Tabanan, Bali -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/29/2012 -- Alila Villas Soori recently had the honour of welcoming prominent and creative winemaker, Antoine Billecart, to the island's west coast to host a special private dinner. True wine lovers would easily associate his family name with one of the first rose Champagnes made in 1830.

His family's tradition in innovative winemaking – and Champagnes – has 'sparkled' since the company's founding in 1818.

The resort hosted 12 shortlisted guests who had the privilege of being served by Antoine at an exceptional feast. The event saw him cooking off for the high profile patrons and entertaining them with the Billecart-Salmon Champagnes he specifically brought in for this rare, fun and ‘sparkling’ occasion.

Together with Alila’s splendid Executive Chef Ashton Hall, Antoine presented his Billecart-Salmon Extra Brut 2004 with scallop and coral sauce and Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs NV with red snapper and basmati rice. Billecart-Salmon Nicolas Francois 2000 was superbly paired with the chicken supreme and seasonal vegetables, and the Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose NV 2008 with the poached pears and gateau of rose biscuits.

To take part in special and sumptuous highlights like this, feel free to contact us for upcoming culinary journeys and lavish events at Alila Villas Soori!

About Alila Villas Soori
Alila Villas Soori gives the sophisticated traveller the option to stay at blissful and stylish luxury villas in Bali. Located along the southwest coast of Bali, in the Tabanan Regency, the resort is just 20 minutes from Tanah Lot temple, and over an hour from Ngurah Rai International Airport. Set in one of Bali’s most fertile and picturesque regions, Alila Villas Soori lies between beautiful black-sand beaches and verdant rice terraces, with the mystical Mount Batukaru in the distant horizon. Designed by Singapore-based SCDA Architects, Alila Villas Soori is an inspired expression of contemporary Asian architecture that blends seamlessly with the lush surroundings of its tropical beachfront setting, and which has been designed, constructed and managed in accordance with Green Globe international environmental standards. Discover serenity, ultimate relaxation and pure luxury at these luxury Villas. Bali features stunning views that make the whole experience truly unforgettable.

ALILA
Lifestyle Collection
Alila Hotels and Resorts offer stylish, relaxing environments with surprisingly different lifestyle concepts and guest experiences that are continuously redefined by the latest developments in design and living. The Alila Experience is centredon building unique “emotional moments" between the guest, the hotel and destination. The name Alila is derived from Sanskrit meaning ‘surprise’.

ALILA VILLAS
Crafted Luxury
Alila Villas represent Alila’s new generation of ultra-luxurious yet sustainable developments in some of the most spectacular locations offering an unprecedented level of private space, design and architecture, personalised hospitality and destination experiences that set it apart. Designed by award-winning teams of architects, interior designers and artisans, an Alila Villas project is the only brand that is designed, built and operated to EarthCheck standards - integrating the natural, physical and cultural elements of its environment.

Currently, Alila is continuing to develop exciting new hotels and resorts in China, India, Indochina, Oman, Vietnam and Portugal. Alila Hotels and Resorts are members of Design Hotels, properties selected for creative style and outstanding design.

http://www.alilahotels.com