Provence comes to Covent Garden with Château La Coste and One Aldwych
London, 20th June 2024 – As all eyes turn to the Paris Olympics this summer, the Lobby Bar at One Aldwych brings a much-loved French tradition – l’heure de l’apéro – to London’s Covent Garden, with a helping hand from Provence’s Château La Coste.
The estate’s rosé will be poured from magnums, accompanied by platters of irresistible French bites – think charred aubergine with rosemary and thyme, and grilled courgettes with lemon, pink peppercorns and lavender… Apéro hour is close to sacrosanct in France and especially in the balmy South – when friends come together – to keep in touch, share news and kick off the night, over drinks and nibbles.
Amidst cypresses, stone pines, ancient olive trees and oaks, Château La Coste’s wine estate, 20 minutes from Aix-en-Provence, celebrates a wine making tradition that dates back to Roman times. The vineyard has seven restaurants, including Michelin starred ‘Hélène Darroze à Villa La Coste’. Just like One Aldwych, art features prominently here, with an extensive artspace currently exhibiting works by Damien Hirst. And like One Aldwych, sustainability is a big priority. All the wines are biodynamic and organic, delivered overseas by sailboat. The estate also operates an extensive water recapture facility.
Janine Marshall, Managing Director of One Aldwych said:
“We are thrilled to be working with Château La Coste to bring sunshine and rosé to our guests this summer. Like One Aldwych, Château La Coste is privately owned and run – with art and sustainability at its heart.”
Daniel Story – UK Director of Château La Cost, continued:
“On behalf of Château La Coste, we are very pleased to partner with One Aldwych and to bring a touch of Provence to the hotel this summer. Our estate rosé is perfect to be enjoyed alongside their menu and I look forward to seeing the success of this into the summer and beyond.”
Outside, a glorious display of flowers, created by One Aldwych’s resident florist Mark Siredzuk and inspired by the sun-drenched vineyards of Côtes de Provence, spills out of baskets all around the hotel’s front door. The blush-pink roses and sweet lavender set the scene for a very relaxed, Provençal rendezvous. Santé!
Apéro at One – £65 for two – includes a sharing plate and a glass of Château La Coste Rosé.
Available from 3pm to 11pm every day all summer.
Please visit Apéro at One (onealdwych.com) | Tel: 020 7300 1000
For more information and images: onealdwych@the-mcollective.com
One Aldwych – Covent Garden’s cultured, independent hotel – a true modern oasis, privately-owned, standing proud within the distinctive, stand-alone, triangular building, former home of the Morning Post newspaper, at the point where the City meets the West End. With stunning contemporary interiors, embellished with Art Nouveau flourishes inspired by the building and spirited English touches, the hotel is warm, welcoming and a little unconventional. Covent Garden’s neighbourhood restaurant, Indigo, is the home of simply delicious dishes, using ingredients from the best British independent producers. Other features include the Lobby Bar, The Library, 30-seat Screening Room and Health Club with its chlorine-free swimming pool, spa and gym.
https://www.onealdwych.com/
Château La Coste is a 600-acre sculpture park, art destination and organic winery in Provence. The estate rosé is available online through its distributor Wanderlust and at the independent wine merchant, Philglas and Swiggot, Clapham, London.
https://chateau-la-coste.com/en
