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Gordon Ramsay Wines Adds Pinot Grigio To Its Collection

Gordon Ramsay has added a crisp and refreshing new Pinot Grigio to his collection, created in partnership with world-famous winemaker Alberto Antonini. The collection combines globally renowned chef and restaurateur Gordon’s passion with the heart and soul of Italian winemaking, joining Gordon Ramsay Intenso Rosso red wine on the shelves. Gordon Ramsay Pinot Grigio was recently blind-tasted by four Masters of Wine and awarded Gold at The Drinks Business Global Pinot Grigio Masters 2024, reports columnist Riccha Grrover for Asian Lite International.

Gordon Ramsay Pinot Grigio is crafted with the same passion and precision that Gordon brings to his culinary creations, and he recommends it is perfectly paired with linguine al pesto or a
charcuterie board. The wine truly reflects Ramsay’s commitment to excellence. With a soft yet dry taste, it offers a refreshing palate experience, featuring notes of ripe pear and citrus fruits.

This stunning addition to the collection is made using grapes sourced from vineyards on the picturesque hills of Colli Berici, south of Vicenza in north-eastern Italy. These have been carefully hand-harvested from late August to early September to ensure optimal ripeness and flavour. This 2023 vintage, which was an outstanding year for Pinot Grigio, comes from the renowned Delle Venezie Denominazione Di Origine Controllata (DOC) region.

Alberto Antonini’s contemporary approach to winemaking resonated deeply with Gordon and their partnership led to the creation of wines from Italy’s best wine growing regions.

The Gordon Ramsay Pinot Grigio is available at Tesco, RRP: £8.50.

TASTING NOTE

Soft yet dry, refreshing on the palate with notes of ripe pear and citrus fruits, characteristic of this grape variety grown on the picturesque hills of North-eastern Italy.

VINEYARD

Crafted from Pinot Grigio grapes grown in the Colli Berici hills south of Vicenza in the Veneto region of northern Italy, this crisp, fresh wine is the result of selecting the best quality grapes from hillside mature, south-facing vineyards. These grapes were meticulously hand-harvested in late August to early September, ensuring optimal ripeness and flavour concentration.

WINEMAKING

Whole cluster grapes were crushed and gently pressed. The juice was then allowed to settle and clarify before undergoing cool fermentation at 16 to 18°C in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. To enhance complexity and texture, the wine was aged for a period of 3 to 6 months on fine lees in stainless steel tanks before bottling.

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Lucky Cat is inspired by the 1930s Tokyo’s kissas and Shanghai’s drinking dens, experiential dining, inventive cocktails, and a thriving entertainment roster are cornerstones of the dining experience. Opened in 2019, Lucky Cat was inspired by Gordon’s travels through different Asian countries including Thailand, Vietnam, Japan and China. Lucky Cat’s menu is exceptional; a culinary journey exploring different Asian cuisines in thoughtful fashion. A feature by FnB columnist Riccha Grrover for Asian Lite International.

The drinks menu at Lucky Cat features their own curated cocktail range, with the signature Lucky Negroni requiring our guests to roll the dice to determine their bespoke drink, amongst beloved classics featuring an Asian flavour twist. The wine and sake offering is equally extensive and immersive.

Discerning diners will marvel at the food menu which is a smart exploration of different Asian cuisines. From sashimi and sushi delivered from the raw bar to Lucky Cat’s signature black cod, ‘GFC’ (Gordon Fried Chicken), short rib and BAO. Guests will appreciate the elevated dishes cooked with only the finest ingredients. The menu’s journey through Asian means variety is key and diners can indulge in Lucky Cat every day of the week.

While desserts may not be commonplace at other Asian restaurants, this is one of Lucky Cat’s specialties. The dedicated all female pastry team in Mayfair carefully weave flavours of rose, lychee and yuzu through beautiful dishes that ensure dessert is a must-order.

Executive chef André Camilo proudly reflects that Lucky Cat is different to similar venues in Mayfair because they equally prioritise the food and the experience. Every detail across both facets are meticulously planned. “No one is doing what we’re doing. They’re not offering the variety and calibre of what our menu does, the expertly crafted cocktails or the ambiance that keeps people here all night. We are proud of our guest experience, and what we’re doing to continue Gordon’s vision when the team first created Lucky Cat,” Camilo said.

The team create new dishes every few months or, perhaps, revisit and refine some previous Lucky Cat favourites. Certain dishes, however, always appear on the menu, due to customer demand. These include GFC, the Bonito Fried Duck Leg Bao, the Hand-Dived Scallops with Yuzu, and the exquisitely simple, classic Yellowtail sashimi. Gordon’s vision of only offering the best at every touchpoint is evident with all the suppliers Lucky Cat has strong relationships with.

For those looking to for a more immersive dining experience, their semi-private options are an exceptional choice. The Chef’s Table seats 10 and is paired with a bespoke menu completely tailored to our guests tastes, while the Kitchen Table offers two menus that elevate the signature offering. There are also three stunning private dining rooms that capture the personality of the main restaurant.

The Lucky Cat team are committed to sharing their knowledge across exceptional food and beverage so offer a series of boutique masterclasses. From sake to sushi, desserts to cocktails, learn from the best in one of London’s premier restaurants as you expand your expertise and learn some of the secrets behind Lucky Cat’s specialties.

At Lucky Cat in London Mayfair the service is top-notch and ambiance is unparalleled, where the meal experience is both exceptional and experiential; is inspired by Gordon Ramsay’s extensive travels throughout Asia and his vision to bring together the best cuisines of the region with inventive cocktails and ambiance. Highly Recommended! Lucky Cat Manchester opened in June 2023 and Miami recently opened their doors in February 2024.