Dear Members,

“Who can fail to be entranced? Here is a wine which can sing like a nightingale, shine forth like a sapphire, intrigue like the most complex of chess problems and seduce like the first kiss of someone you are just about to fall in love with. Moreover, great Burgundy can inspire like a great orator, satisfy like the most subtle of three-star meals, and leave you at peace at the end like the slow movement of a Mozart piano concerto. At its best the wine is complex but not puzzling, profound but not didactic, perfect but not intimidating, and magnificent but never anything less than friendly.” Clive Coates MW

For the month of October 2015, we are pleased to be rediscovering top names and hidden jewels of the Puligny-Montrachet and the classic Cote de Nuits Appellations. This will include amongst others, Le Montrachet and Chambertin Grand Cru wines and a Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru from the renowned Domaine Georges Roumier.

We are fortunate to have Guy Butterwick, founder and owner of Claret-e in London, share his in-depth and intimate knowledge of the burgundy wines and the people making the wines with us. Guy who has been in the wine business for over 25 years, started his career as a buyer for large houses such as Majestic Wines and Morgan Classic Wines where he developed his wealth of knowledge of Bordeaux and Burgundy wines. He founded Claret-e 15 years ago and has built a reputation for offering the best wines from the classic regions of France at the best possible prices. His cousin, Toby Butterwick, runs the Singapore operations.

These magnificent wines will be paired with the traditional French cuisine of Chef Nicolas Joanny. Originally from south of France, Nicolas graduated from the renowned Culinary Institute in Burgundy, Chateau Chinon and started his career in a 2-Michelin Star restaurant, "La Barbacane Restaurant", in the southwest of France. He subsequently moved and worked in top-notched restaurants such as La Cusine Des Anges (2-Michelin Star) in Belgium, Taillevent (3-Michelin Star) and Le Vivarois (2-Michelin Star) in Paris and The Palazzo Sasso (2 Michelin Star) in Southern Italy. He was also one of the private chefs of the ex-French Prime Minister, Mr Alain Juppe. Nicolas’s style of cuisine is traditionally French with great usage of products from the Provence. No Cream, just natural jus and emulsion. He understands and respects the natural flavors of each ingredient that he uses to create his outstanding menu.

We are grateful to Guy and Toby Butterwick of Claret-e for making this event possible.

Members will have priority over guests during the first 48 hours after the sending out of this Bulletin. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

The Society proudly presents

An Evening to Rediscover the Treasures of Burgundy

Date: 3 October 2015 (Saturday)

Venue: Nicolas Le Restaurant

10 Teck Lim Road

Singapore 088386

Parking: Limited street parking; Valet parking available; Nearest parking
structure is at Craig Place

Time: Aperitif – 7.30pm; Dinner – 8pm

Price: S$180 (members); S$220 (guests)

Dress Code: Smart Casual

Limited to 38 Pax

Menu

Joseph Perrier Brut Vintage 2004
Canapes

 

Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatieres' Domaine Jean Louis Chavy 2012
Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Perrieres' Domaine Pernot Belicard 2012
Roasted Langoustine Butternut Cream, Fromage Frais Crispy Feuille De Brick

 

Le Montrachet Domaine Guy Amiot 2010
Hokkaido Scallop
Tortelini, Lomo Iberico
Asarii Clams Bouillon Infused with Iranian Saffron

 

Nuits St Georges 1er Cru 'Aux Boudots' Domaine Jean Grivot 2008
Traditional Raviole Du Royan
Mushroom Bouillon

 

Vosne Romanee 1er Cru 'Les Beaux Monts' Domaine Michel Noellat 2012
Jerusalem Artichoke Soup
Grilled Iberico Pork Shoulder

 

Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru 'Les Cras' Domaine Georges Roumier 2005
Brittany Pigeon
Spelt Risotto

 

Chambertin Grand Cru Domaine Tortochot 2013
Tasmanian Pastures Rack of Lamb
Ras El Hanout Flavor

36 Month Aged Comte
Eggplant Marmelade