An Evening with Taittinger
An Evening With Taittinger, Tasting Five Vintages
Prepare yourself for a magical evening on Thursday 10th October with our special guest, Kevin Mcnee, the UK Director of Taittinger Enjoy a stunning 4-course dinner crafted by Lisa Goodwin-Allen along with a perfect champagne pairing served with each course as Kevin guides you through a journey of discovery to learn the fascinating history of the Taittinger family whilst enjoying the flavours and aromas of the iconic cuvees.
The Taittinger family has managed the Champagne House for nearly a century. Its aim has always been the pursuit of excellence. “Having our family name on a bottle places demands and responsibilities on every minute. The name on the bottle conveys both the skills and knowledge of the past and a commitment to the future”. Pierre Emmanuel Taittinger has embodied this commitment for 40 years, and today he shares it with his son, Clovis and his daughter, Vitalie who both work beside him in the day-to-day running of the Champagne House. Together, they create a very close-knit and complementary family trio. A champagne house’s style lies at the soul of its wines, taking its energy from its roots, its creativity and a legacy of knowledge. This underpins the strength and special composition of Taittinger champagnes.
When:
Thursday 10th October, 2024
Time:
7pm for 7.30pm
Location:
The Louis Roederer Room at Northcote
Price:
£200.00 per person
Includes arrival Champagne Reception and Snacks, Four-Course Menu and Champagne Matching Flight which you will be guided through by Taittenger’s UK Director Kevin McKee, Tea, Coffe and Chocolates, and Mineral Water.
About Kevin McKee
Graduated in 1984 with an Honours degree in Biochemistry, Physiology and Microbiology but instead chose a career in Drinks working with Grolsch, Highland Distillers, Bass Brewers, Jim Beam Brands and Seagrams before joining Champagne Ruinart in 2001.
While with Ruinart the love of all things Champagne was born and spent 4 years developing the brand outside London working with top luxury hotels and restaurants across the south of England including many iconic establishments. Moved to the parent company, Moët Hennessy, in 2006.
Within Moët Hennessy managed the full Champagne portfolio including Krug, Dom Perignon, Ruinart, Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon and Mercier across a wide range & style of business. Stayed for a further 7 years ending as a Senior National Account Manager.
Moved to Champagne Taittinger in January 2014 and commenced a new and exciting role within the UK & Eire as the “Taittinger Family UK Director”.
This new role is to act on behalf of Vitalie & Clovis Taittinger as their representative & voice in the most important export market. Specifically, consulting with all sectors of the wine industry to help both trade and consumers fully connect with the brand, develop new opportunities for this prestigious house and ensure as many Champagne lovers as possible are acquainted with the Taittinger philosophy of quality & excellence backed up by the family’s signature.
Kevin lives with Sharon in Leigh, Surrey with their two daughters Madeline & Niamh. Passionate about the written word and visual storytelling whether it be film or comic, the big outdoors and of course Champagne!
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Online booking closes 24 hours before the event. Please call 01254 240555 for late availability.
Please note seating may be at shared tables of up to 12 guests.