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Dear Food & Wine Enthusiast, On behalf of Relais & Châteaux President Philippe Gombert, myself and our wonderful team at Mirabel, we are delighted to welcome you to the first annual Relais & Châteaux GourmetFest in Carmel-by-the-Sea. As many of you know, 2014 is the sixtieth anniversary for Relais & Châteaux, and what a better way to kick off this celebration than the GourmetFest commemorating this wonderful occasion.

We have gathered together an amazing group of passionate and talented Relais & Châteaux chefs traveling to Carmel-by-the-Sea to cook just for you, using artisanal products harvested by our local farmers. In harmony with the many beautiful dishes that you will enjoy this year are magical wines, champagnes and spirits from France, Italy, Germany, Spain, New Zealand and California, including some wonderful local wines from Monterey County. We are blessed to have an incredible group of partners including Lufthansa First Class, who flew our chefs, winemakers and wines in from Europe to San Francisco in the style and luxury that only Lufthansa knows how to deliver. You will be one of the first to glimpse the stunning new 2015 Mercedes Benz S Class thanks to Mercedes Benz and taste a wide array of the finest champagnes, wines and spirits from the Moët Hennessy portfolio. Please don’t forget about our online charity that benefits three remarkable organizations. Relais & Châteaux hotels and restaurants worldwide have generously given fabulous stays and meals. Once again, my team and I are thrilled to welcome you and wish you a wonderful weekend.

Bon appétit!

David Fink Western US & Mexico Delegate, Relais & Châteaux Board of Directors Founder / CEO, Mirabel Hotel & Restaurant Group

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Jason Franey, Canlis

Gaetano Trovato, ArnolfoJustin Cogley, Aubergine

Thursday, March 27, 2014 | 6 - 9 pm | Sunset Center Luxury Tent

An exciting evening of Relais & Châteaux Grands Chefs in action. Each Grand Chef station is paired with a farmer and prestigious wine estates from Europe and America.

The Welcome Party is Sponsored by

Featured Grands Chefs:William Bradley, AddisonJustin Cogley, AubergineJason Franey, CanlisJohann Lafer, StromburgPatrick O’Connell, The Inn at Little WashingtonJoachim Splichal, PatinaGaetano Trovato, Arnolfo Michael White, Altamarea Group

Featured Pastry Chefs:Ron Mendoza, AubergineDerek Poirier, Valrhona

Featured Wineries & ParticipantsBlack River CaviarCalera Wine Casa DragonesCerettoChampagne KrugChappelletChâteau Branaire-DucruChâteau Canon La GaffelièreChâteau Cheval Blanc Château Guiraud

The Cheese Shop Inc.Cloudy BayCrocker & StarrD’ArtagnanDomaine de ChevalierDomaine de la CôteFink Family Estate VineyardsFoods In SeasonGalante VineyardsGlenmorangieGrand MarnierGrimaud FarmsHarlan EstateHeitz Wine CellarHennessyHyde de Villaine (HdV) WinesKongsgaardLail VineyardsMaison Joseph DrouhinMarin Sun FarmsMary’s ChickensMasami Foods, Inc.Moët & ChandonMonterey MushroomsMorgan WineryMount Eden Vineyards

NespressoNumanthiaOakville CrossPahlmeyerPetaluma CreameryPeter Michael WineryThe Pike Brewing CompanyPisoni VineyardsQuintessaRoar WinesRuinartSan Pelligrino & Acqua PannaSwank FarmsSwitchback RidgeTails & Trotters NW Hazelnut-Finished PorkTalbott VineyardsTaylor Shellfish FarmsValrhonaVeuve ClicquotWeingut DönnhoffWeingut Künstler

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The Moët Hennessy portfolio of the world's finest wines and spirits is incredibly proud to support

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©2014 Moët Hennessy USA Inc., New York, NY. Moët Hennessy USA encourages responsible drinking. mhusa.com

Friday, March 28, 2014 | 10 – 11 am, Book Signing, 11 – 11:30 amSunset Center – Babcock Room

Join Grand Chef Johann Lafer, famous German television personality and owner of Johann Lafer’s Stromburg, for an exclusive tasting of Black River Caviar. Johann will teach guests about pairing caviar with champagnes from Ruinart followed by a book signing.

