Wine Country's Finest Sparkle
Santé at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
Presents the Domaine Carneros Sparkling Brunch

SONOMA VALLEY, CA, February 2008 - Chef Andrew Cain and his culinary team invite you to Wine Country's finest sparkling brunch. In partnership with Domaine Carneros, the regionally inspired wine country brunch is a celebration of innovative California cuisine and good taste. The Domaine Carneros Sparkling Brunch at Santé is served Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 8:00 am to noon. Reservations are suggested; please phone (707) 938-9000 or visit www.opentable.com.

Designed to exude the California wine country experience, our culinary team proudly showcases the region's abundant organic local products and produce.

Sample Menu
* Domaine Carneros Sparkling Wine

* Decadent made-to-order egg and omelet station, including caviar and Dungeness crab garnish

* Prepared to order waffles

* Smoked salmon presentation

* Domestic and imported cheeses

* Local fresh organic fruit and berry presentation

* House-made bakeries and desserts

$35.00 per person (children 6-12 years of age $17.50)

Complimentary valet parking

Santé has earned a national reputation for its outstanding food. Condé Nast Traveler said 'it's worth a special trip just to eat here' and Gourmet Magazine calls the food 'the best of the new Wine Country style.' Only the freshest local produce, meats, poultry and seafood are used to create an elegantly simple buffet. Chef Andrew Cain brings the best of what Wine Country has to offer into simple but elegant fare. "I have a profound belief in the power of quality ingredients - healthy, beautiful, uncomplicated cuisine should be presented in an understated and elegant manner that allows the natural flavors, colors and textures to stand on their own. Sonoma is synonymous with fresh ingredients, the highest quality locally-produced foodstuffs "This is truly one of the only places in the United States where fruits and vegetables are picked in the morning, delivered to the restaurant and on the plate that same afternoon.

Domaine Carneros is located in the picturesque Carneros region between the Sonoma and Napa Counties. The Carneros region is best known for its cool climate and maritime influences making it the perfect terroir to grow Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, two of the essential varietals in the award-winning sparkling wines from Domaine Carneros. The winery produces a super premium vintage Brut, a luxury Blanc de Blancs called Le Rêve, a Brut Rosé called Cuvée de la Pompadour and three Estate Pinot Noirs: Avant-Garde, Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir and The Famous Gate. Domaine Carneros was founded in 1987 by Champagne Taittinger Chairman Claude Taittinger along with importer Kobrand Corporation with a mission to produce some of the finest sparkling and still wines that reflect the Carneros terroir and the spirit of their French ownership. Domaine Carneros is proud to be an eco friendly winery primarily powered by solar panels which were installed in 2003. This green philosophy also carries over into the 350 acres of vineyards they own which will be certified organic in March, 2008. Domaine Carneros is open daily from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm and is located at 1240 Duhig Road (off HWY 121), six miles southwest of Napa http://www.domainecarneros.com/.

Fairmont is committed to providing guests with an unrivaled, authentic dining experience. The menus at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts are constantly evolving to keep pace with the changing eating habits and desires of our guests. In addition to phasing out artificial trans-fats, hotels are encouraged to serve food that is grown, raised or made in or around their destinations under the umbrella of "think globally, eat locally". Fairmont's portfolio of world-class chefs strive to use the finest local and in-season ingredients available. Many hotels (including the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa) feature on-site herb gardens that provide seasonings to the kitchens.

Renowned for natural mineral waters, unparalleled charm and gracious service, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, is located 40 miles north of the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge at 100 Boyes Blvd. in Sonoma Valley, the heart of Northern California's wine country. A recipient of both the AAA-Four Diamond and Mobil-Four Star Award, the resort consistently provides the country's finest European spa experience. For reservations please call 1-800- 441-1414 or (707) 938-9000, or visit the Inn's website at www.fairmont.com/sonoma.