Château Élan Winery & Resort–the award-winning winery and culinary destination in the rolling foothills of North Georgia–is proud to announce the resort’s inaugural Culinary & Wine Classic, set to take place on November 10, 2024, from noon to 5 p.m. This premier event promises an afternoon of unparalleled culinary excellence and fine wine, complimented by live entertainment as well as an appearance and tastings from award-winning chef Kevin Gillespie. Tickets are available for purchase now through Sept. 30 for an early-bird price of $350; Oct. 1 and beyond tickets will be available for $400.
The Château Élan Culinary & Wine Classic will feature an exciting lineup of programming designed for the most discerning tastemakers and connoisseurs. The day will include a vibrant array of entertainment, artisanal tastings from celebrity chef Kevin Gillespie–Jame’s Beard Foundation’s Best Chef: Southeast semifinalist and finalist as well as fan favorite on Bravo’s “Top Chef” season six + finalist on “Top Chef All-Stars,” decadent bites from Chateau Elan chefs as well as vertical and specialty wine samplings, throughout multiple locations on property. In addition to the epicurean and entertainment contributions, there will be live art performances and a collaborative painting exhibit, intertwining visual artistry with culinary excellence. Under the guidance of esteemed master winemaker, Simone Bergese, the opening ceremony promises to be a spectacle of refinement and charm followed by unique wine involvements including private tastings and the rare opportunity to create your own bespoke wine blend to enjoy long after the event.
“We are thrilled to showcase the very first Château Élan Culinary & Wine Classic and bring together such a remarkable afternoon of entertainment and opulence,” said Will Rumfelt, Director of Marketing at Château Élan Winery & Resort. “This event is a celebration of fine dining, exceptional wine, and the joy of coming together as a community to experience the very best in culinary arts, unlike we ever have before.”
As the day draws to a close, the enchanting closing ceremony will intricately tie together the threads of this exceptional event, leaving guests with a lasting impression of ChateauElan’s exquisite offerings. The Château Élan Culinary & Wine Classic is an unparalleled experience and a must-attend for those who seek the epitome of epicurean refinement and celebration.
Tickets for the Château Élan Culinary & Wine Classic are available for purchase through the resort website at events.chateauelan.com/event/culinarywineclassic/. Expected to draw food and wine enthusiasts from across the region, the Château Élan Culinary & Wine Classic promises a journey of enchantment and sophistication, where every detail is meticulously curated for refined palates and artistry aficionados.
For more information about the Château Élan Culinary & Wine Classic or to purchase tickets, please visit www.chateauelan.com or contact the reservation team at reservations@chateauelan.com
About Château Élan Winery & Resort
Located on 3,500 acres of sprawling rolling hills and wooded forests, Château Élan Winery & Resort reigns as North Georgia’s premier destination resort. The resort is home to one of the region’s largest award-winning wineries - Château Élan Winery - located just steps away from guest rooms, offering more than 30 wines produced from grapes on the resort’s vineyard. Château Élan features various activities across the resort to pique guests’ interest, from afternoon tea to eucalyptus steam rooms, culinary classes and beyond. Guests can also partake in various attractions including Château Élan Golf Club’s 45-hole course, a serene Spa at Château Élan experience, the Château Élan Racquet Club andbeyond. There are eight restaurants onsite for guests to indulge in, ranging from a traditional Irish restaurant to a casual American eatery with French influence, a wellness-inspired dining experience and more. With more than 50,000 square feet of newly renovated meeting spaces, Château Élan provides an elegant, customizable destination forcorporate meetings, events, weddings and more. Groups can choose from various meeting spaces across the resort - including ballrooms, the Golf Pavilion and indoor andoutdoor venues and dining destinations. For more information on Château Élan visit www.chateauelan.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram.