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Experience the Life of a Parisian

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On this five-day experience exclusive to Clos19, become immersed in French excellence and the art of hosting. Dine at iconic, Michelin-starred Parisian restaurants and a privately owned château. Seek out one-of-a-kind antiques in charming open-air markets. And discover the secrets of etiquette, fashion, patisserie and perfumery with the experts. You’ll find everything you need to know to become the ultimate host – all accompanied by the finest champagnes, wines and spirits from Clos19.

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L’Art de Vivre: The Art of French Living in Paris

Highlights of your art de vivre experience:

Accommodation in a private apartment in the heart of Paris, with a chauffeur at your service
Meals at Michelin-starred restaurants, as well as in a private apartment and hosted by a Michelin-starred chef, and on board a yacht as you float along the river Seine
A cocktail masterclass at one of Paris’s trendiest bars
A morning hunting for treasure at the world-famous Saint Ouen flea market, with guidance from an antiques expert
An exclusive visit with a renowned designer of porcelain dinnerware for a lesson in French etiquette and traditional table setting
Exploration of France’s perfume culture and an olfactory workshop at the iconic Guerlain Salon
A visit to a private apartment to seek out and sample the rarest bottles
A session with a fashion expert who will select items to suit your taste, followed by a pastry-making session at the Ritz
Private dining at the historic, 17th-century Château de Janvry outside of Paris, in the company of the owner

This product can only be purchased by persons over 18 years of age.

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To book this experience or to find out about additional tailored options, please call us on 0800 58 92 681 2755 or email kontakt@clos19.com.

Full Itinerary

What your art de vivre experience in Paris could look like:

Day 1: Arrival in Paris

On arrival in Paris, a chauffeur will transfer you via a sleek luxury car to a private apartment in the very heart of the city, where a private butler will welcome you with an apéritif.

In the evening, a special dinner at La Tour d’Argent – one of Paris’s most celebrated restaurants – awaits. An exclusive and intimate visit to the wine cellar will precede the meal. Normally closed to the public, it is home to more than 420,000 bottles – one of the world’s largest collections. Michelin-starred Chef Philippe Labbé will prepare your meal, with Clos19 wine pairings. The evening will draw to a close with a glass of champagne on the rooftop of the restaurant, with its incredible views over Paris to Notre Dame.

Day 2: French Etiquette & Private Dinner with a Michelin-Starred Chef

Begin with a lesson in etiquette from renowned tableware designer and porcelain artist Marie Dâage, who will guide you through the refined behaviors that can elevate a meal, and how the right tableware will set the scene. A chef will prepare lunch especially for the occasion in Madame Dâage’s apartment, with Clos19 wines and champagnes to accompany your meal.

This afternoon is your chance to explore the city, with your chauffeur at your service, or simply relax in your private apartment.

Dinner will be hosted by Thomas Boullault in a private apartment. Chef at L’Arôme, Boullault is one of the youngest people to gain a Michelin star, at age 28. He will be joined by our Clos19 expert sommelier who will guide you through the Clos19 wines paired with your meal.

Day 3: The Art of Glassware & Cocktails

Paris is almost as famous for its antiques markets as it is for food and wine, and today you will explore one of the city’s finest – Saint Ouen – under the guidance of a local expert. Hunt for rare pieces of tableware and glassware amid the labyrinthine open-air stalls. Enjoy lunch – accompanied by Ruinart Blanc de Blancs – at the modern yet cozy Ma Cocotte.

After lunch, your chauffeur will take you to Danico, nominated bar of the year in 2016 by L’Express magazine, where mixologist Thibault Mequignon will lead a cocktail masterclass exploring how flavors, textures and visuals combine to create the perfect drink. Try your hand at making your favorite.

End the day with a cruise along the Seine on board a private yacht. Gently glide past the world’s most recognizable monuments, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and Le Grand Palais, while you enjoy a sumptuous dinner with Clos19 wines to match.

Day 4: Guerlain Experience & a tasting experience in a secret apartment

Guerlain perfumes are world-renowned, and this morning you have the chance to experience first-hand why. At the historic Guerlain Salon on the Champs Elysées, you will embark on a sensory journey spanning two centuries. Discover with the assistance of Guerlain’s experts the relationship between perfumes and spirits.

Lunch will be at the spectacular Le Divellec, Mathieu Pacaud’s Michelin-starred restaurant, where you will be taken behind the scenes to see how the kitchen of an award-winning establishment operates.

After lunch, which will be accompanied by perfectly paired Clos19 wines, travel to your next exclusive experience – a visit to a private apartment (the location of which is a well-guarded secret) to seek out and sample the rarest bottles. Here you will be welcomed by an expert to lead you through a special tasting session.

Your evening will end with a private dining experience in your apartment: a chef and a sommelier will create a memorable meal for you.

Day 5: Luxury Shopping & Pastry Class

No trip to Paris is complete without a spot of shopping, and we have arranged the ultimate retail experience – your own fashion expert from 24 Sèvres, Le Bon Marché’s new online destination. This personal shopper will bring a selection of outfits for you to try in your private apartment – in your size, of course, and based on a pre-trip questionnaire. It could be the perfect opportunity to discover a new you. Amid this shopping extravaganza, enjoy a champagne lunch from La Grande Epicerie de Paris, one of the city’s finest food emporiums.

This afternoon, travel to the Ecole Ritz Escoffier for a pastry-making class. You’ll discover how to make macarons, choux or chocolate pastries – an art that takes years to perfect – that will impress and delight guests at your next dinner party.

For your final evening, you’ll be whisked to a private dinner at Château de Janvry. Set within an area of astounding natural beauty an hour from Paris, the château’s exceptional setting is the perfect location for a night of sophistication and grandeur. Hosted by Baronne Reille, whose family has owned the château since it was built in the 17th century, you’ll enjoy a refined dinner in French style, with candlelit and butler service. To end this spectacular journey, the finest Clos19 spirits will be served in the billiard room.

Pricing & Options

Prices on application. To discuss the options available in this experience, get in touch with a Clos19 Customer Care advisor. Please note that all dates and planned activities may vary depending on availability and are subject to weather conditions in New Zealand. This experience is scheduled for 7-17 December 2018 without exception.

Terms & Conditions

This experience is organised by 1889 Travel (“Third Party”).

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By making a booking, you agree for yourself and on behalf of each person named in your booking that, you are over 18 years old, you have read and agree to our Terms & Conditions and to the Third Party Terms that apply to this experience and you confirm that you have read our Privacy & Cookies Notice and the Privacy Statement of the Third Party.

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