Event description
In line with the 2025 Promotion Plan, Wines of Portugal will host a wine pairing lunch on July 7th in the Belgian market, in the Ghent region.
This is an exclusive charm initiative aimed at top sommeliers, with the main objective of reinforcing the visibility of Portuguese wines in this market and encouraging their presence in renowned restaurants within the mid-high and high-end segments, across different gastronomic styles.
Andy de Brouwer will be the host sommelier, guiding the 15 invited sommeliers on a gastronomic journey, sharing his passions, experiences and techniques as each wine and dish is introduced—showcasing the versatility and diversity that Portuguese wines have to offer.
This lunch will take place at Fabriek Botaniek, ensuring we reach the right audience through a premium experience.
General Information:
Format: Wine pairing lunch with Belgian cuisine, lasting approximately 2h30
Target audience: 15 top sommeliers
Date: July 7th, 2025
Venue: Fabriek Botaniek
Number of wines presented: 12 references
List of invited sommeliers:
- Femke Colembie – Restaurant Julien
- Henri Vanbeselaere – Restaurant Castor
- Sara Adam – Freelance
- Kenzo Lauwereins – Restaurant Vlass
- Jasper Van Papeghem – Freelance
- Stijn Van der Beken – Atlantico Wijnbar
- Tineke Van der Beken – Atlantico Wijnbar
- Arnaud Vanhaverbeke – Restaurant VIER & Freelance
- Valerie Goedertier – Restaurant OAK
- Niels De Groote – Restaurant Vinha Grande
- Alvinya Van de Weghe – Restaurant Vinha Grande
- Anca Petrescu – Freelance
- Julien Coustenoble – Restaurant 't Schuitje
- David Grosdent – Restaurant L'Envie
- Antoine Lehebel – The Fine Wine Gang
