WINEMAKER DINNER: Château de Montfrin

7pm for 7.30pm start, Thursday 5 June, 2025

Château de Montfrin is a fascinating estate with a foot in several appellations. Nestled between Nîmes and Avignon, the historic château is owned by actor and film producer Jean-René de Fleurieu, who farms organically, producing both olives and grapes. His wines span Côtes-du-Rhône, Costières de Nîmes, and the lesser-known Côteaux du Pont du Gard – an IGP that straddles the Rhône, Languedoc, and Provence, covering red, white, and rosé wines.

We’re delighted to have Jean-René’s daughter, Aurore Claret de Fleurieu, come and visit the Union to host a wine dinner with us soon – a wonderful chance to taste and learn more about these distinctive wines firsthand!

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On each table: Moulin des Ombres EEVO in a small bowl for tasting

 Aperitif – Anchovy and Black Olive Pissaladière

Wine:  Montfrin la Tour Blanc, Château de Montfrin, Côteaux du Pont de Gard
&
Montfrin la Tour Rosé, Château de Montfrin, Côteaux du Pont de Gard

 1st Course – Brandade de Nimes with homemade Union bread

Wine: N.V. Château de Montfrin ‘Un coup de des jamais n’abolira le hasard’ Blanc, Vin de France
&
2023 Château de Montfrin ‘A la Reverie’ Blanc, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône Valley

 Main Course – Roasted Herb Rump of Lamb & Ratatouille

Wine: 2022 Château de Montfrin Rouge, Costières de Nîmes
&
2020 Château de Montfrin ‘A la douceur d’aller’, Côtes du Rhône Rouge Villages, Rhône Valley

 Dessert: Apricot Tart with cream

Wine: TBC

Tickets are £100 for three courses and all accompanying wine pairings. Arrive from 7pm for a start at 7.30pm sharp.

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