Please note: The prices in this catalogue have been adjusted to reflect the 5% GST rate that came into effect Jan. 1, 2008.
One of the
most comprehensive tastings of the 2005 Bordeaux and
your chance to buy many of them at Futures
prices!
“One thing I am sure of after twenty-eight
years of tasting Bordeaux wines every March is that 2005
can not be compared to any previous vintage in my
experience … Overall, 2005 is unquestionably a
remarkable as well as consistent
vintage.”
— Robert Parker Jr., Vintage
Profile, www.erobertparker.com
Vintages invites you to join members of the Union
des Grands Crus de Bordeaux for an outstanding
tasting of the phenomenal 2005
vintages!
Click here for the full list of wines to be tasted.
Tuesday, January 22,
2008
Four
Seasons Hotel
Regency
Ballroom, 2nd floor, Toronto
Tickets: $
173.52 Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
The 2005 Bordeaux are coming! And in droves! Showcasing
over 100 different wines from Bordeaux’s 2005 vintage, deemed
one of the best in a quarter of a century, Vintages
is thrilled to host one of the most comprehensive
tastings of a Bordeaux vintage.
Members of the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux, an
association of leading Bordeaux estates, are making the long
journey to Toronto in unprecedented numbers for this
blockbuster event. Featuring reds and whites from nearly 100
chateaux and 14 different appellations, you will be treated to
a tasting tour of the ‘who’s who’ of Bordeaux. There will be
wines from such prestigious châteaux as Léoville Barton,
Pontet Canet, Branaire Ducru, Haut Bailly and Smith Haut
Lafitte, to name but a handful. A tasting event on this scale
gives you an exceptional opportunity to discover, explore and
gain insight into a phenomenal Bordeaux vintage. Also, with
representatives from each and every château on hand to answer
your questions, you will enjoy unrivalled access to the people
behind the wines.
Most of the wines tasted
will be available for on-site purchase, many at Futures
prices! Here’s an extraordinary chance to
taste wines from the sensational 2005 vintage before you buy.
We look forward to seeing you there! Space is limited
so order your tickets today!
The Perfect Holiday Season
Gift
If there is a wine lover in your life then this is the
ideal holiday season gift. A special gift card enclosure is
available. Please specify this is a gift at the time of
ordering.
What is the Union des Grands Crus
de Bordeaux?
Established in 1973, the Union des Grands Crus de
Bordeaux is a 131-member organization of classified growths
and other châteaux from the Médoc, Graves and Pessac-Léognan,
Sauternes, Barsac, Saint-Émilion and Pomerol
appellations.
How to Order
To order tickets, call Vintages
Sales Centre from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, at
416-365-5767 or toll-free
at
1-800-266-4764.
All ticket sales are final. This event is
restricted to guests 19 years of age and older. Wines will be
served in measured portions and may run out. Vintages reserves the right
to limit quantities on any product in the interest of overall
customer demand. Dress is business attire. Please do not drink
and drive.
In order to optimize the tasting experience
for all participants, please refrain from wearing any cologne
or perfume.
Special Room Accommodations
The Four Seasons Hotel Toronto is
pleased to offer guests attending the UGC tasting event the
following special rates, available on January 21-23,
2008
Deluxe Room $255.00
CAD
Four Seasons Executive Suite $300.00
CAD
Deluxe Four Seasons Executive Suite
$400.00 CAD
Cut-off Date: December 21,
2007
The above rates are based on
single/double occupancy. Rates are subject to applicable taxes
& fees and guest rooms are subject to availability.
Reservations may be made by calling our Reservations
Department directly at 416-964-0411 or via email at reservations.tfs@fourseasons.com.
Please refer to this LCBO Event when making your reservation.