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Robert Curry, Auberge du Soleil Jason Bangerter, Langdon Hall

Friday, March 28, 2014 | 9:30 am – 2 pm | Talbott Vineyards

Robert Talbott’s vision for making a wonderful white burgundy style chardonnay in California has come to fruition with his famed estate and Sleepy Hollow Vineyard in Monterey County’s Santa Lucia Highlands. Robert Talbott will lead guests on a tour of the vineyard, a barrel tasting of their latest vintage and a sumptuous lunch paired with Talbott wines prepared by Relais & Châteaux chefs Robert Curry & Paul Lemieux of Auberge du Soleil in Napa Valley and Jason Bangerter of Langdon Hall in Ontario.

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Friday, March 28, 2014 | 10:45 am – 12 pm | La Playa - Pacific Room

Many wine purists consider Le Montrachet in the Côte de Beaune region of Burgundy the greatest white wine vineyard in the world. One of the best producers from this vineyard is from a selection of over five acres owned by the Marquis de Laguiche is Maison Joseph Drouhin. Join us and our dear friend Véronique Drouhin as she leads you through a tasting of 8 vintages (2010, 2009, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1993, 1990) of Montrachet Marquis de Laguiche.

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The Exploration of Marquis de Laguiche Montrachet with Véronique Drouhin, Maison Joseph Drouhin

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Gaetano Trovato, Arnolfo

Michael White, Altamarea GroupMichael Tusk, Quince

Friday, March 28, 2014 | 12 pm | Sunset Luxury Tent

Join famed Relais & Châteaux Grands Chefs; Michelin 2 star Gaetano Trovato from Arnolfo in Italy, Michael White from Marea in New York City and Michelin 2 star Michael Tusk from Quince in San Francisco and Quince’s Chocolatier Melinda Beebe for an unforgettable lunch. These Relais & Châteaux Grands Chefs will offer an exciting four course Taste of Italy paired with Ceretto’s tantalizing Italian wines.

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Justin Cogley, AubergineJean Michel Lorain, La Côte Saint Jacques

Christopher Kostow,The Restaurant at Meadowood

Friday, March 28, 2014 | 6:30 pm

Join with Aubert de Villaine of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Véronique Drouhin of Maison Joseph Drouhin and Olivier Krug from Champagne Krug in a spectacular dinner paired with rare wines directly from the Domaine cellars.

The ten course dinner will be prepared by Relais & Châteaux Grands Chefs Michelin 3 star Jean Michel Lorain of La Côte Saint Jacques, Justin Cogley of Aubergine, Michelin 3 star Christopher Kostow of The Restaurant at Meadowood and Aubergine Pastry Chef Ron Mendoza at a special location on the Carmel coast. This extremely limited seating dinner will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience not to be missed by the connoisseur.

Rarities Dinner withAubert de Villaine, Véronique Drouhin and Olivier Krug

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Jason Franey, Canlis

Gaetano Trovato, ArnolfoBarbara Lynch, Menton

Friday, March 28, 2014 | 6:30 pm | Sunset Luxury Tent

Join us for an incredible journey through a selection of Grands Crus of Bordeaux including the 2004 Château Cheval Blanc with the Main Course. The delectable menu will be prepared by Relais & Châteaux Grands Chefs Barbara Lynch of Menton, Gaetano Travato of Arnolfo and Jason Franey of Canlis. Dessert will be prepared by Ron Mendoza of Aubergine.

Featuring: 2004 Château Cheval Blanc2008 Château Canon La Gaffelière, Grand Cru Classé, Saint-Emilion2005 Château Branaire-Ducru, Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Saint-Julien2007 Château Guiraud, 1er Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Sauternes2003 Domaine de Chevalier, Grand Cru Classé de Graves, Pessac-Léognan Moët & Chandon Rosé Imperial

Grand Cru Bordeaux Dinner

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Gaetano Trovato, Arnolfo

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Jacob Leatherman, Triple Creek RanchCarlton Lepine, Santa Lucia Preserve

Saturday, March 29, 2014 | 9:30 am – 2 pm | Santa Lucia Preserve

Former Point Lobos Ranger Chuck Bankcroft and his team of mycologists will lead guests on a wild mushroom hunt through the pristine 20,000 acre Santa Lucia Preserve. Following the hunt will be a sumptuous wild mushroom lunch prepared by the Preserve’s Host Chef Carlton Lepine and Relais & Châteaux Chef Jacob Leatherman of Triple Creek Ranch with wines paired by Gary Pisoni from Pisoni Vineyards and Jack Galante from Galante Vineyards.

