One-night-only Pairing Dinner & Talk Event to be Held on Saturday, April 19th
~ Savor Exquisite Pairings of Carefully Selected Japanese Wines from Nagano’s Five Wine Valleys with Cuisine by HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA’s Head Chef ~
HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA by Onko Chishin (hereinafter referred to as La Vigne Hakuba) will host the first installment of a special event showcasing the appeal of Japanese wine on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
Originally, this event was scheduled to feature a talk show with Mr. Toyoo Tamamura, owner of Villa d’Est Winery Co., Ltd. (located in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture, hereinafter referred to as Villa d’Est Winery), who is active as an essayist and painter and operates a winery in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture. However, due to various circumstances, he will not be able to attend. In his place, Mr. Konishi, President and Representative Director of the same winery, will be present on the day.We sincerely apologize to all those who were looking forward to Mr. Tamamura’s appearance for this sudden change and ask for your understanding.
On the day, we will offer precious wines from Nagano’s five wine valleys that cannot be tasted elsewhere as pairings. Additionally, in the free tasting section, we have prepared an opportunity for you to sample rare “legendary wines.” Furthermore, please enjoy the extensive lineup of Nagano wines to the fullest while listening to Mr. Konishi’s commentary on the Shinshu Wine Valley.
Moreover, at the one-night-only pairing dinner, you can savor the exquisite marriage of carefully selected wines from Nagano Wine Valley with French cuisine crafted by La Vigne Hakuba’s head chef, Hamano, utilizing ingredients nurtured by Shinshu’s rich soil.
Furthermore, we are also offering a special accommodation package that combines this event with a stay at La Vigne Hakuba.
We continue to look forward to your participation from the bottom of our hearts.
■about Mr. Takeshi Konishi
Born in Shiga Prefecture. After completing his master’s degree at Kyoto University’s Faculty of Agriculture, he joined Takara Shuzo. He has been involved in brewing since Villa d’Est’s founding and currently leads the winery as President and Representative Director as well as Head of Cultivation and Brewing. President and Representative Director of Villa d’Est Winery.
■about HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA Head Chef Norio Hamano
After gaining experience at city hotels in Osaka and corporate guest houses, he opened his own independent business. Subsequently, through headhunting, he was involved in new openings and rebranding at hotels in Oita, Kagoshima, Tokyo, and Hokkaido, training many chefs. He served for two years as head chef of the French restaurant at “Hakuba Hotel Resort La Neige” in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture. He has won and received awards in numerous cooking competitions hosted by France. He is also active as a member of the prestigious French culinary organization Les Toques Blanches International Club, a disciple member of the Japan Escoffier Association, and a gold member of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Association. With his extensive experience and exceptional skills, he has established a solid position in the industry.
■Event Overview
- Event Name: Inviting Mr. Toyoo Tamamura for a luxurious evening. “An Evening of Tama-san’s Wine Talk and Nagano Wine Dinner”
- Venue: HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA Restaurant “LA VIGNE DINING FUDO (La Vigne Dining Fudo)”
- Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Time: Doors open 5:20 PM, Wine Talk 5:30 PM (while enjoying aperitifs), Dinner starts 6:00 PM, Expected to end around 9:00 PM
- Capacity: Limited to 40 guests (reservation required)
- Content:
Part 1: Talk session by Villa d’Est Winery Owner Mr. Tamamura
Part 2: [One-night-only special pairing dinner] Pairing dinner created by HOTEL LA VIGNE HAKUBA’s head chef
to complement Shinshu Wine Valley wines carefully selected by Mr. Tamamura
(includes 5 glasses of wine) - Price: Day trip 44,000 yen per person (tax included)
Reservations by email ([email protected]) or phone (0261-85-5166)
Accommodation: From 78,000 yen per person (tax included) / 1 night with 2 meals (double occupancy)
[Important Notes]
- Transportation service requires advance reservation, so please mention this when making your reservation.
- Please note that we may not be able to accommodate requests once capacity is reached.
- As this event serves alcoholic beverages, please be careful if you plan to drive to the venue.
■about “LA VIGNE DINING FUDO (La Vigne Dining Fudo)”
Surrounded by the magnificent nature of the Northern Alps, experience the terroir of Shinshu. We offer over 1,000 carefully selected Japanese wines, primarily from Nagano Prefecture, along with French cuisine and teppanyaki using seasonal Shinshu ingredients. Please enjoy this unique culinary experience where rich terroir and delicate craftsmanship come together.
