French wine is celebrated by Alcester Bretvins

FRENCH wine was toasted and glasses were raised to mark the 30th anniversary of the Chevaliers Bretvins Alcester recently - a group that celebrates the fine wines of our neighbours across the sea.

The two-day event saw a Muscadet reception and dinner in Stratford followed by a parade of Chevaliers Bretvins Alcester in traditional robes at Wootton Park and the 30th anniversary chapter meeting which also included a Muscadet reception for all members and friends plus lunch with wine and speeches.

“We had guests from London, Wales, France, Alcester Court Leet, Alcester Mayor and Lord Hertford. It was all very colourful and is an occasion to the promote the wines and be in the good company of friends. There was Muscadet from the Loire region and some very lovely Merlot. We released white doves as gesture to friendship and peace. We can start planning for the 40th anniversary now,” said John Freeland, the sénéchal of Chevaliers Bretvins Alcester.