Kimpton's Happier Hour
At the end of every day, we set aside an hour for our guests. Each hotel's General Manager offers you a delicious glass of wine, and encourages you to wind down and share your day's experiences. No other hotel company offers you this kind of quality time. Why do we? Because Bill Kimpton wanted it this way.
A Reflection Of Bill Kimpton's Personal Style. Back in 1981, Bill personally watched over every aspect of each guest's stay in his hotel. He made a point of greeting everyone with a glass of wine at the end of the day. We've carried on the tradition of his warm welcome. At our Hosted Evening Wine Hour,* you can mingle and relax, downloading your stories of the day's events and adventures, meeting other guests, and transitioning into a night out.
We Like To Mix It Up. While sharing a glass of wine communicates our sense of care and comfort, Kimpton Wine Hours are a whole lot of fun, too. You'll meet people who are a lot like you, along with guests from other countries and cultures. You may learn how to "grock" a work of art or make a killer margarita. You could get a Tarot reading or meet a local author. It's all in a spirit of playfulness that makes being on the road more enjoyable.
Evolving A Sense Of Involvement. For years now, we've been highlighting different global wines every month, focusing more and more on socially- responsible wineries. This year, Emily Wines, our Master Sommelier, has developed a selection called "Wines That Care."
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The art of the drink at Kimpton Style. Gifts for the wine lovers and mixologists in your life. Your friends will salud your exquisite taste. |
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Wines That Care
Our 2012 wineries feature selections that are a delightful combination of worldly and wise. Each winery has been selected, not just for its great-tasting wines, but for its social consciousness. Once again, we have Bill Kimpton to thank for the idea. He practiced sustainable business long before that idea caught on. Today, all our hotels and restaurants work with other companies that share our values, and our intention is to live up to your standards, too. |
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| JANUARY TASTING NOTES: BANFI VINTNERS |
Frontera Cabernet Sauvignon
Made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenere grapes. Cabernet Sauvignon offers character and complexity, while Carmenere adds softer tannins and elegance. Ruby-red in color with aromas of red plums, vanilla and chocolate. Medium bodied with dry plum flavors and soft tannins.
Frontera Sauvignon Blanc
Made from a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillón grapes. Sauvignon Blanc provides complex aromas, and elegance, while Semillón is added for freshness, fruitiness, and balance. Bright greenish yellow in color with aromas of peaches and apples, this wine is light, fresh and balanced.
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Meet Emily Wines, MS
Master Sommelier and Director of Wines, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
A woman with the surname "Wines" becomes an acclaimed sommelier? It must be destiny. As a newly-minted Master Sommelier, Emily Wines now serves as Master Sommelier and Director of Wines for all Kimpton Restaurants. Here's how she sees her relationship to Wines That Care: "I've selected wineries from around the world that not only make good wine, but are also socially- or ecologically-conscientious. The partnering wineries give back to the community, and in doing so, exemplify our beliefs at Kimpton that even the little things can add up to big change."
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* The Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Francisco is unable to participate in the Hosted Evening Wine Hour.
