Club Vivanova

The Magnificent Seven Shiraz Ride Again…
Our Best Seven Australian Shiraz Vintages
with Seven Course ‘Mediterranean Fusion’ Gourmet Dinner

HBC Berlin . Private Dining Room . Alexanderplatz
Thursday 15th March, 19.30h
EUR 45 per person (fully inclusive)

You are cordially invited to our annual ‘Magnificent Seven’ Shiraz tasting at one of Berlin’s best Mediterranean fusion Restaurants, HBC in Berlin-Mitte. Described as “a little journey on the road to culinary heaven” by goodfoodinberlin.de, this location has arguably the best comtemporary European kitchen in Berlin.

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

Gourmet Seven Shiraz Degustation Menu
pdf download (click here)

Taylor Ferguson Sparkling Shiraz
Fines de Claire Oysters . Raspberry . Ginger

Mancini Vignerons Selection Shiraz Cabernet
Vitello Tonnato . Red Onion . Capers

2009 Barking Owl Shiraz Viognier
Apricots . Brie Cheese . Parma Sleeve

2007 Hundred Tree Hill Shiraz
Tepid Chickory Salad . Smoked Guinea Fowl

2008 Meerea Park The Aunts Shiraz
Arabic Lamb Back . Yogurt Espuma

2007 Meerea Park Alexander Munro Shiraz
Beef Filet . Polenta Taragna . Trufflewine Sauce

2005 Liebichwein The Darkie Shiraz
Bitter Chocolate . Surprise Dessert

Reservations
Tickets will cost EUR 45 per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (normally priced at EUR 80) and includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

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BARKING OWL Six Course Asian Fusion Wine Degustation
SOHO Restaurant and Garden, Prague
Thursday 8th March, 19.30h
CZK 975 per person (fully inclusive)

Join us for a HOOT! at the private river-side dining room of the SOHO Restaurant for a six course dinner with five wines from our leading Western Australian winery Barking Owl. SOHO is located at the Vltava riverside and is one of Prague’s best dining locations. The venue offers a fantastic ambience for our next CANZA and Club Vivanova gourmet event.

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Our events are open to members and non-members alike. Attendees will be greeted with a sparkling aperitif and guided through a comparative tasting of four excellent wines from Western Australia. The tasting and presentation will be hosted by New World wine professional Bradley Mitton.

Gourmet ‘Asian Fusion’ Degustation Menu
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Sparkling Aperitif
Marinated Salmon Gravlax . Coriander Pesto 

2010 Barking Owl Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
Soho Sushi Variation . Ginger . Wasabi

2009 Barking Owl Chardonnay
Binaga Maki . Gratin Sabayone

2009 Barking Owl Shiraz Viognier
Duck Risotto . Aged Parmesan . Onion Coulis

2008 Barking Owl Cabernet Merlot
Beef Sous Vide . Bitter Chocolate . Smoked Potato Purée

Tart Parisienne . Creme Anglais
Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee . Selection of Teas . Petit Fours

Reservations
Tickets will cost CZK 975 (EUR 39) per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (valued at CZK 1500). Price includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to booking@vivanova-newsletter.com.

CANZA
The Czech Australian and New Zealand Association (www.canza.cz) helps promote the interests and cultures of Australia and New Zealand in the Czech Republic and give expats and locals alike the opportunity to experience the Australian and New Zealand way of life in the Czech Republic.

Prague Connect
PragueConnect.cz offers business connections and local information that brings together international Expats and Czech business professionals through networking channels and special events.

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BELLVALE WINE LAUNCH . NEW YEAR PARTY
Hôtel Concorde Berlin . Ku’damm
Lobby . Le Faubourg Lounge

Thursday 16th February, 19.30h until late
EUR 40 per person (fully inclusive)

Special Guest of Honour
Bellvale Winery Owner Mr. John Ellis

In celebration of the launch of our new winery partner Bellvale, we would like to invite you to an exciting night of premium burgundy-style boutique wines, gourmet cuisine and excellent networking at the fabulous Hôtel Concorde in Berlin.

Guests will be greeted with a Victorian sparkling wine aperitif and amuse bouche. We will have the great pleasure to taste three of the hand-made wines produced by John Ellis at his cool-climate property in Gippsland, Victoria. The owner and winemaker of the five-star rated Bellvale Winery will present the products personally.

