Sommelier is a profession admired by many. Sampling exquisite wines in the world’s most jaw-dropping locations is something many wine lovers would jump at the opportunity to experience, if just for a day. Few other sommeliers better define this enviable role than François Rautenbach, whose goal at Singita Ebony Lodge is to make every wine […]

Sommelier Paolo Vaninetti oversees the wines served at The Verandah Restaurant, the Grill Room and even the bottle of champagne opened with great flair at the Canova Bar. It doesn’t matter, the sommelier at Villa d’Este knows his wines.  Sommelier Paolo was kind enough to share some of his personal experiences and background.   Q  […]

When the original Georges Vhotel was built in 1928, builders utilized stone from the old quarry  used to build the Arc de Triomphe.  Located 46′ below the ground of Le Cinq Restaurant, the wine cellar is a sight to be seen! Monsieur Eric Beaumard, restaurant director of the Georges V, oversaw the spectacular creation of the […]