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Notes from our Sommelier

As a globally renowned luxurious hotel destination, we here at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise strive to create and maintain a wine list that is regionally focused while complimenting our international wine neighbours from who we draw our inspiration.  We are pleased to offer an extensive selection of wines, everything from up and coming gems from the new world, to the classic cornerstones of the old world.

With the introduction of the Vintners Quality Alliance (VQA) program came new Canadian standards.  These standards introduced viticulture, winemaking, and labeling guidelines.  Winemakers were given a benchmark for which to aim, and the new era for Canadian wines was in full swing.  Today, the world, and most importantly, Canada, is beginning to embrace VQA wines.

Here in Lake Louise, we are committed to maintaining a list emphasizing a strong focus on quality Canadian VQA wines.  If you've been reluctant to try the new breed of Canadian wines - don't be!  From clean, crisp fresh wines to bold, intense fruit reds - Canadian wines have never been better.  From the Chateau Cellar I personally recommend:

Quail's Gate Chasslas/Pinot Blanc, Okanagan, B.C.

Blasted Church Pinot Gris, Okanagan Falls, B.C.

Suman Ridge Gewurztraminer, Okanagan, B.C.

Quail's Gate 'Family Reserve' Pinot Noir, Okanagan, B.C.

Cedar Creek Merlot, Okanagan, B,C,

Osoyoos Larose Meritage, Osoyoos, B.C.

And to top off the evening: Jackson Triggs 'Proprietors Reserve' Riesling Icewine or Gehringer Brothers Cabernet France Icewine

Wonderful on their own, but even better accompanied by classic Canadian cuisine.  Whether you are dining in the luxurious 4 diamond Fairview Dining Room, the warm and cozy Walliser Stube Swiss fondue house, or the urban and upbeat Tom Wilson Steakhouse, we are sure you will find these wines an excellent compliment to your culinary experience.  Please do not hesitate to request myself, Tarrah MacPherson to further assist you in making the perfect selection for your dining experience.  If you have any questions prior to your arrival, please do not hesitate to contact me at:

Tarrah.MacPherson@fairmont.com

Please indulge and enjoy!

Tarrah

Our Sommelier

Tarrah MacPherson

With 10 years of hospitality experience paying her way through school, Tarrah MacPherson gradually developed her passion and palate for wine through exposure.  After completing an Accounting degree, Tarrah quickly realized that wine and food was where she wanted to channel her talents and skills.  A determined and natural academic, Tarrah acquired a "Wines and Spirits Educations Trust" Higher Certificate during her travel work experience in London, UK in 2002.  Tarrah then went on to acquire the "Certified Sommelier with Distinction" diploma through the Association of Sommeliers of the Atlantic Provinces in 2003.  In 2004, Tarrah became a member of CAPS "Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers" and through them completed the "Wines of Italy" certificate in 2005.

Tarrah continued her career with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in May 2005 as a server/sommelier in the Walliser Stube.  She was then promoted to her current position of Tom Wilson Steakhouse manager.

Wine Tasting Seminars & Dinners

With the ever-increasing wine savvy world, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise would like to offer you the services of our certified Sommeliers.

From wine pairings, wine educational seminars, to a full service sommelier dining experience, we can tailor their wine expertise to your program.

Wine tasting seminars begin at $25 per person depending on variety and group size.  Wine pairing dinners with Sommelier services and commentary begin at $350.