> Barton & Guestier at Prowein - Germany

Barton & Guestier was present at ProWein 2016 in Germany that has broken all the records: 6.200 exhibitors from 59 countries and more than 55,000 trade visitors participated in one of the world’s most important sector meetings of the wine and spirits industry.

The new B&G booth was almost too small to host the many meetings and tastings of the newly launched wines Héritage, La Villa Barton Côtes de Provence Rosé and also Cuvée Spéciale Nature Sweet.

In addition B&G Cotes de Provence was available for tasting on the Provence Wine Council booth where it met huge success including during the Pink Party!

Thomas Barton Réserve Sauternes was poured during the education seminars at the Wineschool of the Bordeaux Wine Council and Château Magnol was on tasting at the Alliance Cru Bourgeois. Last but not least, World’s Best Sommelier Markus del Monego did a special press tasting session with B&G Passeport Chablis, Saint-Emilion and Château Magnol!

Prior to the Fair, Château Magnol was enjoyed by hundreds of attendants at the Falstaff Big Bottle Party with Alexandra Vnukovskaya and Winemaker Laurent Prada.

We are looking forward to seeing you at Prowein in 2017!

> Duty Free

> Nigeria: Lagos Airport

Excellent visibility for all B&G wines at the newly opened shop at Lagos Airport where customers received 2 glasses free of charge for the purchase of 2 bottles of the available B&G wines: Château Magnol, Les Charmes de Magnol Médoc, French Tom Bordeaux and Thomas Barton Réserve Médoc and Margaux.

> USA: Duty Free Show Orlando

Numerous meetings and tastings took place at the shared Barton & Guestier -Patriarche booth at the Duty Free Show in Orlando where Audrey Clos and Claire Bigot (pictured) met many customers from South-America and the Caribbean.

Duty Free customers from the region were welcomed by Marina Julien and Philippe Marion who presented the launching wines Heritage and La Villa Barton Côtes de Provence Rosé as well as the latest giftpacks.

> Germany: Training at World Duty Free

2 training sessions for the shop staff and management of World Duty Free, B&G’s Duty Free partner at Düsseldorf Airport, were conducted by Petra Frebault last March. Each session consisted of a B&G presentation, the tasting of the available wines of the B&G Passeport range and a Food & Wine pairing experience. The wines were very much appreciated with French cheese and sausage, and also with German cheese and spicy Curry Wurst which was a big surprise for some of the participants!

> China

Earlier this year, Barton & Guestier’s distributor BaiXiangChun announced its official sponsorship of the Chinese National Fencing team.

The sponsorship created great visibility at B&G’s boot at the Chengdu Wine Fair held in March this year.

7 tastings in different cities in mainland China will be kicked off from May to September, with National Fencing team members attended to communicate fencing cultures of liberty, brave and elegance.

BaiXiangChun is planning to offer a 6-Ltr Barton & Guestier Passeport Margaux in a dedicated wooden gift box to outstanding clients as well as opportunities to cheer up Chinese National Fencing team in Rio de Janeiro in August!

Barton & Guestier wishes the team good luck at the upcoming Olympics!

> Japan

Excellent launch of Original B&G, organic IGP Varietal wines, in Tokyo, especially in the Côte d’Azur - Karaoke Chain counting 180 stores and at the Globridge restaurant chain.

The trend for organic wines is up in Japan and consumers are pleased to enjoy the aromatic Original B&G Sauvignon Blanc (IGP Val de Loire) with makis, sushis and sashimis, where the fruity Original B&G Merlot (IGP Pays d’Oc) presents a nice pairing with yakitori and other delicious Japanese food.

> Kazakhstan

B&G NectaRose Sparkling wine was in the spotlight in Nicolas shop window in Ramstore Mall for all special occasions like New Year, Valentine’s Day and International Women’s Day.
This nature nature sweet Sparkling Rosé made of 100% Muscat grape is the ideal wine for celebrations.
B&G NectaRose and B&G Premium Sparkling Chardonnay and Rosé also got great visibility at gondola ends at the premium Galmart supermarket.

A special wooden display was developed for the Thomas Barton Réserve range that was featured in one of the most premium outlets of Nicolas - Vila boutique.

Kazakhstan Commerce and Barton & Guestier wines were also partners and sponsors of the first International Exhibition "Regard de France - Art de vivre à la française" organised with the help of the French consulate and offering French brands and Kazakh companies to connect and to exchange on culture and patrimony. All the participants received informational leaflets on B&G wines.
The gastronomic dinner held on this occasion in the Intercontinental Hotel was accompanied by B&G Chardonnay Sparkling, B&G Reserve Pinot Noir & Sauvignon Blanc. Branded B&G business card were lying on the table in front of each guest.

