Castello di Solomeo Welcomes La Paulée

Castello di Solomeo Welcomes La Paulée brought together iconic wine estates, distinguished guests and collectors in a celebration of wine, gastronomy and Brunello's approach to humanism. The event marked a unique collaboration between the timeless traditions of Burgundy and the spirit of Solomeo.
Castello di Solomeo Welcomes La Paulée

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Highlights of the programme:

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Daniel Johnnes (right) and Brunello Cucinelli (middle) introduce the programme and present Michel Troisgros (left) as the guest chef of La Paulée in Solomeo.

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A vertical tasting of Castello di Solomeo, featuring the 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 vintages, was led by Michele Baiocco (enologist), Pietro Grelloni (winemaker) and Riccardo Cotarella (consultant winemaker) on the first night.

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From left to right: Cristian Rimoldi (Champagne Salon and Champagne Delamotte), Olivier Krug (Champagne Krug), Guillaume d'Angerville (Domaine Marquis d'Angerville), Saskia de Rothschild (Château Lafite Rothschild and Château L'Évangile), Brunello Cucinelli, Pierre-Henry Gagey (Maison Louis Jadot), Daniel Johnnes (La Paulée) and Jacky Rigaux (University of Burgundy) at the winery at Castello di Solomeo.

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View over the vineyards from the winery at Castello di Solomeo, inspired by a Renaissance garden.

Lafite Rotschild La Paulee tasting

Sir John Hegarty tasting the 2022 vintages of Château Lafite-Rothschild, Château Duhart-Milon and Château L’Évangile.

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Brunello Cucinelli's CEOs, Riccardo Stefanelli (left) and Luca Lisandroni (right), at the tasting in the hamlet of Solomeo.

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Guests are gathering at the Cucinelli Theatre in Solomeo, waiting for the conference to begin.

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Olivier Krug, sharing how Champagne Krug embodies quality, innovation and a deep respect for tradition, while staying true to its enduring family values.

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Brunello Cucinelli (left) with Michelin-starred chef Michel Troisgros (right), who traveled from Roanne to Solomeo with his esteemed kitchen team led by César Troisgros.

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The remarkable lineup for the final dinner (from left to right):

  • 2010 Chevalier-Montrachet, Grand Cru, Les Demoiselles, Maison Louis Jadot (from jéroboam)

  • 1986 Château Cheval Blanc

  • 2017 Volnay, Premier Cru, Clos des Ducs Monopole, Domaine Marquis d’Angerville

  • 1988 Château Lafite Rothschild (from double magnum)

  • 2018 Castello di Solomeo (from magnum)

  • Champagne Krug Rosé 21ème Edition (from magnum)

  • 1988 Château d’Yquem

  • 2013 Champagne Salon

  • Champagne Delamotte Brut (from jéroboam)

All images by Enrico Galletti (Brunello Cucinelli).

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