Freddie Evening PLUS

An evening at a winegrower’s estate in the beautiful Lavaux region

The estate’s first vineyards were acquired in 1779. Today, the fourth generation continues the family’s winemaking tradition in the heart of Lavaux.

A private bus takes you from Montreux to Chexbres. The family welcomes you to their estate and shows you around the 16th-century cellar, with its large oak casks, some more than a hundred years old.

With its terraced vineyards descending towards Lake Geneva, its traditional villages and the mountains on the horizon, Lavaux offers some of Switzerland’s most striking scenery. This UNESCO World Heritage region forms a picture-postcard landscape, shaped over the centuries by the work of winegrowers.

After the tour, enjoy a tasting of several wines, including the renowned Saint-Saphorin, with the owner. Freddie Mercury was particularly fond of this Lavaux wine during his stays in Montreux. According to Peter Freestone, he even had cases delivered to Garden Lodge, his London home.

Let yourself be surprised by a meal served at the table in several tasting courses. Prepared by La Gamme L using regional, seasonal produce, it showcases typical Swiss specialities and the flavours of the region.

During the meal, Peter, Freddie Mercury’s personal assistant for more than ten years, and Terry, his driver and bodyguard, will share their memories and answer your questions, in an atmosphere that encourages conversation.