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Saturday, March 29, 2014 | 10:45 am – 12 pm | La Playa – Pacific Room

Often considered the greatest wine estate in the world is the Burgundian gem Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. Co-director Aubert de Villaine will lead guests on a journey through Richebourg. This wonderful tasting will include the rare opportunity to sample 8 vintages (2010, 2009, 2006, 2005, 2002, 2001, 1991, 1971) directly from the Domaine cellars in Vosne-Romanée.

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A Magical Experiencewith Richebourg with Aubert de Villaine of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

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William Bradley, Addison

Joachim Splichal, Patina

Weingut Dönnhoff

Saturday, March 29, 2014 | 12 pm | Sunset Luxury Tent

California Grands Chefs Joachim Splichal of Patina Restaurant in Los Angeles and William Bradley of Addison in San Diego join winemakers Josh Jensen, famed owner of Calera Wine Company, Helmut Dönnhoff from the Nahe Valley and Gunter Künstler from the Rheingau in a wonderful exploration of finest Rieslings from Germany and a delectable lunch.

California Meets Germany

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Saturday, March 29, 2014 | 3:30 – 5 pm | La Playa – Pacific Room

Join Arnaud de Laforcade for a tasting of 8 vintages (2010, 2005, 2000, 1998, 1990, 1988, 1986, 1967) of the famed Bordeaux estate Château Cheval Blanc.

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The Revelation of Château Cheval Blanc with Arnaud de Laforcade

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Michael Tusk, Quince

Barbara Lynch, Menton

Jean Michel Lorain, La Côte Saint Jacques

Justin Cogley, Aubergine

Saturday, March 29, 2014 | 6:30 pm | Sunset Luxury Tent

Toast the final dinner of the First Annual Relais & Châteaux GourmetFest with a glass of Dom Pérignon. Enjoy a dinner paired with famed wine estates and the flavors of Relais & Châteaux Grands Chefs including Jean Michel Lorain of La Côte Saint Jacque, Chef & Proprietor Patrick O’Connell of the Inn at Little Washington in Virginia, Justin Cogley of Aubergine at L’Auberge Carmel, Barbara Lynch of Menton in Boston, Michael Tusk of Quince in San Francisco and Quince’s executive pastry chefs Alen Ramos and Carolyn Nugent.

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Champagne © 2014, Imported by Moët Hennessy USA, Inc., New York, NY. Please drink responsibly.

Krug Grande Cuvée is the quintessence of Krug’s excellence and savoir-faire: an extraordinary blend of around 120 wines from 10 di�erent years, some reaching up to 15 years of age. �is blend of several vintages gives Krug Grande Cuvée its unique fullness of �avors and aromas, an extraordinary generosity coupled with exceptional �nesse, the result of a stay of at least six years in the cellars. www.krug.com

Sunday, March 30, 2014 | 10:30 am – 12 pm | La Playa – Pacific Room

The Journey in the Krug Universe will be illustrated by 8 Prestige Cuvées, including some that are unknown even by Krug lovers.

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Journey in the Krug Universe with Olivier Krug

Champagne © 2014, Imported by Moët Hennessy USA, Inc., New York, NY. Please drink responsibly.

Krug Grande Cuvée is the quintessence of Krug’s excellence and savoir-faire: an extraordinary blend of around 120 wines from 10 di�erent years, some reaching up to 15 years of age. �is blend of several vintages gives Krug Grande Cuvée its unique fullness of �avors and aromas, an extraordinary generosity coupled with exceptional �nesse, the result of a stay of at least six years in the cellars. www.krug.com

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Robert Curry, Auberge du Soleil

Jason Bangerter, Langdon HallJonathon Perkins, Chateau du Sureau

Sunday, March 30, 2014 | 12 – 3 pm | Sunset Luxury Tent

Featuring the finest fishmongers in America paired with Relais & ChâteauxChef stations.

