentation with Roman Uhlir
Open Cocktail Bar and Barbecue . All Night Long!

Thursday 5th July, 19.30
Live Latin Musical Entertainment
CZK 750 per person

In co-operation with CANZA and the Cloud 9 Sky Bar & Lounge at the rooftop of the Hilton Hotel Prague, we would like to invite you to another amazing outdoor terrace barbecue party with speciality wine cocktails. Party in the sky this summer with Club Vivanova!

New World wine professional Bradley Mitton has selected four premium wines that bar-phenomenon Roman Uhlir will blend into speciality cocktails to be served during the evening. The event will be a fully inclusive deal of all you can eat and drink and proved to be excellent value for money at our sold-out party last year.

Taylor Ferguson Sparkling Brut
Bellini Mango

Sliding Hill New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc 2011
Peach Well Vodka . Peach Liqueur

Barking Owl Shiraz Rose 2011
Cloud 9 Spritzer . Fresh Strawberries . Crushed Ice

SAAM Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
Cloud 9 Sangria . Summer Fruits . Spanish Brandy

Gourmet Barbecue Grill Menu
Chicken Souvlaki . Tzatziki . Crispy Lettuce . Pita Bread
Lamb Kebab . Harissa Mayonnaise
Pork Skewer . Sweet Pepper . Green Chili Salsa
Pork Ribs . Dark Beer Marinade . Chili . Barbecue Sauce
Chorizo Sausage . Apple Horseradish Cream . Old Mustard
Beefburger . Sesame Bun . Caramelized Shallot
Vegetarian options available upon request

Club Vivanova Members Voucher
All club members who attend will receive a free business lunch voucher from the hotel.

Reservations
Tickets will cost CZK 750 (EUR 30) per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at CZK 1200) and includes all cocktails, wonderful grill menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA Summer Gala Dinner
Western Australian Wine Degustation
HORIZON Deck Restaurant Champagne Bar

Seven Wines . Seven Course Gourmet Menu
Fairmont Monte Carlo
Thursday 28th June, 19.30
EUR 75 per person (fully inclusive)

Join us for an amazing Australian open-air gourmet experience at the Horizon Deck of the Fairmont Monte Carlo. The seventh floor views over the Mediterranean create an ideal ambience for our next Club Vivanova event in Monaco.

“Between Sea and Sky”, executive chefs and sommeliers will prepare a seven course gourmet dinner and wine degustation including Australian yellowtail hamachi kingfish, wild harvest king prawns from the Spencer Gulf, imported meats and exclusive chocolate delights from BLYSS Pure Virgin.

The menu will be complemented with seven matching premium wines from the Millbrook Winery in the Perth Hills of Western Australia showcasing the Barking Owl brand. Special guests include the Australian Ambassador to France His Excellency Ric Wells and the Agent General for Western Australia, Kevin Skipworth.

Reservations
Tickets will cost EUR 75 per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at EUR 120) and includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Please note that members and non-members alike may book for our events, which are always well attended; early reservations are highly recommended. Discounted accommodation and ticket packages are available from the hotel.

We would like to thank the following partners
Western Australian Government Office . Cleanseas . Fairmont Monte Carlo . CANZA Prague . Millbrook Winery . Signale Buro for Communications . Mitton International Wines . VIRA all-in-wine . Spencer Gulf King Prawns . BLYSS Pure Virgin Chocolate . Australian Embassy Paris

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

Sundial Garden Gourmet Grill and Wine Party
Rocco Forte Augustine Hotel Prague
Thursday 14th June, 19.30h
CZK 1100 per person (fully inclusive)
Limited to fifty seats

CANZA New World Wine Degustation
Grill presented by Executive Chef Miroslav Grusz

You are invited to an exclusive gourmet grill evening in the private Sundial Garden at one of Prague’s finest five star hotels, the Rocco Forte Augustine with Executive Chef Miroslav Grusz. The Sundial Garden is adjacent to the Augustinian Monastery at the secluded courtyard terrace of the hotel. A special open-air banqueting soiree for fifty people will be prepared, where attendees will be wined and dined by the Executive Chef grilling at our tableside and New World wine professional Bradley Mitton, who will guide attendees through the tasting of four excellent New World wines.

