CulinaryAugust 29, 2024
A Wine Sojourn from One Island to Another at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI and OZEN LIFE MAADHOO
At THE OZEN COLLECTION, the art of winemaking meets the art of inspired island living in a series of extraordinary masterclasses that showcase Bodegas Viñátigo’s most exquisite vintages. Wine connoisseurs and lovers of sophisticated indulgence can experience the Bodegas Viñátigo Wine Masterclasses from 18 to 20 November 2024 at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO and from 22 to 24 November at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI. Included within the ultra-luxury Holiday Plans of the two resorts, these exclusive events will be hosted by Bodegas Viñátigo’s owner, Juan Mendez, and his son, Jorge Mendez. Discover the most unique places to savour wine, from lavish restaurants perched over jewel-toned aquamarine lagoons to bohemian beach clubs and lively palm-fringed bars.
On showcase will be world’s most naturally unique wines of Bodegas Viñátigo that highlight the unique character of Tenerife’s autochthonous grapes from ungrafted vines, most of which date back centuries. Feel yourself transported to the rugged volcanic slopes of the Canary Islands as you sip a crisp Viñátigo Listán Blanco or a bold Viñátigo Tintilla, each glass telling a story of the land.
Guided by expert resort sommeliers who have visited Tenerife themselves, guests will learn to identify the subtle characteristics that make each wine distinctive, train their palates to discern nuanced flavours, and choose the perfect pairings to elevate every meal. The masterclasses will also shed light on Bodegas Viñátigo’s unmatched sustainable wine growing practices.
Nicolas Laguette, Director of Wines at Atmosphere Core, is excited about the company’s approach to wine. Over the past three years, they have focused on building an in-house ‘Wine Culture’ by partnering with family-owned wineries that reflect their ethos of ‘Joy of Giving’ and are deeply connected to their terroir. This initiative allowed them to become the first to import Canary Wine into the Maldives, sourced from Bodegas Viñátigo, a renowned fifth-generation winery in Tenerife. This November, they are pleased to welcome Mr. Juan Jesús, the owner and president of the Canary Wine appellation, and his son Jorge for the third series of Bodegas Viñátigo Masterclasses at THE OZEN COLLECTION. Their two luxury resorts will be transformed into a paradise for epicureans, offering an unparalleled indulgent experience.
As you lose yourself in the rhythm of fine wine, surrounded by the natural beauty of Bolifushi and Maadhoo islands, you will not just taste the wine—you will feel the land, the history, and the craftsmanship that it embodies. For those who can’t make it in November, the resorts feature weekly and monthly in-resort wine experiences and exceptional vintages from Bodegas Viñátigo included within the RESERVETM Plan at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI and INDULGENCETM Plan at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO all year round.
For more information, please visit OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, OZEN LIFE MAADHOO, and THE OZEN COLLECTION. For details about wine, you may visit Bodegas Viñátigo.
