Bangkok--10 Jul--Millennium Hilton Bangkok
The Millennium Hilton Bangkok, a luxury landmark on the banks of the Chao Praya river beckons you across the water to embark on a journey through the world’s finest vineyards by way of the city’s finest dining. It’s your choice to drift leisurely across the river on our private boat or zip over the newest addition to the skytrain route — we’re waiting to bring you the best, however you reach us.
This July, the Millennium Hilton Bangkok is proud to welcome Dr. Rowald Hepp, company Director of Schloss Vollrads, winners of two medals at the 2009 Berlin Wine Trophy, for a celebration of fine vintages hitherto unseen in the City of Angels. Born and raised in Erlenbach, wine is not only Dr. Hepp’s passion, it is in his blood. From an early age he was involved in the development and nuture of his family’s vineyards, eventually choosing Oneology as a profession and taking postgraduate study in the field at the prestigious University of Geissen. A man who became a director of a vineyard at only 28 has an obvious natural flair for his work and a now, a lifetime of experience.
Pairing fine food and fine wine is like a marriage — you need to find a perfect match. Dr. Hepp’s years of experience will create a menu that will inspire your senses — expertly combining flavours, colours and aromas for enchanting blends that will delight the connoisseur. To experience the art of pairing, the millennium Hilton and Dr. Hepp bring you three exclusive events — so the choice is yours…
On July 19th, for one night only, join Dr. Hepp at for the Prime Wine Dinner held at our award-winning grill restaurant. Join us for a welcome cocktail and then filter into our signature wine room as our master chef Lorenzo Rosso serves up a delectable eight course meal paired with Schloss Vollrads Edition 2007 and Schloss Vollrads Pinot Noir Selection 2007, to name but a few. (THB 4,500++ per person, from 6.30pm).
On July 20th, join us for the Wine Dinner at Yuan, a venue that brings you the best in traditional and innovative Chinese cuisine. You’ll be welcomed with a refreshing cocktail to a light, airy venue with dramatic floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking the Chao Praya river, glowing gold in the evening sun. Yuan is the perfect location to discover how the finest seafood can be enhanced by crisp wines that resound on the palate. Yuan’s manager, Khun Udorn and his team will be on hand to serve you from a menu that promises Baked Tiger Prawns with Salt and Chilli, Cantonese style Steamed Garoupa and Deep-fried Eel, to name but a few. Dr. Hepp will be on hand to guide you through tasting and artfully pairing his selection of wines. (THB 3,500++ per person, from 6.30pm).
For those with a sweeter tooth, Dr. Hepp present The Art of Dessert and Wine at FLOW on July 19th, combining apple desserts with the fruity notes of Schloss Vollrads finest dessert wines. Our Executive Pastry Chef Urs will conjure up Granny Smith Carpaccio, Fuji apple and walnut compote, Floating island on white chocolate emulsion, Frangipani & Gala Apple pie and Cinnamon Apple Cheesecake Souffl้ — while Dr. Hepp explains the delicate tasting notes and intricate flavours. The rich flavour of Schloss Vollrads Beerenauslese and the chill of Eiswein are never better experienced than with a fine array of mouthwatering desserts — the perfect balance between sweet and sharp. (THB 1,500++, from 4pm)
Join us this July — the team at the Millennium Hilton Bangkok is proud to bring you yet another first in the industry — the intricate art of pairing food and wine.
For further information and reservations, telephone 0-2442-2000