On Saturday, November 18, Fairmont Empress, renowned for its timeless elegance and exquisite culinary and wine collection, is unlocking the door to its cellar for the first time for an exclusive dining experience.
The hotel is debuting ‘A Royal Vinous Affair,’ a one-night-only event filled with incredible cuisine expertly paired with prestigious vintages from celebrated wine regions around the globe.
Led under the guidance of the hotel’s resident wine expert, Certified Sommelier Maeve Fogarty and Chef de Cuisine Tyler Paquette, the exclusive cellar collection dinner will feature an extraordinary lineup of wines from renowned estates, including Dom Perignon 2004, Chateau d’Yquem 1997, Chateau Latour le Grand Vin 1996, Chateau Palmer 1983, Heitz Cellars Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2005, and Gaja Barbaresco 1999.
Each pour will be accompanied by a carefully crafted seven-course dinner, designed to complement the flavour profiles and nuances of each wine.
The menu will include lobster, caviar, Hokkaido scallops, and A5 Waygu.
To further enhance the experience, the dinner will be set in the hotel’s iconic Lobby Lounge, which opened in 1908.
As the hotel celebrates its 115th anniversary, it is only fitting to taste wines from prominent wine houses that have also stood for over a century.
Throughout the evening, guests will be transported through time as they learn about the heritage, craftsmanship, and tales behind each vintage.
The hotel’s sommelier, Maeve Fogarty, will guide participants through the menu and delve into the history of each bottle.
With only 22 seats available, this intimate dining experience will begin at 7:00 p.m. and is priced at $1200 per person, excluding taxes and gratuities.
Reservations are required and can be made online.
Ticket holders who would like to book an overnight stay can contact reservations by calling 250-384-8111 for a special event rate.