Please note that members and non-members alike may book for our events, which are always well attended; early reservations are highly recommended.

Gourmet Grill Menu and Complementing Wines
pdf download (click here)

Gourmet grill specialities will include amongst others, Angus Beef Tenderloin, Gourmet Lamb Burgers, Chicken Satays, Marinated Pork Ribs, Homemade Sausages, Pike Perch, Grilled Prawns, Lamb chops, Prague Ham, salads, dips, breads, a dessert selection and of course four excellent wines.

Reservations
Tickets will cost CZK 1100 (EUR 45) per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at CZK 1900) and includes all wines, wonderful grill menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

Seafood and Summer Wine Grill Degustation
Australian, South African and New Zealand Wines
Oysters . Calamari . Shrimps . Scallops . Red Mullet

Osteria del Mare . Monte Carlo Port Fontvieille
Thursday 7th June, 7.30pm
EUR 60 per person (fully inclusive)

Join us for a fabulous night of fresh seafood prepared Mediterranean style with a selection of wonderful New World wines. The recently opened Osteria del Mare  (owned by Italian and AC Milan captain Genarro Gattuso) overlooking Port Fontvieille is the perfect location for our next Club Vivanova event.

New World wine importer and professional Bradley Mitton will guide us through the tasting of five excellent wines from various premium wine regions in the southern hemisphere. Seating is limited to thirty so please book early.

Gourmet Seafood Degustation Menu
pdf download (click here)

Taylor Ferguson Sparkling Brut, Riverina, Australia
Fresh Oysters . Lemon . Black Pepper

SAAM Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Paarl, South Africa
Grilled Baby Calamari . Marinade

Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough
Grilled Full Shell Queen Scallops . Garlic. Shallots

Sliding Hill Pinot Noir 2009, Marlborough, New Zealand
Poached Sicilian Scarlet Scampi . Guacamole Mousse

Woodlands Shiraz Rose 2011, Riverina, Australia
Grilled Whole Red Mullet . Olive Oil . Garlic

Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee . Selection of Teas
Petit Fours

Reservations
Tickets will cost EUR 60 per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at EUR 95) and includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

Celeste Restaurant . The Dancing House Prague
New Zealand . Rooftop Terrace Wine Degustation
Sliding Hill . Allan Scott Wines

Six Course Gourmet Menu . Six Premium Wines
Launch . Sparkling Pinot Noir Rose . Les Joues Rouges

Thursday 24th May, 19.30 until late
CZK 1850 per person (fully inclusive)

Join us for the launch of our premium Sparkling Rose and an excellent night of New Zealand wines at one of Prague’s most exciting dining venues. We have exclusively booked the private rooftop dining room at Celeste, limited to 24 seats; the perfect location for our next Club Vivanova gourmet CANZA dinner event.

New World wine professional Bradley Mitton will guide us through the tasting of six excellent Marlborough wines. Please note that members and non-members alike may book for our events, which are always excellently attended; early reservations are highly recommended.

Gourmet Degustation Menu
pdf download (click here)

Allan Scott Les Joues Rouges Sparkling Rose
Amuse Bouche . Canapés

Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2011
Cucumber Cannelloni . King Crab . Lime. Marinated Melon

Sliding Hill Chardonnay 2009
Poached Seabass . Coco de Paimpol Beans

Auntsfield Estate Pinot Noir Rose 2011
Summer Fruit Sorbet . Mint

Sliding Hill Pinot Noir 2009
Roasted Anjou Squab Spring Leeks . Seared Foie Gras . Morel

Auntsfield Estate Heritage Pinot Noir 2005
Tart Soufflé . Dark Chocolate

Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee . Selection of Teas
Petit Fours

Reservations
Tickets will cost CZK 1850 (EUR 75) per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at CZK 2750) and includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

Bookmark this page

Hide Sites

« Older Entries