A sensory wine tasting at La Puerta del Sol redefining contemporary luxury
More than a wine tasting in Mexico City, El Arte de Compartir was an immersive experience exploring the connection between wine, time, and human interaction.
Developed by Barton & Guestier —the oldest wine house in Bordeaux— in collaboration with La Puerta del Sol, the evening brought together experts, creators, and wine enthusiasts in a format that elevated traditional tasting into a sensory journey.
A wine experience in Mexico City beyond traditional tastings
From the very beginning, the experience set itself apart from other wine tastings in Mexico.
Each guest received a passport, a glass charm, and a wristband defining their journey. More than aesthetic details, these elements introduced a narrative structured into five moments: Bon Voyage, Caractère, Savoir-Faire, L’art de vivre, and Le Souvenir.
Caractère: French wine history and the Bordeaux legacy
Following an opening toast led by Avelino Soberón alongside Claire Bigot and Audrey Clos Harrassowski, the evening unfolded into one of its defining moments.
Guests discovered the story of Barton & Guestier through anecdotes linking wine to historical figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Richard Nixon.
The tasting of Saint-Émilion and Bordeaux wines revealed the character and evolution of French winemaking.
Savoir-Faire: comparative tasting of French wines
One of the highlights of the evening was a comparative tasting designed to showcase the technical mastery of the house.
Through labels such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Château Magnol, guests explored differences in structure, body, and expression—grasping the true meaning of savoir-faire through experience.
L’art de vivre: blind sensory tasting experience
The most immersive moment came through a blind tasting where wines were interpreted through sensation rather than identification.
Côtes de Provence evoked the freshness of the French Riviera, while Beaujolais Villages suggested warmth and intimacy. The exercise reinforced a simple idea: wine is not only tasted—it is lived.
Gastronomy and pairing: the culinary experience of El Trujal
The culinary proposal was led by Rodrigo Reyes and Pablo San Román, creating sweet and savory canapés that complemented the wines.
Set in Polanco, the space stands out for its olive oil-driven concept, refined simplicity, and warm hospitality—enhancing what became one of the most notable gastronomic wine experiences in Mexico City.
Le Souvenir: when wine becomes memory
As a final moment, Le Souvenir invited guests to write down a reason to celebrate.
Each note accompanied a bottle of Côtes du Rhône, transforming the experience into something deeply personal—a memory designed to last beyond the evening.
A premium wine experience redefining the art of sharing
With the presence of key figures in wine and lifestyle such as María Forcada and Cecilia Murillo, the evening positioned itself as a benchmark among premium wine experiences in Mexico City.
El Arte de Compartir was not just a tasting.
It was an exploration of wine as language, ritual, and connection.
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