2008 Bellvale The Quercus Vineyard Chardonnay
Excellent purity, beautifully textured, creamy, nutty with balanced fruit character, long, graceful finish.
94 points James Halliday

2008 Bellvale Athena’s Vineyard Pinot Noir
Smoky, savoury, earthy, fresh cherry characters offering a lean but complex and wonderfully elegant wine.
95 points James Halliday

Gourmet Degustation Buffet Menu
pdf download

For Booking
Tickets will cost EUR 40 per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (would normally be EUR 75). The ticket price includes all wines, gourmet buffet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to info@mittonwines.com.

Capital Connect
CapitalConnect.de offers business connections and local information that brings together international Expats and Berlin business professionals through networking channels and special events.

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WAITANGI AND AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATION
Kempinski Hotel Hybernska Prague
Lobby, Two Steps Bar and Wintergarten

Friday 10th February, 19.30h until late
CZK 975 per person (fully inclusive)
Door Prize – Kempinski Weekend for Two in Moscow with Flights

Special Guests of Honour
HE Peter Rider . New Zealand Ambassador
HE Jean Dunn . Australian Ambassador
John Ellis . Bellvale Winery Owner

In joint celebration of Waitangi and Australian Day, we would like to invite you to an exciting night of premium wines, gourmet cuisine and excellent networking at the fabulous Kempinksi Hotel Hybernska in Prague.

Guests will be greeted with aperitifs of Sparkling Shiraz and New Zealand No.1 Cuvee Sparkling; our 2011 Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc and 2009 Barking Owl Shiraz Viognier will be highlighted as the event’s pouring wines.

Bellvale Presentation
During the event, John Ellis (owner and winemaker of the five-star rated Victorian Bellvale Winery) will present his premium Burgundian Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Win a Trip for Two to Moscow
As a special prize, we will be raffling a free weekend trip for two to Moscow courtesy of Czech Airlines with accomodation at the luxurious Kempinski Baltschug Hotel.

Gourmet Degustation Buffet Menu
pdf download

For Booking
Tickets will cost CZK 975 (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 info@mittonwines.com. 

Special Accommodation Package
A special accommodation rate is being offered by the hotel of EUR 149 per single or EUR 169 per couple including full breakfast (excluding 14% VAT) – Grand Deluxe Room.

CANZA
The Czech Australian and New Zealand Association (www.canza.cz) helps promote the interests and cultures of Australia and New Zealand in the Czech Republic and give expats and locals alike the opportunity to experience the Australian and New Zealand way of life in the Czech Republic.

Prague Connect
PragueConnect.cz offers business connections and local information that brings together international Expats and Czech business professionals through networking channels and special events.

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The Marriage of Fine Champagne and Virgin Chocolate
Armand de Brignac and Pure BLYSS

Five Ultra Premium Champagnes
Pure Virgin Chocolate Degustation
SOHO HOUSE Berlin . Politburo Private Room

Wednesday 7th December, 19.30h
EUR 50 per person (fully inclusive)

In celebration of the forthcoming festive season, we would like to invite you to an exciting night of world class Champagne and luxurious chocolate at the exclusive SOHO HOUSE in Berlin with our partners Armand de Brignac  and pure BLYSS.

BLYSS is a radically new indulgence company, breaking conventions and creating multisensory experiences through the secret of single bean virgin chocolate. Armand de Brignac is rated the number one Champagne brand in the world and retails at over EUR 300 per bottle so we are in for an excellent treat.

Our exclusive event will be held in the Politburo private room of the exclusive and private members’ club and hotel SOHO HOUSE Berlin. A wonderful Champagne aperitif will be served upon arrival paired with “Fresh Salmon Ceviche” and “Wild Mushroom Risotto” to be followed by the Armand de Brignac Champagne and pure BLYSS chocolate degustation.

The Marriage of Champagne and Chocolate
Gourmet Degustation Menu
pdf download

Australian entrepreneur and BLYSS owner Alyssa Jade McDonald will present the combinations on the menu with Armand de Brignac representative Stefan Fabinger; this is sure to be a very special night.

