SALON TO HOST EXCLUSIVE DINNER CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF KEN FORRESTER’S FMC WINES
Cape Town, South Africa – 11 October 2024 – Attention, wine aficionados, mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening on 1 November 2024 at SALON restaurant, recently crowned Africa’s Best New Restaurant at the 2024 World Culinary Awards. This special event celebrates an exclusive collaboration with renowned winemaker Ken Forrester, marking over two decades of the iconic, almost legendary FMC, truly a delicious, worldwide benchmark for wine lovers.
This isn’t merely a dinner; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience featuring extremely rare older vintages poured from magnum – these wines are all from the library cellar, under perfect storage conditions and no longer available on the market. Guests will be treated to an exquisite menu showcasing luxurious dishes such as Lobster Taco, Bouillabaisse Marseillaise, and Black Truffle Risotto, all thoughtfully created by restaurateur and chef Luke Dale Roberts alongside Executive Chef Carla Schulze. Each dish will be perfectly paired with special vintages of Magnum FMC, promising an evening of culinary excellence and wine that is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
A Legacy of Winemaking Excellence
Ken Forrester’s illustrious journey began in 1993 when he and his wife, Teresa, acquired an historic vineyard in Stellenbosch, originally planted to vines in 1689. Situated under the majestic Helderberg mountain, they have devoted themselves to creating benchmark wines, with Chenin Blanc emerging as the standout cultivar of this exceptional terroir and as a result driving the wave of International Chenin success for the industry.
In 2000, Ken crafted the first FMC in collaboration with his friend and mentor, Martin Meinert. This wine quickly garnered acclaim, fetching record prices at auction and becoming a favourite at prestigious events, including Nelson Mandela’s 85th birthday celebration. The FMC is renowned worldwide for its rich, full-bodied profile, showcasing flavours of fresh and baked apples, hints of caramel and honey, and a vibrant citrus finish. Celebrated for both its immediate appeal and legendary aging potential, it epitomises Forrester’s winemaking excellence.
An Evening of Culinary and Oenological Artistry
Guests will indulge in a specially curated tasting menu that pairs flawlessly with a selection of Ken Forrester’s wines, including:
• Sparklehorse Cap Classique Vintage 2015
– served on arrival
• FMC 2021
– served on arrival
For the feast –
• FMC Magnums:
Vintage 2016
Vintage 2012
Vintage 2010
Vintage 2009
Vintage 2006
Vintage 2003
“T” Noble Late Harvest 2005
“This is a fantastic opportunity for guests to experience the synergy between fine dining and exceptional wines,” remarks Luke Dale Roberts. “Ken’s wines are a true testament to the artistry of winemaking, and we can’t wait to create memorable pairings that highlight both the food and the wine.”
Meet the Winemaker
Ken and Teresa will join guests for this exclusive evening, sharing insights into his winemaking process, the significance of each vintage, and personal anecdotes from his journey in the world of wine. His passion and expertise promise to enrich the dining experience, making it a wonderful night to remember.
This exclusive dinner will take place at SALON, located at 375 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, with the experience priced at R2950 per person. Reservations are essential and can be made by visiting www.salonct.co.za or through Dineplan at https://www.dineplan.com/restaurants/salon.
About SALON Restaurant
Voted Africa’s Best New Restaurant at the 2024 World Culinary Awards, SALON offers a unique global tasting menu created by Luke Dale Roberts and Carla Schulze. Inspired by Dale Roberts’ travels over the past twenty years, the menu emphasises seasonality and incorporates global influences drawn from the flavours and ingredients that inspire Luke and Carla, all while maintaining a spirit of constant innovation.
SALON is open for dinner from Tuesdays to Saturdays and for lunch from Thursdays to Saturdays. For bookings and more information, visit www.salonct.co.za.
For press and media inquiries, please contact Lise Manley of Manley Communications Atelier at lise@publicity.co.za or +27 (0) 82 828 5168.
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