06 Aug 2013
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort is pleased to welcome Sommelier David Stevens-Castro to the role of Sommelier and Maitre'd at the resort's signature restaurant The Fireplace.
Originally from Chile and with a degree in Agricultural Science majoring in Enology and Fruit Production, and a level 2 Certificate of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust for Sommeliers, David's exceptional service and wine knowledge will be paramount when it comes to the guests overall dining experience.
Since arriving last month, David has been busy working with with Executive Sous Chef Parashuram Patak on the new degustation menus for The Fireplace and is working closely with suppliers to create some specialist wine tasting events.
David is a well known Independant Wine expert specialising in wines from Chile and Argentina and also writes for a number of wine publications. Prior to joining InterContinental, David worked at Salt Grill in Surfers Paradise and Pepper's Resort Byron Bay.
David's favourite wine region in Australia is Margaret River and with champagne being his all time favourite it's only fitting that his favourite wine region in the world is Champagne, France.
In his new role David looks forward to leading The Fireplace team to deliver fine dining service and to work closely with Executive Sous Chef Parashuram Pathak and the to see the restaurant evolve to new levels.
David is working on a new wine list for the restaurant and believes that an award winning wine list consists of good variety representing a broad selection of the wine regions of the world.
"It needs to have a nice balance at different price points, offer a strong selection by the glass and include a profile producer as well as verticals and rare wines to add complexity," said David.
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About InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort is the first InterContinental Resort property in Australia and is situated on the northern end of the Gold Coast within the prestigious Sanctuary Cove Resort.
Boasting an elegant and stylish design inspired by the grandeur of a beautiful Queenslander, the resort is set amidst picturesque fountains, lush gardens, a marina, golf course and is home to a spectacular one-acre beach lagoon pool.
A holiday at this timeless and sophisticated resort offers pure escapism and relaxation coupled with the convenience of being only minutes from Australia's favourite theme parks, beaches, international golf courses and breathtaking hinterland.
For more information visit www.intercontinental.com/sanctuarycove
About InterContinental Hotels Group
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms. IHG franchises, leases, manages or owns, through various subsidiaries, over 4,500 hotels and more than 650,000 guest rooms in 100 countries and territories around the world. The Group owns a portfolio of well recognised and respected hotel brands including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites® and Candlewood Suites® and also manages the world's largest hotel loyalty programme, Priority Club® Rewards with 52 million members worldwide.IHG has over 1,300 hotels in its development pipeline, which will create 160,000 jobs worldwide over the next few years. InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated in Great Britain and registered in England and Wales. IHG offers information and online reservations for all its hotel brands at www.ihg.com and information for the Priority Club Rewards programme at www.priorityclub.com. For the latest news from IHG, visit our online Press Office at www.ihg.com/media
