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LISBON - BARCELONA WINE VOYAGE 11718 27 th of April - 6 th of May

VISITING WINEMAKERS Experience Portugal and the Douro Valley at its best. Meet Dirk van der Niepoort and learn about his family legacy first hand. Dirk van der Niepoort eats, sleeps and breaths fine wine, and for several years, Niepoort has been producing some of the very best Late Bottled Vintage Port and Vintage Port. Niepoort is not only famous for being one of the best Port Wine producers, but also for producing red and white wines, which easily can be compared with the best vintages from Bordeaux and Burgundy. Their philosophy is that the wine should be accessible and enjoyable immediately, but also have a great potential of aging. Dirk describes the Douro valley as “the hardest, most impressive, intense and expressive wine regions in the world.” Experience these expressive and intense wines during an engaging wine tasting, where Dirk shares his passion, philosophy and beautiful wines. During the Winemaker’s Dinner, SeaDream’s Executive Chef will compose a unique menu, where these expressive wines will complement each course. SeaDream is offering a wine-by-the-glass package at an additional cost for the Winemaker’s Dinner. Weingut Groebe – the best white wine in the world? German Riesling is amongst the finest white wines in the world. This beautiful grape demands a great deal of the vineyard, and of its winemaker. Weingut Groebe from Rheinhessen, Germany, grow their vines in the best vineyards from this enchanting region. The estate was founded in 1763. Friederich Groebe is the master mind behind these stunning wines. The natural interplay between natures elements and the vineyards, combined with the winemaker’s philosophy and skills, has resulted in wines with numerous international accolades. Experience why these wines have become world famous through an informational and engaging wine tasting,hosted by Mr. Friederich Gorebe. During the Winemaker’s Dinner, SeaDream’s award-winning cuisine will compliment rare vintages from our visiting winemaker. SeaDream is offering a wine-by-the-glass package at an additional cost for the Winemaker’s Dinner.

LAND ADVENTURES Experience Bodega Rey Fernando De Castilla, Jerez & Sherry, Gibraltar. The cellars of Bodegas Rey Fernando de Castilla are located in the historic city center of Jerez in Southern Spain. Here you can find the real treasures of this winemaking region, and experience the authentic tapas culture. The famous brandies of Fernando de Castilla, and their Sherries with the highest national and international distinctions, are made up of the finest wines from the area. Experience firsthand the time-demanding sherry production during a tour of the winery, followed by a sherry tasting complemented with local cuisine. Cooking, Strolling & Tasting in Cartagena. Experience the history of the charming coastal city, Cartagena. Cartagena was one of the most important defensive ports in the Western Mediterranean, and is the capital of the Spanish Navy’s Maritime Department. A guided tour of the city center will give us a glimpse of this interesting history. Learn the art of making Paella at a local restaurant, enjoy a festive meal together with a tasting of a local wines.

Barcelona

Lisbon

Palma de Mallorca Menorca

Portimao

Ibiza

Cartagena

Gibraltar

Malaga

Puerto Banus

WINE VOYAGE ACTIVITIES 28 th of Apr.

Wine tasting with Niepoort

Visit to Bodega Rey Fernando de Castilla, Gibraltar

29 th of Apr.

30 th of Apr.

Winemaker’s Dinner with Niepoort

02 th of May Cooking, strolling & tasting, Cartagena

03 rd of May Wine tasting with Weingut Groebe

04 th of May Winemaker’s Dinner with Weingut Groebe

Information on this flyer is verified at the time of publishing. The program indicated is subject to change. Land adventures are offered at an additional cost.