For booking
Tickets will cost EUR 50 per person. The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (normally over EUR 150 just for the Champagne). The price includes all Champagnes, menu, chocolate, coffee and water. Please book by replying to info@mittonwines.com.

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FAIRMONT Hotel and Casino Monte Carlo
L’Argentine Monte Carlo Six Course Degustation Menu
Redbank Sally’s Paddock and Hundred Tree Hill wines
Exceptional and Distinguished Australian Wines

Thursday 24th November, 19.30
Tickets limited to thirty – EUR 65 per person (fully inclusive)

In conjunction with Monte Carlo Wines, we invite you to join us at the wonderful L’Argentine Monte Carlo for a six course menu degustation with a selection of six premium, boutique Victorian cool-climate wines!

Among Monte Carlo hotels, The Fairmont is a lavish retreat that puts the Principality at your doorstep and allows you to immerse yourself in the region’s “joie de vivre”. A prestigious location for the most prestigious events.

New World wine professional Bradley Mitton will present the exclusive dinner to be held in the private dining room of the restaurant. The event will begin with a speciality sparkling aperitif to be followed by presentations and dinner.

Degustation Menu and Complementing Wines pdf download (click here) http://www.mittonwines.com/pdfs/fairmont_menu_november_2011.pdf

For booking
Tickets will cost EUR 65 (subsidised by the organising partners, normal charge would be EUR 120) and seating is limited to thirty. Price includes all wines, menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to info@mittonwines.com. Early reservations are highly recommended.

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WORLD CLASS Australian Wine Degustation
The Opera Court
Rocco Forte HOTEL DE ROME Berlin

Special guest – HE Australian Ambassador Peter Tesch
Thursday 10th November, 19.30h
EUR 50 per person (limited to 50 tickets)

In co-operation with the five-star deluxe Rocco Forte Collection Hotel de Rome in Berlin and the Perth Convention Bureau in London, we would like to invite you to an exceptional wine tasting of some of Australia’s most distinguished boutique wines.

These distinguished wines are listed exclusively in Central Europe’s leading gourmet restaurants and cannot be found on any local shop shelves or internet sites; all are sold direct from the wineries through Mitton Wines. Now is your chance to taste these products with a wonderful complementing gourmet menu and a pure BLYSS virgin chocolate dessert.

Included with the dinner will be our Redbank Sally’s Paddock from the Pyrenees in Victoria, the Barossa Darkie Shiraz from Liebichwein and two ultra-premium Margaret River single varietal wines.

Gourmet Wine Pairing Menu
Pdf download – click here
Vegetarian option available upon request

For booking
Tickets will cost EUR 50 per person (valued at EUR 90 -the ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners). Price includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee and water. Please book by replying to info@mittonwines.com.

Perth Convention Bureau
We would like to thank the Perth Convention Bureau for their participation as sponsors. A special Western Australian promotional gift-pack will be raffled at the event.

Club Vivanova members (free gift)
Club Vivanova members will receive a free special chocolate package from BLYSS at the event (retail value EUR 30).

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New Zealand Gala Dinner and Wine Degustation
MANDARIN ORIENTAL HOTEL PRAGUE . Grand Ballroom
Four Premium New Zealand Boutique Wines
Five Course Gourmet Dinner
Special Guest HE New Zealand Ambassador Peter Rider
Saturday 5th November 2011, 19.30h
CZK 1250 per person (fully inclusive)

In co-operation with the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Prague and the New Zealand Ambassador HE Peter Rider, Club Vivanova would like to invite you to a New Zealand black-tie gourmet Gala Dinner with four premium Marlborough wines.

A New Zealand sparkling wine aperitif will be served in the Monastery Lounge at 19.30 and the event will begin with presentations at 20.00. The amazing Sliding Hill wines from Marlborough will be showcased during the event; each wine will be presented by New World wine professional Bradley Mitton.

Gourmet Menu and Complementing Wines
pdf download (click here)
Vegetarian option available upon request

Our exclusive event is being organised in conjunction with the Czech Australian New Zealand Association; numbers are limited to eighty. All Club Vivanova members will receive a special Linden Leaves Pure New Zealand Bodycare gift pack at the event (retail value EUR 35).

