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From
the day that Martell was founded in 1715, it has always had close links to
gastronomy and fine arts. On February 7, 2013, Martell will again present this
unforgettable experience for Cognac, gourmet and fine arts connoisseurs at SKYE
Bar & Restaurant, Menara BCA, 56th floor. Jl. MH Thamrin no 1. Jakarta.
This must attend event will start from 6:30 P.M. and will provide the exquisite
combinations of Martell Pure Gourmet and Fine Arts.
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Enjoy
the art of culinary presented by Chef Pascal Nebout from Martell Cognac, Chef
Vindex Tengker and Chef Aldo Volpi that will bring you to a new heightened
enjoyment of Martell and a unique gastronomic moment. Chef and cellar master
are craftsmen at the core as they carefully select ingredients to create a
masterful blend of tastes in cuisine and cognac respectively. The perfect pairing of both these two
elements is what made the Martell Pure Gourmet dinner an evening of pure
indulgence. You will also be inspired with the exquisite masterpiece by
Indonesian talented contemporary artists: Shawnee Puti, Peter Tjahjadi, Nus
Salomo, Syagini Ratna Wulan and ISIS, and complete the moment with Martell
Cognac that served for your satisfaction.
“It
is interesting to see that Martell came out with the idea for enjoyment of its
products with food or gastronomy which we called it, Pure Gourmet. To pair this
finest Cognac with quality dishes is excellent opportunity for many Cognac
lovers, and especially for some connoisseurs who want to further explore the excitement
of this luxury Cognac. On different
note, Martell is also a pioneer in the industry to work with the contemporary
art society, working with artists and art exhibits around the world. In fact, the link between Art and Martell
Cognac is so strong and what makes this Cognac is all about. All of these have helped to broaden our
knowledge and understanding on many different ways and how to enjoy our
Cognac. I believe both Pure Gourmet and
Contemporary Art platforms are great opportunities for Martell as the Luxury
Cognac leader to continue staying at the cutting edge in the industry,” says
Edhi Sumadi, Pernod Ricard Indonesia’s General Manager.
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Martell Pure Gourmet
MARTELL
AND GASTRONOMY: THE PERFECT MATCH
Jean
Martell was a character who enjoyed the finer things in life with a passion for
tasting rare dishes and delicacies: ‘Our duty should be a pleasure and our
pleasure a duty’. According to Jean Martell, quality is ‘the most powerful
weapon that we can use’. It is surely this focus on quality that has led to
Martell being served not only during dinners by emperors, kings and politicians
but also to mark key historic moments with the signing of the Armistice in
1918, the coronation of King George V and on iconic, luxury journeys with the
Orient-Express, the Queen Mary, Concorde…
For
the past few years Martell has been working towards creating the perfect
Martell gastronomy. From Benoit Fil to the chefs and the international Martell
ambassadors, all have contributed to this gastronomic discovery in search of
the pleasure of culture and the elevation of the Martell experience. A symbol
of Martell’s passion and ambition, the Château de Chanteloup is a place of
inspiration.
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Out
of this culture and passion, Pure Gourmet was born, derived from Martell’s
philosophy in creating its cognac by the purest means – from its precise choice
of crus (vineyard), eaux de vie filtered of lees (the process), distillation of
clear wines only, then the ageing process in fine-grain oak barrels.
Martell
Pure Gourmet emphasises on quality ingredients as the principal characteristic
that defines its unique gastronomic experience. Three pure ingredients are
chosen from renowned terroirs worldwide and are then prepared in a skillful and
unpretentious manner masterfully crafted in symphony with the internationally
versatile and luxurious range of Martell cognac including Martell VSOP, Martell
Cordon Bleu, Martell XO, Martell Chanteloup Perspective, Martell Creation Grand
Extra and L'OR de Jean Martell.
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Martell
cognac has long been linked with the French sense of refinement, and every
bottle embodies the experience of unrivalled craftsmen: cellar masters,
growers, and distillers, who have handed down their expertise from generation
to generation. It is the skill and
vision of these craftsmen that has made the House of Martell an icon of French
excellence and resulted in Martell’s latest incarnation of pure luxury.
