Chateau de La Marquetterie

Always a high point on the ‘Run, crews found themselves guests of Champagne Taittinger and ensconced in its cellars. After tasting Brut and Brut Rosé they found that their evening had been planned by Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger himself and that he would be joining them for the evening at the family Chateau.

In the dark the stunning vista of Chateau de La Marquetterie can never be forgotten. Dining in the wine pressing room a five course Michelin starred menu was laid out accompanied by six different Taittinger wines. The wines covered a selection of Champagnes including Comtes de Champagne 2012 and the stunning red Pinot Noir from Carneros in Napa. Pierre-Emmanuel entertained with stories of champagne and it was very happy crews that left for Reims to the wrap party to end the week.