The Seafood Grill is Sponsored by Lufthansa First Class, Mercedes-Benz & Gaggenau

FeaturingRelais & Châteaux Chefs:Jason Bangerter, Langdon HallJustin Cogley, AubergineRobert Curry, Auberge du SoleilJacob Leatherman, Triple Creek RanchJonathon Perkins, Chateau du Sureau

Featured Pastry Chefs:Ron Mendoza, AubergineDerek Poirier, Valrhona

Featured Wineries & ParticipantsBeauregard VineyardsBernardus WineryBlack River CaviarChappelletCloudy BayFisherman’s Choice SeafoodFlowers Vineyard & WineryGalante VineyardsI. Brand & Family WinesIlluminationLieu Dit WineryManzoni VineyardsMoët & ChandonMonterey Abalone CompanyMorgan Winery

NespressoThe Pike Brewing CompanyRiver Ranch VineyardsRuinartSan Pelligrino & Acqua PannaTablas Creek VineyardTaylor Shellfish FarmsValrhonaVeuve ClicquotWeingut DönnhoffWeingut KünstlerWindy Oaks Estate Winery & Vineyards

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Every bid and all of the proceeds from the Relais & Châteaux GourmetFest 2014 online auction

goes to support the Carmel Chamber of Commerce, Rancho Cielo and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Online Charity AuctionENDS MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2014 AT 7 PM

The Carmel Chamber of Commerce promotes business, marketing and networking opportunities to benefit its members professionally and economically.carmelcalifornia.org

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. We fund more CF research than any other organization, and nearly every CF drug available today was made possible because of Foundation support. We are a nonprofit donor-supported organization dedicated to attacking cystic fibrosis from every angle. Our focus is to support the development of new drugs to fight the disease, improve the quality of life for those with CF, and ultimately to find a cure.cff.org

Rancho Cielo is a comprehensive learning and social services center for underserved youth in Monterey County. Established in 2000, they are a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Residing on 100 acres and encompassing two lakes, stables and a cultivated garden, Rancho Cielo is also a restored piece of Salinas Valley natural history.ranchocieloyc.org

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Relais & Châteaux is a family of Hoteliers and Chefs across the globe who are driven by the shared passion and personal commitment of ensuring that our guests’ experience is distinctive and enjoyable. 2014 marks the 60th anniversary of getting to know our guests; 60 years of creating and sharing magical moments, while delivering an excellent level of service. As always, our Maîtres de Maison and Chefs invite you to experience their personal terroirs and unique cuisines, guiding you through an unparalleled sensory journey.

Follow and share in all our 60th anniversary events at www.relaischateaux60.com or scan this code.

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WILLIAM BRADLEYAddison, San DiegoEVENTS: Welcome Party & California Meets Germany

JASON FRANEYCanlis, SeattleEVENTS: Welcome Party & Grand Cru Bordeaux Dinner

JUSTIN COGLEYAubergine at L’Auberge Carmel, Carmel-by-the-SeaEVENTS: Welcome Party, Rarities Dinner, Grand Chef Dinner & Seafood Grill

CHRISTOPHER KOSTOWThe Restaurant at Meadowood, Napa ValleyEVENTS: Rarities Dinner

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GRANDS CHEFS

JOHANN LAFERJohann Lafer’s StromburgEVENTS: Welcome Party & Caviar 101 with Johann Lafer and Champagne Ruinart

BARBARA LYNCHMenton, BostonEVENTS: Grand Cru Bordeaux Dinner & Grand Chef Dinner

JEAN MICHEL LORAINLa Côte Saint Jacques, FranceEVENTS: Rarities Dinner & Grand Chef Dinner

PATRICK O’CONNELLThe Inn at Little Washington, VirginiaEVENTS: Welcome Party & Grand Chef Dinner

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JOACHIM SPLICHALPatina, Los AngelesEVENTS: Welcome Party & California Meets Germany

MICHAEL TUSKQuince, San FranciscoEVENTS: Taste of Italy & Grand Chef Dinner

GAETANO TROVATOArnolfo, ItalyEVENTS: Welcome Party, Taste of Italy & Grand Cru Bordeaux Dinner

MICHAEL WHITEAltamarea GroupEVENTS: Welcome Party & Taste of Italy

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JASON BANGERTERLangdon Hall, OntarioEVENTS: Talbott Vineyards Tour & Lunch & Seafood Grill