Martell & Art: A Natural Pairing
Through
collaborations with artists and carefully curated exhibitions around the world,
Martell has established a tradition of art with fellow craftsmen chosen to
express the essence of the brand
The
past century has seen Martell supporting the arts, in film, music, painting and
sculpture. A natural extension of Martell's pursuit of excellence, the
associations of the fine cognac house with the Indonesian talented contemporary
artists include Shawnee Puti, Peter Tjahjadi, Nus Salomo, Syagini Ratna Wulan
and ISIS. All of these contemporary artists share one thing in common with Martell:
an unwavering commitment to the quest for perfection.
The Chef
Chef
de cuisine at the Château de Chanteloup
After
graduating from the EcoleHotelièrede Reims, Pascal completed his apprenticeship
as commis and then chef de partie at a number of well-regarded restaurants in
Champagne. Next came a culinary Tour de France for Relaiset Châteaux,where he
worked in the Michelin-starred kitchens of establishments from Provence in the
south to Lorraine in the north before finally settling in Cognac at the Chateau
de l’Yeuse. During a decade with this boutique hotel and gourmet restaurant,
Pascal was named the region’s Young Chef of the Year in 2004 and subsequently
France’s Chef of the Year in 2008, becoming a Maître Cuisinier de France a year
later.
Executive
Chef, The Dharmawangsa Jakarta
Vindex
Valentino Tengker, or Chef Vindex as he is more warmly known, is an appointed
Executive Chef at The Dharmawangsa Jakarta. With 23 years of vast experience
and achievements in the culinary world, his expertise expands to the various
gastronomic arts of Asian, Spanish, Mediterranean and American (including
Mexican) cuisines, with specialization in Modern Asian and Indonesian dishes.
He considers simple dishes with attractive and inviting presentation as the key
factors to successful gourmet cooking.
Corporate
Chef of Ismaya Group
Aldo
Volpi spent 5 years of his life working for one of the most successful Italian
restaurants in Miami Beach Florida, called Paparazzi. After being in the
opening team to BACI in Lan Kwai Fong, he took another challenge in Monaco
where he opened The Waterfront, then Paper Moon, a restaurant in Tel-Aviv,
Israel, and Moscow, Russia. Aldo was also a part of the opening team for the Wynn
Resorts & Casino in Macao where its Italian Restaurant, Il Teatro, was
awarded as “One of the Top World New Restaurant” by Condé Nast Traveller. After
years of experience in Jakarta, Aldo is now the Corporate Chef of Ismaya Group.
Tasting Notes
MARTELL
VSOP
Established
in 1715, Martell is the oldest of the great cognac houses. VSOP Médaillon was
created at the start of the 19th century, since when it has underlined the
House’s gift for blending eaux-de-vie from the four finest growths of the
Cognac region. Aged in French oak casks, those eaux-de-vie are selected by the
cellar master to yield a perfect balance of freshness and crisp-edged
sweetness.
TASTING
NOTES: Mellow and round body.
Aspect:
Golden amber
Nose:
Bittersweet softness: lime and liquorice. Crystallised fruit: quince, raisin
and plum. Spring undergrowth: fresh notes of oak wood, fine grain and hazelnut.
Mouthfeel:
Soft, mellow and complex with crystallised-fruit notes. An ample round body.
Long finish.
Serving:
A cognac to enjoy on its own, over ice or lengthened with a mixer.
MARTELL
CORDON BLEU
Martell
Cordon Bleu is the cognac for true connoisseurs and has acquired legendary
status since its creation by Edouard Martell in 1912. Its distinctive taste,
characterised by a predominance of eaux-de-vie from the Borderies growth area,
and its timeless bottle design make it a classic unequalled in the world of
cognac.
TASTING
NOTES: Elegance and aromatic richness. Explosion of fruity and spicy notes.
Rich in mouth.
Aspect:
Deep, golden copper.
Nose:
Orchard fruits: crystallised plums and apples. Roasted notes: mocha coffee,
toasted almonds, vetiver. Rich spice aromas: cinnamon, orange tree flower,
honey and beeswax.
Mouthfeel:
Well rounded mellowness. Sustained finish with fruit and spice notes. The
preponderance of Borderies eaux-de-vie gives Martell Cordon Bleu an elegant,
mellow and complex character.
Serving:
Ideal for special occasions. Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water.
