Age like a fine wine with these end of summer and autumn celebrations …
“La Vie de Barton” pays homage to the finer things in life, inspired by the legacy of the Barton family, pioneers of fine wine and hospitality. It includes an overnight stay with breakfast, and a refined evening in the acclaimed Barton Restaurant, in addition to a wine cellar tour. @thekclubireland
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Don’t miss a special wine tasting with Simon Tyrell (winemaker and co-founder of Les Deux Cols), Matthew Tindal (owner of Tindal Wines) and Alessandro Orsi (the hotel’s wine sommelier) as part of their Midweek Departure summer stays. For autumn and winter, their Boyne Valley Tasting Dinner events in Signal Restaurant include a seven-course menu curated by head chef Gordon with wine pairings selected by Alessandro. @stationhh
On August 29, an interesting dining experience will showcase Irish winemaking alongside culinary excellence by head chef Jenny Flynn. Guests will enjoy a six-course menu paired with wines, pét-nats and ciders from Viking Irish Drinks, an organically-run vineyard owned by David Dennison. Viking’s vineyard in the sunny southeast grows varietals like Solaris, Seyval Blanc, Rondo and Regent, resulting in a diverse range of wines, pét-nats, liqueurs and naturally fermented ciders. The evening begins with canapés and drinks in Bar 1783 followed by dinner in the Roseville Rooms Restaurant. @faithlegghouse
Sunset over Lough Ree is the romantic setting for a special wine pairing dinner, part of Wineport Lodge’s Sip & Savour package. With a multi-course menu, dinner is described as a “lakeside ritual” composed by head chef Darren Walsh inspired by the surroundings, and complemented by excellent wines. Starting from €590 for two it includes an overnight stay, tasting menu for two and breakfast. @wineport_lodge
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Mount Juliet Estate, Co Kilkenny
One of the most memorable evenings I’ve had this year was at The Lady Helen Restaurant in the Manor House in Mount Juliet Estate – a marriage of heritage and haute cuisine. I advise you to book ahead for Cellar & Savour, an exclusive winemakers dinner in the Lady Helen Restaurant in October. This event is a collaboration between executive chef John Kelly and Anne Gremillet, whose terroir-driven cuvées will complement the eight-course tasting menu. It’s one of the highlights of the annual Savour Kilkenny Festival. @mountjulietestate
No. 1 Pery Square Hotel & Spa, Co Limerick
Located in Limerick’s swish Georgian Quarter, this boutique hotel is renowned for its focus on organic, biodynamic and natural wines. Currently on offer is a two-night Wine & Dine stay with breakfast, welcome drink and a €50 dining credit per person each night. @oneperysquare
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Ballyfin is hosting a wine dinner and stay in collaboration with Domaines Delon, Château Léoville Las Cases and Carrington Wines in November. This includes a chance to savour wine from one of the oldest Medoc estates, Domaine de Léoville, which has been managed by the same family since the late 19th century. Its wines are part of Carrington Wines portfolio, founded by Harshal Shah. The evening will commence with Champagne and canapés followed by a five-course tasting menu, each dish paired with a distinguished selection of wines. Highlights include Domaine Buisson Battault Meursault ‘Criots’ 2022, Nénin 2017 and 2010, Clos du Marquis 2009 and 2008, the iconic Léoville Las Cases 2008, concluding with the Quinta da Romaneira 10-Year-Old Tawny Port. Guests will also receive a personal invitation to visit the historic vineyards of Domaines Delon. @ballyfindemesne
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Ashford Castle offers an array of wine tasting experiences in The Castle’s wine cellars, originally used as the servants’ entrance and coal bunker dating back to the 17th century. I had one of these tasting experiences with head sommelier Paul Fogarty which was as educational as it was enjoyable. Packages start from €130 for a White Wines of Europe tasting, while red wine tastings start from €140 for the Bordeaux Varietals option. Also recommended is the Castle’s Blas Experience which includes wine tasting in the cellars followed by a private dining experience in Stanleys restaurant, with dishes made in front of guests by executive head chef Liam Finnegan and dessert made by Paula Stakelum. @ashfordcastle
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Oenophiles will know Gusbourne, the posh English sparkling wine producers who have partnered with The Montenotte, whose wines you can sample on the hotel’s magnificent Panorama Terrace (try the Bits & Delights menu). A highlight of the season is a seven-course fine dining experience during Cork on the Fork Food Festival curated by executive chef Martin Lovell, accompanied by a wine flight featuring Gusbourne’s Brut Reserve. @montenottehotel
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Ballymaloe House Hotel, Co Cork
In October, Ballymaloe House Hotel will host the next in their wine dinner series in collaboration with Tindal Wines. The evening will include wines selected by Simon Tyrell, paired with a five-course menu prepared by executive chef Dervilla O’Flynn. Simon is the co-founder of Les Deux Cols – an eight-hectare property situated in the hills above the village of Saint Gervais in the Côtes du Rhône region of France. Throughout the evening, Simon will share insights from his extensive experience and knowledge, including time spent at Domaine Stéphane Ogier and Château Terre Forte. @ballymaloe_house
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This gorgeous country house hotel is famed for its six-course tasting dinners which can be experienced on an overnight Tasting Dinner package, from £177stg per person. It’s exceptional value. The bonus is nine acres of garden and woodland to work off any extra calories! @ardtara_countryhouse
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