Stock Exchange Hotel is hosting Spain’s most iconic winery, Vega Sicilia on the 26th September for 1° Wine Dinner Featuring Vega Sicilia a Legacy, a special evening of extraordinary wine and food in the beautiful surroundings of tender’s unique private dining space, The Bank.
Created by tender restaurant’s Head Sommelier Rafael Santo and tender’s Executive Chef Niall Keaitng, 1° Wine Dinner will offer 12 lucky guests a unique chance to experience some incredible wines from Vega Sicilia. Guests will be treated to eight distinguished wines from Spain and Hungary across six courses, with a specially curated menu of dishes expertly crafted by Niall Keating to offer the ideal pairing.
Featured Spanish wines include the young and intense 2018 Pintia Tempos Vega Sicilia, Vega Sicilia’s flagship 2014 Unico, 2018 Macán Bodegas Benjamin & Rothschild and 2020 Alión Tempos Vega Sicilia. From Hungary’s vineyards comes the 2016 Tokaji Aszú 3 Puttonyos Oremus, 2022 Mandolás Dry Furmint Oremus and the 2022 Tokaji Late Harvest Oremus, noted for its floral tones mixed with mellow and citric hints.
With each course, guests will also be treated to exquisite dishes carefully prepared by Michelin-starred chef Niall Kaeting to pair with each, including salted-age Lake District tomahawk steak, chorizo risotto, and wild mushroom tartlets with thyme and gruyère.
The evening will take place in Stock Exchange Hotel’s private dining room The Bank, offering a truly unique and intimate space for a dining experience like no other. Originally from Portugal, Head Sommelier Rafael Santo has worked across Manchester’s restaurant scene since 2017, with a special interest and expertise in the traditions and wine of his home region, the Douro Valley. He will guide guests through the evening, sharing the story behind each wine, its history, unique qualities, and how it is produced. Niall Keating will also be sharing his culinary expertise throughout the evening, offering guests an exceptional, personalised night of distinguished wines, remarkable food and engaging storytelling.
The collaboration with Vega Sicilia marks the first event in a special wine dinner series which will be hosted by Stock Exchange Hotel, bringing the flavours and wine of Europe’s finest vineyards to the heart of Manchester. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur, eager to deepen your knowledge, or simply seeking a special night out, 1° Wine Dinner offers the perfect escape from the ordinary.
Rafaeal Santo, Head Sommelier at Stock Exchange Hotel said:
“I’m delighted to be hosting Stock Exchange Hotel’s first ever 1º Wine Dinner, and to show guests all the incredible, authentic flavours that Vega Sicilia has to offer. This dinner is a unique opportunity for guests to connect with each other, and join together for an unforgettable experience. I look forward to sharing my expertise with the guests and telling the story behind every wine featured on the menu for a truly special evening.”
1º Wine Dinner featuring Vega Sicilia a Legacy will take place on the 26th September from 6:30pm. Tickets are available here, with prices starting at £280.
