Surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters, the beautiful private islands of Ozen Reserve Bolifushi and Ozen Life Maadhoo are quietly revolutionising the wining and dining experience in the Maldives. Once again unfolding on these heavenly shores is an enriching journey with Champagne House Guy Charbaud: a wine tasting masterclass and a journey into the sublime.
Daughter Hélène Charbaud, the fourth generation of the Champagne Charbaud family, is dedicated to delivering the depth of the terroir with minimal intervention and an innovative approach to natural wines. Making its debut in the Maldives this year is La Crayeres, a limited production cuvée of Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Champagne. The Champagne Presentation Class extravaganza will take place from 21st to 23rd October at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO and from 25th to 27th October at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI.
The Guy Charbaud family have been artisanal winegrowers for four generations, guarding the reputation and quality of their produce. In 1936, his grandfather André planted the first vines in Mareuil-sur-Ay, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the heart of Champagne.
Xavier and Nathalie Charbaud will be showcasing their finest prestige champagnes, including the renowned “La Craiere”, on their fourth visit with The Ozen Collection. Guests staying on the two private islands will have the privilege of joining the couple for a degustation dinner that includes champagne pairings, an elegant soirée and a blind tasting experience. Whether you are just beginning to explore the champagne scene or are a wine lover, these tasting experiences will enhance your private island getaway. Lively conversation, delicious food and the finest champagnes to the rhythm of the sea will create an evening to warm the soul.
Nicolas Raguette, Wine Director at Atmosphere Core, said: “Hélène’s approach of single-plot vinification in oak barrels, with minimal inputs into the wine, is remarkable. From vineyard to cellar, every step is taken with respect and intervention is kept to a minimum. This innovative, sustainable, ‘pristine’ philosophy resonates deeply with our values as pioneers in Maldives holiday itineraries and redefining wine tourism in this exceptional luxury destination.”
Travelers at both resorts will enjoy curated holiday plans – Ozen Reserve Bolifushi’s RESERVE™ Plan and Ozen Life Maadhoo’s INDULGENCE™ Plan – that incorporate all the experiences and luxuries for a memorable getaway. At Ozen Reserve Bolifushi, pristine white sand beaches, calming jade gardens and luxurious private villas attract discerning travelers from around the world, while Ozen Life Maadhoo, the brand’s first resort, offers a vibrant island lifestyle with serene days spent in luxury villas and pool bars. Guests at both resorts can sip champagne and venture out onto the open sea with a team of marine experts and dive instructors to explore shipwreck ruins, coral reefs and the ocean’s magnificent secrets.
