Winemaker’s Dinner with Gusbourne (UK)
English wine can seemingly do no wrong right now. Wine producers from the UK have exploded in popularity in recent times and so it is with great anticipation we can announce that our very first Winemaker’s Dinner at Tollbua, will be with none other than Gusbourne!
Friday 5th April, 7pm
2395,- per person
*fully booked!*
Friday 5th April
We invite you to join Gusbourne’s Head of Wine Operations, Alastair Benham, for a special five-course meal in Chef Davidsen’s test kitchen. We will be serving a unique menu, celebrating the best of Trøndelag on the plate, paired with the best of Kent in the glass.
Friday 5th April 2024, 7pm
Oysters
Gusbourne Blanc de Blancs 2018
Langoustine
Gusbourne Rosé 2018
Scallop
Gusbourne Blanc de Noir 2018
Halibut
Gusbourne Brut Reserve late disgorge 2013
Veal
Gusbourne Pinot Meunier
Tropical fruit, beignet and chantilly
Gusbourne Chardonnay Ice Wine
Gusbourne’s vineyards, with 60 hectares, is only a short way outside London. Their selection of sparkling wines is critically acclaimed and sought after, particularly the Blanc de Blancs, with complex notes of citrus fruit, green apple and nectarine with hints of toasted brioche and hazelnut. It is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes, which are handpicked and pressed in whole bunches where the juice is allowed to rest naturally for up to 36 hours before the fermentation process begins.
On Friday 5th April, we will kick off proceedings with the BdB, served with oysters and dash of excitement for the evening to follow.
Alistair (known as ‘AJ’) has a great passion for wine, which was sparked during a year abroad in New South Wales, Australia, while studying for his Politics degree. His head was turned by the idea of crafting something from the land – “a true artisan job”. His wine production qualifications followed, taking him through wineries in New Zealand and USA before returning to the UK and Gusbourne in 2018.
When he is not overseeing secondary wine production; you will find AJ looking after large-scale trials, lees-ageing tasting and blending. At harvest, you’ll find him in the winery working alongside Head Winemaker Mary Bridges assisting with blending and bottling.
Join Tollbua and AJ for an exceptional evening, looking back over the stratospheric rise of English wines, and looking forward to a wonderful winemaker’s dinner.
Limited places available, 2395,- per person including aperitif, menu and wine. Event starts at 7pm (doors open from 4pm).
*Event is now fully booked*