For booking
Tickets will cost CZK 1250 (EUR 50). The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners (normally priced at CZK 1950). Ticket price includes all wines, full gourmet menu, coffee or tea and water. Please book by replying to info@mittonwines.com. Early reservations are highly recommended.

Please note our events are open both to members and non-members of Club Vivanova and CANZA so you do not have to join the club(s) to attend.

CANZA
The Czech Australian and New Zealand Association (http://www.canza.cz) helps promote the interests and cultures of Australia and New Zealand in the Czech Republic and give expats and locals alike the opportunity to experience the Australian and New Zealand way of life in the Czech Republic.

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Gourmet Dinner at Monte Carlo’s Finest Wine Bar
Six Premium Wines . Six Course Menu Degustation
COSMOPOLITAN Restaurant and Wine Bar
Boutique Australian and New Zealand Wines

Thursday 27th October, 19.30h
Tickets limited to to sixty – EUR 45 per person (fully inclusive)

In co-operation with Monte Carlo’s famous Cosmopolitan Restaurant and Wine Bar and Monte Carlo Wines, Club Vivanova would like to invite you to a six course menu degustation with a selection of six premium, boutique Australian and New Zealand wines!

New World wine professional Bradley Mitton will present wines from the Hunter Valley, the Pyrenees in Victoria, Perth Hills in Western Australia and Marlborough in New Zealand – all paired with a fantastic gourmet menu highlighting the restaurant’s menu specialities.

Degustation Menu and Complementing Wines pdf download (click here)
Vegetarian option available upon request

For booking
Tickets will cost EUR 45 (subsidised by the organising partners) and seating is limited to sixty. Price includes all wines, gourmet menu, coffee or tea and water. Please book by replying to info@mittonwines.com. Early reservations are highly recommended.

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Amazing Asian Barbecue and Premium Wine Degustation
MODERN ART OF ASIA Restaurant and Lounge Bar
Leipzigerplatz, Berlin Mitte
Six premium wines from Australia and New Zealand
Special Virgin Chocolate Dessert
Wednesday 19th October, 19.30h
EUR 45 per person (fully inclusive)

Indulge, inspire and stimulate your taste buds!

Join us on Leipzigerplatz for our next exciting event at the MAOA Restaurant, Lounge and Bar. The restaurant has a wonderful market area full of fresh seafood, fine cuts of meat and high-vitamin vegetables where guests may pick their meal concoction and the chefs barbecue a la minute. Dinner will be completed with a special BLYSS chocolate dessert.

Attendees will be navigated through the flavours of six premium boutique wines and will then have the chance to prepare their own meal to complement the wines; each dish will be individually cooked. Fresh, healthy and inspiring!

Three main courses will be served and marinades have been chosen to complement the wines; what you choose is up to you; follow the flavours. Vegetarian options are available.

Marinades (all you can eat buffet) and premium wines

Taylor Ferguson Sparkling Shiraz

Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, NZ
Barking Owl Sauvignon Blanc Semillon, Western Australia
Lemon-Grass Wasabi Marinade
Creamy, strongly flavoured marinade with coconut milk and wasabi, rounded off with cream and spices

Hundred Tree Hill Chardonnay 2009, Pyrenees Victoria
Barking Owl Chardonnay 2009. Perth Hill, Western Australia
Curry-Pineapple Cream with Coriander Marinade
Fruity, mild marinade with fresh pineapple, banana and apple, finished off with fresh coriander

Hundred Tree Hill Shiraz 2007, Pyrenees, Victoria
Barking Owl Shiraz Viognier 2009, Western Australia
Curcuma Mustard Marinade
Hot and fiery sauce – delve into the street cuisine of Asia

Trio of Single Bean Virgin Chocolate
Beloved Beans and Berry Spoons
July 2011 Cacao Vintage supplied by BLYSS

For booking
Tickets will cost EUR 45 per person (normal cost EUR 80). The ticket price is subsidised by the organising partners. The price includes an all-you-can-eat barbecue buffet, six wines, chocolate dessert, coffee and water. Please book by replying to info@mittonwines.com.

Club Vivanova members (free gift)
Club Vivanova members will receive a free special chocolate package from BLYSS at the event (retail value EUR 30).

Please note our events are open both to members and non-members of Club Vivanova so you do not have to join the club to attend.

Club Vivanova members may bring promotional materials to introduce their businesses.

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