This Monday the Terra Nova hotel officially opened the doors to Kingston's latest chill spot, after a hectic week of pre-launch events. What I love is the emphasis and detail that proprietor Michelle Hussey has placed on the wine programme. From the customer-facing wine cellar all the way to the customised glasses that facilitate the extra generous wine-pouring sizes only found at Terra Nova.
This very interesting‘enclave’ makes you feel that you can be there, but be in your own little world at the same time.
(L-R) Bollinger La Grande Année, Conundrum Red Blend and Dom Pérignon Brut
Independent Marketing & Communications Consultants Nasma Chin (left) and Nicole Pandohie (centre) exhale with Michelle Hussey, Terra Nova’s GM.
Regency Bar & Lounge has a number of comfortable spaces inviting you to relax and unwind.
Comfy lounge space with the impresive wine cellar in the background.
Nadine Burrowes-Seaga (left) with Neadene Tufton. (PHOTOS: CHRISTOPHER RECKORD)
(L-R) Taittinger Blanc de Blanc Comtes. Conundrum Red Blend 2010. CPJ poured Bollinger Special Cuvée at its recent pre-opening party.
Karin Wilson-Edmonds and her brother Steve Wilson arrive at the Bollinger Champagne party at the Regency Bar & Lounge.
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A wine list is always under development; however with wines from 12 countries, made from all the major grape varietals, the list that I saw is off to a great start. I don't think that there is any other entertainment establishment in the country where a wine lover is able to find Champagnes such as Bollinger La Grande Année, Taittinger Blanc de Blanc Comtes, Dom Pérignon Brut and Armand de Brignac Gold Brut all on one wine list.
Bollinger Night
Last week, Caribbean Producers Jamaica hosted a fantastic Champagne night featuring Bollinger that flowed non-stop all night. It was a Champagne lover's paradise. The Regency Bar and Lounge will offer Bollinger Special Cuvée, Bollinger Rosé and very special Bollinger La Grande Année.
Gather a few friends and check out the elegant new Regency Bar & Lounge!
Christopher Reckord - Businessman, Entrepreneur & Wine Enthusiast. Send your questions and comments to creckord@gmail.com. Follow us on twitter: @Reckord