The Harvest of Friendship
Initiated by Sergio Calderon, the sommelier of Le Suquet with Bernard and Myriam Plageoles, in 1991, it has since become the most anticipated day of the year for the restaurant's teams, that of the grape harvest at the Plageoles, a family of winegrowers based in Cahuzac-sur-Vère, in the heart of the Gaillac vineyard.
A day of sharing between vines and friendship
Co-organized by the Bras KC association, which brings together all those who officiate at Le Suquet as well as the "old hands" who have been there in the past, this day is exceptional in every way and no one would dream of missing out. It was born from the friendship between the Plageoles and Bras families and their teams.
"It all starts with the harvest of a reserved plot," explains Sébastien Bras, "which, in good years, will give rise to a special Bras KC cuvée from the House." This is followed by a tour of the estate with an explanation of the process by Florent Plageoles.
An edition for Sergio Calderon
Les Plageoles also welcomes all friends, neighbors, and local winemakers. The Bras family has also been keen to share this experience with some of their friends over the years. Pierre and Michel Troisgros, Jane and Olivier Roellinger, and Pierre Gagnaire have already participated in the festivities. The meal begins in a good mood, with an Aligot du Suquet, an "asado," Michel Belin's famous fruit tarts, abundant bottles brought by the generosity of winemakers who are keen to share their nectars, and so many other delicacies.
We drink there, we laugh happily, to the sound of a music group that comes to ensure that everyone dances until the end of the night.
This year, the day will be a little special. It will be dedicated to Sergio Calderon on the occasion of his final season at Le Suquet. Enough to make the festival a little crazier...and the faces the next day a little more tired, but delighted by this celebration of the joy of living.