Zachys Auction Presents Barrel Strength - A Collection of the World's Finest Spirits - in London on 31st March 2022

As the name implies, we feel this collection is strong. In fact it has many strengths, not only the alcoholic strength printed on the bottles. The consignor of this collection is a meticulous collector of many things. Collecting is his greatest passion in life. So much so that he works as the head curator for several museums. Yes, the same attention to detail that he brings to his work as a curator, he has brought to his whisky collecting over the past 30 years. You should expect bottles in superb condition when bidding in this sale. Almost every bottle in this sale has been purchased direct from the distilleries, independent bottlers or local importers. No secondary market finds here!

As a true lover of Whisky our consignor is happy to share what is one of the most extensive spirits collection Zachys has ever sold in Europe, with over 360 bottles of Whisky from all over world.

Scotch, of course, but bottles from Japan, Sweden and Finland all make an appearance.

Whatever style you enjoy, whether smokey peat, fruity Sherry finish, deep rancio, or barrel strength, you’ll find what you are looking for here.

How about 60+ bottles of Glenfarclas, 30+ bottles of Macallan, a vast range of rare bottles from Highland Park, Springbank, Glenrothes and many other leading Scotches?

And don’t think you’ll have to break the bank, in fact more than a 100 bottles are estimated at £200 and below.

No serious Whisky collection is complete without a decent line up of shuttered distilleries, is it? Very rare bottles of Port Ellen, Rosebank, Brora, Dallas Dhu and Karuizawa are all not produced anymore but all available here.

So please pour yourself a dram, put your bids in and join us live from our Action studio on Monday March 31st 1:00pm BST.

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Monte Carlo Beer - Getting To Know the Young And Dynamic Entrepreneurs Behind This Local Thirst-Quenching Brand

Beer is one of the most internationally loved drinks that helps everyone have a good time. If you have been out partying recently in Monaco, chances are, you have tried Monte-Carlo Beer. It is an exquisite local take on an otherwise multi-national business. We spend some time with childhood Monegasque friends William Scheffer and Anthony Orengo and get to know the men behind the brand!

How was the Monte Carlo Beer concept borne?
Monte Carlo Beer has been thought by childhood friends William & Anthony. This entrepreneur duo from Monaco, found their inspiration at a very tender age from traveling the world and experiencing different sceneries. F&B enthusiasts, they first joined forces in 2018 in Singapore where they opened the first Monaco Bar in Asia (Called Monte Carlo Boys). They quickly realised the potential of the name “Monaco” and, as beer lovers and proud Monegasques, they decided to create a craft beer from Monaco: Monte Carlo Beer.

Why did you feel that there was a need for a MC Beer company?
The beer industry has welcomed, over the past decade, hundreds of new craft beers. People are getting more and more cautious about what they drink and are willing to spend more to consume better. Professionals are also more and more eager to diversify their menu by proposing higher quality beers to their patrons. 

We made two simple constatations; 

1. it seemed that people are getting slightly tired of the big players and their industrial beers. The craft beer industry has taken an important place which proves that consumers are rather keen on trying new things.

2. They are plenty of great quality / premium craft beers but the packaging is rather similar for most of them (Brown bottle with a common label).

Based on these constatations, we decided to create not only a craft beer with high quality ingredients, but also a unique and sexy packaging which would catch the eye of the consumer.

And that’s how Monte Carlo beer was born! 

Where is the company and the brewery located?
The company is based in Monaco. The brewery is in Saint-Raphael in France (83)

And where can we try Monte Carlo Beer?

Monaco
SBM Resorts (Hotel de Paris, Hermitage, Monte Carlo Beach)
The Yacht Club of Monaco
Le Meridien
Gaia
Before
Jack Monaco / Bella Vita / Amore Mio

French Riviera
Chateau Eza
Terrasses D’Eze
La Mome Group
La Reserve de Beaulieu
La Reserve de Ramatuelle
Font Mourier

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Interview and article by Aakash Damani
International University of Monaco

Vivanova People - An Introduction To Pierre-Louis Renou - General Manager of the Fairmont Monte Carlo & Regional Vice President

With a penchant for chilled Champagne married with roast chicken, French fries and a glass or two of Volnay, we get to know Pierre-Louis Renou - General Manager of the Fairmont Monte Carlo & Regional Vice President - a gentleman and a leader in the international hospitality industry.

In the first of our Vivanova People interviews, where we learn more about our partner brands and successes, Pierre-Louis Renou hosts questions concerning the life behind and the work involved in leading one of Monaco’s finest hotel establishments - one of Club Vivanova’s favourite event locations and where we will host our 7th Edition Luxury Lifestyle Gala on Saturday 13th November 2021.

The Fairmont Monte Carlo is the Riviera’s largest hotel, boasting 602 guest rooms, suites and residences and an array of dining locations including NOBU, the Saphir 24 Lounge and Bistro, rooftop dining at the Horizon Deck and Champagne Bar and Nikki Beach, in-room dining, Private Dining servicing external events including the Monte Carlo Rolex Tennis, two magnificent ballrooms and 18 meeting rooms, with a fitness centre and the Carol Joy Spa!

You are a leader in the global hotel industry, what can you suggest for a young person who wants to develop in the hospitality business, what are the most important personal requirements that are needed to succeed?
Succeeding in this industry requires to have “it” in you. This sense of curiosity that drives you to always find out more about your environment, the people and the culture around you is key. It makes you and your work authentic which is, to me, the roots of a successful career. 

How do you think that the luxury hotel industry has changed overall during the last ten years (including the recent COVID19 crisis)?
We have obviously noticed the increase of the sustainability awareness but also a huge work has been done to go further in the personalization of the service. This says a lot about our society. People are in need to return to the basis of real life. Even though the digitalization has helped easing a lot of processes, guests want to connect with the team of the hotel and the locals of the destination. They want to be recognized when they show loyalty. The COVID-19 crisis emphasized those same exact needs of authenticity and people will become even more respectful of everything they are surrounded by. This is what Fairmont is aiming for.

In which ways do you motivate and facilitate your team to perform well and maintain the high standards required in such a luxurious and glamorous location?
The environment has to be itself motivating. We are grateful to work in a naturally beautiful and glamorous destination so of course it helps but it does not make all the work. The team is motivated if the atmosphere feels great and the values of the brand resonate with them. Then and only then, they can develop this sense of pride and of belonging that makes them strive to excellence.

If you had an open menu choice, could you let the readers know what is your favourite dish and which wine you would enjoy with that dish?
I really like a simple yet flavorful menu. A crispy fresh bottle a champagne to start, then a delicious roast chicken with French fries to end with a traditional tarte aux fraises. Let’s not forget a glass a Volnay (or two !)

What has been the most fulfilling moment of your career?
It is in fact hard to choose just one moment among all the others but if I had to pick the most striking one I would probably say the visit of the Oval office when I arrived in Washington DC after Barack Obama election in 2009.

Lastly, what drives you to succeed?
Simply people. I am surrounded by amazing people and my pleasure to wake up every day has always been to take care of my family, my guests, my team.

Read more on our forthcoming Club Vivanova Fairmont Monte Carlo events