Pre-Davos fortification

Just before the World Economic Forum in Davos at the end of last month, I had the pleasure of co-presenting the inaugural wine tasting in Zurich of a new invitation-only wine appreciation society for wine-loving likely participants in the WEF, The Wine Forum. As far as I can gather, the aim is to enjoy top-quality wine, make the occasional sortie to wine country – all with a philanthropic element.

The assembled masters of the universe started off in some style with a tasting of Chx Cheval Blanc and d'Yquem presented by wine director of both these properties Pierre Lurton...