“Wine is poetry in a bottle,” said Robert Louis Stevenson. And there’s no better place to savour the poetry of Spanish fine wine, praised even by Shakespeare, than the enchanting islands of the Maldives. THE OZEN COLLECTION will host a series of exclusive masterclasses showcasing the finest vintages of Bodegas Viñatigo, where the art of winemaking meets the art of island living.
Wine connoisseurs and lovers of sophisticated luxury can experience Bodegas Viñátigo Wine Masterclasses from November 18 to 20 at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO and from November 22 to 24 at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI. Part of the ultra-luxurious holiday packages of the two resorts, these exclusive events are hosted by Bodegas Viñátigo owners Juan Mendez and his son Jorge Mendez. From luxurious restaurants set over jewel-like aquamarine lagoons to bohemian beach clubs and vibrant palm-fringed bars, discover the most unique places to taste wine.
The wines on display are from Bodegas Viñatigo, the most natural and unique in the world, highlighting the unique characteristics of Tenerife’s indigenous, ungrafted vines, most of which date back centuries. Sip on a crisp Viñatigo Liston Blanco or a powerful Viñatigo Tintilla and let yourself be transported to the rugged volcanic slopes of the Canary Islands. Each glass tells a story of the land.
Led by the resort’s expert sommelier, who has personally visited Tenerife, guests will learn to discern the subtle characteristics that distinguish each wine, train their palate to discern subtle flavors, and choose the perfect pairing to complement any meal. The masterclass will also introduce guests to Bodegas Viñatigo’s unparalleled sustainable wine-growing methods.
Nicholas Raghetto, Wine Director at Atmosphere Core, shares his excitement: “We import wines directly from wineries all over the world. Over the past three years, we have focused on establishing a ‘wine culture’ within the company by partnering with family-owned wineries whose approach to winemaking is focused on terroir and embodies our company philosophy of ‘the joy of giving.’ Through this initiative, we became the first winery to import and serve Canarian wines to the Maldives, sourced from Bodegas Viñatigo, acclaimed fifth generation winemakers in Tenerife, Canary Islands. This November, we are thrilled to welcome winery owner and Canarian Wine Appellation President Juan Jesus and his son Jorge to the third edition of the Bodegas Viñatigo Masterclass at THE OZEN COLLECTION.” This will transform our two luxury resorts into epicurean treasure islands of pure luxury.”
Surrounded by the natural beauty of the islands of Bolifushi and Maadhoo, you’ll find yourself moving to the rhythm of fine wine, not just tasting it but also experiencing the land, history and craftsmanship it embodies. For those who can’t make it in November, the resort offers weekly and monthly in-resort wine experiences and special vintages from Bodegas Viñatigo throughout the year, all included in the RESERVE plan at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI and the INDULGENCE plan at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO.