MARTELL
X.O
With
its distinctive arch-shaped bottle, Martell XO is a powerful symbol of vision
and inspiration, which is a testimony to Jean Martell’s will to connect the
best of things. Unique combination of the elegance of the Borderies and the
power of the Grande Champagne, Martell XO is an outstanding XO which bears the
hallmark of the Martell style.
TASTING
NOTES: More secret on the nose. Starting with the elegance of the Borderies,
then followed by the intensity of "Champagnes" eaux-de-vies. Long
after taste.
Aspect:
Golden amber with dark copper and mahogany highlights.
Nose:
Ground spice (black pepper, coriander) and red berries. Rich fruit flavours:
fig chutney and compote, almonds and walnuts. Beeswax and sandalwood.
Mouthfeel:
Rounded and fruity on the palate (notes of fig and walnut) followed by the characteristic
power and finesse of eaux-de-vie from Grande Champagne. A long and silken
finish.
Serving:
Ideal for special occasions. Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water.
Martell
Chanteloup Perspective is an invitation to pass through the gates, to enter
within the secret Chais of Chanteloup, where lie precious eaux-de-vie. It is
also a tribute of a cellar master to a specific place: the belvedere which
leads to the Chais de Chanteloup, which offers a magnificient perspective that
has inspired each and every generation of Martell Cellar Masters. Martell
Chanteloup Perspective is an extra-old cognac that has recently joined the
ultra prestige quality segment of Martell.
TASTING
NOTES: A nose specially complex and characterised by riched honey notes.
Complexe and fruity notes. Longer after taste.
Aspect:
Amber hue that catches the light.
Nose:
Fresh stone fruit aromas: peach, apricot. Crystallised fruit: figs. Dried
fruit: raisins, almonds and other nuts.
Mouthfeel:
An aromatic impression remarkable for the depth of its fruits. The rounded,
balance tenor of these aromas joined with the structure, elegance and power
that yield a long, ingering finish in the mouth.
Serving:
A cognac to enjoy neat for a unique and special occasion.
CREATION
GRAND EXTRA
With
its unique architectural arch-shaped decanter created by famous French design
Serge Mansau, Martell Création Grand Extra is a tribute to the creative spirit
of the Martell house. A powerfully built blend made of a marriage of the fresh
and fruity notes from the Borderies with the subtle, spicy notes of aged Grande
Champagne eaux-de-vie.
TASTING
NOTES: Powerful and intense aromatic architecture. Good length in mouth.
Aspect:
Amber topaz, catching and reflecting the light as it glows.
Nose:
Compote and jam: lemon and orange peel and dark-red plum. Exotic riches: cocoa
beans and strong, dark chocolate, vanilla pod. Woody, spiced notes: curry
paste, rancio and amber leather.
Mouthfeel:
Silky-smooth attack. Mellow mid-palate. Powerful and unique finish, its
duration punctuated by woody and spiced notes.
Serving:
A cognac to savour neat, for a unique tasting experience.
L'OR
de Jean Martell is an exceptional cognac created from series of unique
encounters. The precious union of Grande Champagne and Borderies created an
unrivaled blend of elegance, power and richness. Over 400 extremely rare
eaux-de-vie, some over a century old, come together in this prestigious cognac.
Served in a hand-crafted crystal decanter, L'OR de Jean Martell keeps this
tradition of rare encounters alive, an unrivaled sensory experience to elevate
the moment.
TASTING
NOTES: A veritable effusion of sensations marked by a light, sylph-like quality
for all its length. Much like a familiar, melodious symphony of fresh citrus
notes, fruit, gingerbread and precious wood, in which the senses answer each
other in subtle echoes.
Aspect:
Deep amber with hints of shimmering mahogany.
Nose:
The freshness of oriental notes: bergamot and orange peel. Full-fruit harmony
of dark berries and blackcurrants (bud, leaf and flower). Gingerbread notes:
clove and cinnamon embraced by sweet vanilla. Oriental forests: woody notes of
myrrh, undergrowth and rancio.
Mouthfeel:
Silky-smooth and subtle attack, followed by richer, more substantial flavours.
Harmonious notes of blackcurrant and woodland undergrowth encounter tones of
gingerbread and orange peel. The Grande Champagne eaux-de-vie bring strength
and structure. An exquisite, lingering finish or “peacock’s tail” effect.
Serving:
An exceptional cognac to savour neat, for a sensory experience like no other.
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