ANDONI LUIS ADURIZ, NEW GASTRONOMY MANAGER

AT THE HOTEL ABADÍA RETUERTA LeDOMAINE

The San Sebastian-born chef, holder of two Michelin stars, and his team will be responsible for gastronomy management at this hotel, situated in Sa rdón de Duero

Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine , a luxury hotel in the Ribera del Duero region of the province of Valladolid, and which has been open since March, has recently appointed Andoni Luis Aduriz (holder of two Michelin stars for his Mugaritz restaurant) as its new advisor and head of its gastronomy management team. When offered the opportunity to form an alliance with Andoni Luis Aduriz’s Mugartiz restaurant, Andrés Araya, General Manager at the Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine , didn’t hesitate. “I’ve been longing to work with Andoni Luis Aduriz for many years now. His outstanding career and international reputation have positioned him among the world’s finest chefs, according to the S. Pellegrino List, published by top UK magazine Restaurant, and Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine fully trusts his experience and know-how”, Araya explains. Andoni Luis Aduriz, gastronomy manager at Abadía Re tuerta LeDomaine Andoni’s talent and his manner of conceptualising his art and culinary vision immediately won over LeDomaine. Following this latest addition to the team, the complex has now achieved its objective of offering top quality wine tourism in a matchless setting where, in addition to producing outstanding wines, there is also a clear commitment to providing a superb culinary offer, backed by the outstanding reputation and trajectory of Andoni Luis Aduriz. A fabulous offer that is rounded off by the magnificent standards of service our customers receive. This is Andoni Luis Aduriz’s first and only venture into the gastronomy management of a restaurant. LeDomaine’s restaurant will be taking a new gastronomic direction, based on creative, contemporary cuisine backed up by local ingredients and producers. Aduriz is currently immersed in an in-depth reflection into the vast culinary wealth and potential of the area in which LeDomaine is located. Indeed, the aim of this San Sebastian-born chef is to create a coherent and feasible selection of dishes, whilst keeping his sights firmly set on unfailing standards of excellence.

Aduriz’s forthcoming projects include the presentation of his book, entitled Mugaritz, la cocina como ciencia natural, published by RBA, which relates the history of one of Spanish cuisine’s most influential restaurants. This work features texts written by Andoni Luis Aduriz accompanied by magnificent photographs, as well as recipes that transmit the hallmark qualities of Mugaritz. A book guaranteed not to disappoint lovers of fine cuisine everywhere nor those curious to discover what goes on behind the scenes at one of the world’s finest restaurants. The chef at Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine: Pablo Monter o Pablo Montero is set to take over as head chef at LeDomaine restaurant, linked to the prestigious Abadía Retuerta winery. This outstanding chef acquired much of his skill and know-how from the team at Mugaritz, and today possesses the experience and capacity to apply the philosophy created by Andoni Luis Aduriz to this project. Pablo Montero, who has trained in some of the finest internationally-renowned restaurants, holders of Michelin stars, bases his culinary creations on the inclusion of a creative twist to tradition and the use of locally-grown ingredients, highlights of which include vegetables, herbs and shoots all grown in the estate’s kitchen gardens. The Menu The LeDomaine restaurant can be likened to the Mugaritz in that there will be no single ‘star’ dish; instead, the menu will be characterised by its compact and varied choice, in accordance with the produce available at the local markets. Suckling lamb, rabbit, Iberian game, vegetables and herbs freshly picked from the kitchen gardens, sheep’s milk…these are just a few of the local ingredients that are set to inspire the culinary masterpieces cooked up at LeDomaine. Highlights include braised rice with rabbit and cuttlefish, a casserole of tender roast spring onions with marrow and locally-picked wild mushrooms, an exciting new take on Turresilano Rooster breast served with a creamy crayfish sauce; baked turbot with a chard and chrysanthemum powder garnish; crispy pork crackling with a frozen cream of Abadía Retuerta wine; or peach slices with almond essence and a hint of ground pepper, served by the dedicated restaurant team, who share a passion for ensuring customers have the chance to savour a unique gastronomic experience. All these dishes are impeccably matched with wines produced on the estate and in the winery adjacent to the restaurant, and home to some of the region’s and indeed the world’s most priceless jewels. The local winemakers are keenly aware of the treasures they are safeguarding, and can often be seen dining in the restaurant, unmistakeable proof that quality and service do indeed go hand in hand. The restaurant Almost a thousand years ago, the monks that inhabited Abadía Retuerta would gather around the refectory table to share the meagre repasts that symbolised monastic life, whilst they listened to chants of the monk whose task was to turn the act of eating into an exercise in spirituality. Today the setting remains unchanged, although it now houses LeDomaine, an exclusive, top quality restaurant where leading winery Sardón de Duero is eager to offer lovers of fine foods and wine the chance to enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience. History and gastronomy blend into one in a new way of uplifting and enriching the spirit. The atmosphere forms an inextricable part of the gastronomic experience, which is why minute attention and care has been paid to even the smallest of details in the restaurant’s décor. The space reflects a streamlined, contemporary concept which seeks maximum integration with the building and

shuns both ostentation and an excessively countrified air. The stone walls and vaults shroud the space, creating a comfortingly intimate atmosphere and providing a backdrop for the magnificent furniture and upholstery. A 17th century frieze depicting the Last Supper presides over this imposing space. For more info about Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine Tel: +34 983 680 368 Website: www.ledomaine.es For more press info, contact INTERPROFIT Albert Arbós / Judit Buil / Mariona Hostench Tel: +34 93 467 02 32 E-Mail: judit.buil@interprofit.es; mariona.hostench@interprofit.es