Embodying Sofitel’s role as the global ambassador of French style and art-de-vivre, Sofitel Wine Days is an annual program which sees Sofitel hotels around the world pay tribute to wine and French culinary heritage. The festivities take place during the traditional wine harvest period in France and offer guests an authentic opportunity to ‘Live The French Way’ through a variety of extraordinary wine experiences such as tastings, wine pairings and more. This year will be the program’s 9th edition, demonstrating to guests Sofitel’s commitment to wine through a variety of offerings that encourage them to make daring new discoveries, expand their knowledge and learn more about which wines suit them best, thanks to the brand's wine experts and sommeliers.
Sofitel destinations throughout the U.S. and Mexico will showcase local wine and culinary culture, taking guests on a journey to discover new and unknown varieties as well as flavors that awaken their palates through unique experiences.
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, located in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast Historic District, will offer a multitude of ways for guests to enjoy Sofitel Wine Days in the Windy City, both on site and from home. The Veuve Clicquot Brunch for Two includes eggs, croissants, fruit and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne. Standard brunch is priced at $100 and available for dine-in or takeaway. Also ask about upgrading your bubbly brunch with 2008 Vintage Brut or Rosé or 2008 La Grande Dame Vintage Tete de Cuvée. Sofitel Chicago will also offer Charcuterie Pairing Packages. Perfect for a light snack or an afternoon of fun, these packages include your choice of carefully curated charcuterie – prosciutto, bresaola and dried chorizo – paired with 2017 Domaine les Fines-Graves Beaujolais-Villages, Burgundy, France. Select one charcuterie and a glass of wine for $20 per person (dine-in only) or enjoy the full charcuterie board and bottle of wine for $55 (dine-in or takeaway). Then satisfy your sweet tooth with the hotel’s French Macarons Pairing Packages. Enjoy a selection of four macarons and a two-ounce pour of either 2008 Tobin James “Liquid Love” Late Harvest Zinfandel, Paso Robles, California or 2014 Chateau Roumieu Sauternes, Bordeaux, France for $20 per person (dine-in only). For a true French delight, opt for a selection of 16 macarons and a full bottle for $80 (dine-in or takeaway). Orders can be placed by calling 312-324-4000.
Sofitel Washington, D.C., Lafayette Square partnered with Château La Mothe du Barry winery in Moulon, France to create très magnifique French Wine Picnic Baskets, available now until October 31, 2020. Executive Chef Kevin Lalli has paired the distinguished wines with delightful cheese and charcuterie selections. French Wine Picnic Baskets for two are available on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am until 8pm, and include half bottles of Château La Mothe du Barry's Entre-Deux-Mers and Bordeaux Supérieur, as well as a selection of cheese and charcuterie, crackers, honey, dried apricots and Marcona almonds. Baskets are $79. To order a French Wine Picnic Basket, call 202-730-8701 or order online via Grubhub.
Balta restaurant at Sofitel Mexico City Reforma will offer wine-by-the-glass and food pairings highlighting the iconic French regions of Bourgogne and Alsace in celebration of Sofitel Wine Days. Imagine a subtle and earthy pinot noir from Bourgogne or a sweet and fruity Riesling from Alsace paired with exquisite French cuisine featuring locally sourced seasonal mushrooms – the same varieties found in France. Guests can enjoy the Bourgogne wine pairing October 5 - October 18, 2020 and the Alsace wine pairing October 19 - October 31, 2020 at the hotel's signature restaurant. Reservations can be made by calling +52 55 8660 0500 or emailing H9615@sofitel.com.
"Sofitel Wine Days allows our hotels to share their “savoir-faire” with a truly local essence, while ensuring guests feel that unique sense of joie de vivre that has become such a well-known signature of the brand,” said Joao Rocco, Vice President, Luxury Brand Management, Sofitel Brands. "This celebration is a wonderful way for our brand to offer guests meaningful experiences at a time when they’re desired the most and to benefit from our over 50 years of wine expertise. Our master sommeliers, extraordinary wine library and the exceptional wines served across all Sofitel properties means no matter the destination, an authentic interpretation of Sofitel’s French art-de-vivre can be experienced."
Sofitel Wine Days events across the globe have the privilege of celebrating the culture of wines and its link to the French art-de-vivre, hosting events that will delight amateurs and aficionados alike as they discover the secrets of wine.
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ABOUT SOFITEL Sofitel Hotels & Resorts is an ambassador of modern French style, culture and art-de-vivre around the world. Established in 1964, Sofitel is the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France with almost 120 chic and remarkable hotels in the world’s most sought after destinations. Sofitel exudes a refined and understated sense of modern luxury, always blending a touch of French decadence with the very best of the locale. The Sofitel collection includes such notable hotels as Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg, Sofitel London St James, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost, Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Ipanema, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour and Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. Sofitel is part of Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group offering unique experiences in 5,000 hotels and residences across 110 countries.