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Head of the Blend - 2000 étoile Tête de Cuvée
A bottle of étoile Tête de Cuvée may disappear in an evening over dinner, but it takes years of patience, skill and passion to bring the wine to its fullest expression. Sparkling Winemaker Tom Tiburzi shares his thoughts on the history of this delicate and nuanced wine.
Ellen Flora
Senior Wine Ambassador
The Secrets Behind Sparkling Wine
Sparkling wine is made in the traditional way from 3 classic grape varietals — Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Because these three wines are known to be so food friendly, the delicate and bubbly wines made from them are a natural companion for a wide range of foods. With the holidays just around the corner, we asked Ellen Flora, Chandon's Senior Wine Ambassador, to share her expertise in choosing wines for the year's most festive gatherings...
Perry Hoffman
Chef, étoile Restaurant
Warm Nights, Hot Grills and Perfect Pairings
étoile Restaurant Chef Perry Hoffman is on a roll. Fresh of étoile earning its first Michelin star late last year, Perry was recently named a San Franciso Chronicle Rising Star Chef - one of only five chefs to receive this honor. Grateful for recognition of the unique, wine-centric culinary experience he’s creating, Perry’s now turning his attention to grilled dishes of the warm summer months.