JACOB LEATHERMANTriple Creek Ranch, MontanaEVENTS: Wild Mushroom Hunt and Lunch & Seafood Grill

ROBERT CURRYAuberge du Soleil, Napa ValleyEVENTS: Talbott Vineyards Tour & Lunch & Seafood Grill

JONATHON PERKINSChateau du Sureau, OakhurstEVENTS: Grand Chef Dinner & Seafood Grill

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MELINDA BEEBEQuince, San FranciscoEVENTS: Taste of Italy & Grand Chef Dinner

RON MENDOZAAubergine at L’Auberge Carmel, Carmel-by-the-SeaEVENTS: Welcome Party, Rarities Dinner, Grand Cru Bordeaux Dinner, Grand Chef Dinner & Seafood Grill

PAUL LEMIEUXAuberge du Soleil, Napa ValleyEVENTS: Talbott Vineyards Tour & Lunch

DEREK POIRIERValrhona USAEVENTS: Welcome Party & Seafood Grill

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WINERIES & PARTICIPANTS

BEAUREGARD VINEYARDS

Bonny Doon, CA

CERETTOPiemonte, Italy

BERNARDUS WINERYCarmel Valley, CA

CHAPPELLET WINERYSt. Helena, CA

CALERA WINEMt. Harlan, CA

CHÂTEAU BRANAIRE-DUCRU

Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Saint-Julien, France

CHÂTEAU CANONLA GAFFELIÈREGrand Cru Classé,

Saint-Emilion, France

CHUCK BANCROFTMycologist

BIG SUR BAKERY

BIG BASINVINEYARDS

Boulder Creek, CA

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CHÂTEAUCHEVAL BLANCSaint-Emilion, France

DOMAINEDE CHEVALIER

Grand Cru Classé de Graves, Pessac-Léognan, France

CHÂTEAU GUIRAUD1er Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Sauternes, France

DOMAINE DE LA ROMANÉE-CONTI

Burgundy, France

CLOUDY BAYNew Zealand

FINK FAMILYESTATE VINEYARD

Carmel Valley, CA

CROCKER & STARRSt. Helena, CA

THE CHEESESHOP, INC.Carmel, CA

FISHERMAN’SCHOICE

SEAFOOD

DOMAINE DE LA CÔTELompoc, CA

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WINERIES & PARTICIPANTS

HARLAN ESTATEOakville, CA

HEITZ CELLARSt. Helena, CA

HYDE DE VILLAINE (HdV) WINESNapa Valley, CA

I. BRAND & FAMILY ILLUMINATIONNapa Valley, CA

GRIMAUD FARMSSan Joaquin Valley, CA

GALANTE VINEYARDSCarmel Valley, CA

FOODS IN SEASONFLOWERS VINEYARD& WINERYCazadero, CA

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KONGSGAARDNapa Valley, CA

MAISON JOSEPH DROUHIN

France

MANZONI VINEYARDSSanta Lucia Highlands, CA

LAIL VINEYARDSRutherford, CA

PHILIPPE JAMESSEHead Sommelier

Les Crayères

MORGAN WINERYSanta Lucia Highlands, CA

LIEU DIT WINERYLompoc, CA

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WINEMAKERS & PARTICIPANTS

RIVER RANCH VINEYARDS

Carmel Valley, CA

QUINTESSARutherford, CA

THE PIKE BREWING COMPANY

Seattle, Washington

PISONI VINEYARDSSanta Lucia Highlands, CA

PAHLMEYERNapa Valley, CA

RAJAT PARRSandhi

OAKVILLE CROSSNapa Valley, CA

PETER MICHAEL WINERY

St. Helena, CA

MOUNT EDEN VINEYARDSSaratoga, CA

NUMANTHIASpain

WINEMAKERS & PARTICIPANTS

DÖNNHOFFWEINGUT DÖNNHOFF

Germany

WEINGUT KÜNSTLERGermany

WINDY OAKS ESTATE WINERY & VINEYARDS

Santa Cruz, CA

TAILS & TROTTERSNW HAZELNUT-FINISHED PORK

LARRY STONEHuneeus VintnersEstates Director

SWITCHBACK RIDGECalistoga, CA

TABLAS CREEK VINEYARDSPaso Robles, CA

TALBOTT VINEYARDSCarmel Valley, CA

ROAR WINESRutherford, CA

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