> Netherlands

The Allerhande Food Festival organized by Holland’s first supermarket chain Albert Heijn was the ideal occasion to launch 3 wines of The Pairing Collection. Eating and drinking are central during these 3-day event that welcomes 40,000 visitors! Chops & Burgers, Salmon & Trout and Cheese & Crackers met great success. For this last wine Dutch Master Chef Bart van Berkel prepared some very nice cheese-dates that were most appreciated!

> Poland

Chefs introductions were key during the launch of The Pairing Collection in Auchan supermarkets in Warshaw, Piaseczno,Krakow and Poczesna. Distinguished Chef promoters explained everything about making Food and Wine pairing easy and special displays as well as attractive promotions made the experience even richer for the customers of the famous French supermarket.

> Tanzania

Celebration time for Barton & Guestier wines! The release of Beaujolais Nouveau wines was the occasion for a tremendous party featuring a large variety of Barton & Guestier wines available in Tanzania. The winners of the quiz launched on this occasion received a Double Magnum of Château Magnol. The Double Tree by Hilton was the perfect place to host the prestigious event that welcomed over 600 people. A big thank you to the entire Red‘n White team for the great set up.

> USA

> NEW YORK

BAR BOULUD HOSTING A GOLDMINE OF PLANET BORDEAUX WINES

Les Charmes de Magnol Blanc and B&G Passeport Bordeaux by Laurent Prada were part of the wines on tasting in the wonderful ambiance of Bar Boulud. The tasting was followed by a dinner hosting journalists, suppliers, retail buyers and Planet Bordeaux representatives ensuring a lively and diverse exchange of ideas.
The original menu proposed 2 wines matching each course and the afterdinner party consisted of a blind tasting flight of 5 wines to illustrate the differences in flavor profile of various appellations. The event was a success and a wonderful networking opportunity on various levels.

LATEST NEWS:

B&G BORDEAUX by LAURENT PRADA has been selected by Bar Boulud’s Chef Sommelier Michael Madrigale to participate in the Press Program directed by Planet Bordeaux in the USA!

> MIAMI

LA NUIT EN ROSE SUN SET PARTY

The famous Rosé Lifestyle event that started in New York in June 2014 is now also celebrated in Miami and Los Angeles. Barton & Guestier Côtes de Provence Rosé and Rosé d’Anjou are part of the stars of the celebration.
The Miami edition took place from March 4 to 6 at the very famous and modern hotel, the Mondrian South Beach. The event was covered by local and national media including Wine Enthusiast magazine and Miami New Times who chose Jose Cortes, B&G-Patriarche Sales Manager Florida to cover the event!
www.miaminewtimes.com/slideshow/la-nuit-en-ros-sunset-party-at-mondrian-south-beach-8301279/27

In Los Angeles La Nuit en Rosé will take place from May 13 to 15 in the Skybar at Mondrian.

> MIAMI

Barton & Guestier was the exclusive Wine sponsor during the Miami International Film Festival that took place from March 4 to 13. The festival’s full schedule, included the presentation of 129 films from 40 countries, fabulous parties and some very special guests.

Countless actors, filmmakers, artists, industry leaders and party-goers complimented on the beautiful wine selection that included La Villa Barton Côtes de Provence Rosé.

B&G wines were present during parties, lunches and dinners, eg the HBO filmmaker lunch at Nautilus South Beach.

> JACKSONVILLE

A great food & wine pairing experience for the 60 fine-diners at JJ’s restaurant in Jacksonville where B&G’s Florence Hunckler commented the pairings with B&G wines:Fried Oysters with Charmes de Magnol White, Seared tuna with Thomas Barton Graves White, Mushroom stuffed quail with Château Magnol and much more.

> Vietnam

The French General Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City was the perfect place to host the "Goût de France" (Taste of France) dinner, a "French Cuisine" celebration that takes place in various locations worldwide (1500 dinners, 1000 menus, 1000 Chefs).

2-star Michelin Chef Thierry Drapeau prepared a magnifique 4-course menu and selected two B&G wines to accompany the delicious food: B&G Vouvray Passeport for the starter, a cream of red kuri squash, egg yolk confit and parmesan cheese emulsion, and Thomas Barton Réserve Margaux for the chocolate dessert.

The 150 people that attended the dinner included Mr. Claude Bartelone (Président of l’Assemblée Nationale Française) and other French political figures in Vietnam, including Mr.Emmanuel Ly-Batallan.


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