 A gastronomic review for those interested in fine food. From the «bistros» to the «gastros» , oenological discoveries, the view of the specialists, interviews with restaurant owners and outstanding wine-growers. Everything you need to know about eating in Neuchatel and those sometimes unrecognized regional wine treasures.
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Au Loup Blanc, La Brévine: nothing but the country |
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 The old «National», renamed «Au Loup Blanc» by its actual owners Claude-Isabelle and Jean-Daniel Oppliger, lines the little square of a village better known for its harsh winters. And yet, Rabelais would never have denied himself this place, where hearty dishes do not go without subtle flavours.
In front of an old majestic fireplace, one can taste free-range chicken au vin, lamb knuckle-joint or a cassolette of pike from the lake of Taillères, or even from Neuchâtel's. The products used by the owner are 100% local, either from the valley of Brévine or from Ponts-de-Martel. These preparations simmer in daubières, those old cast iron stewpots from the time of our grandmothers, perched on long legs and placed above glowing embers. Cheeses, mushrooms or shoot in season, are not forgotten. Wiens are also available with an impressive menu that gives a place of honor to a selection of wines from Neuchâtel. There are several rooms on the first floor suitable for a well-deserved nap, or for a few days stay.
Informations et contact: www.loup-blanc.ch
Every day of the week at lunch time, set meals at CHF 15.-
Saturdays and Sundays, set meals starting at CHF 20.-, up to CHF 30.-
Auberge Au Loup Blanc
Village 168 (locate)
2406 La Brévine
Tél + 41 (0)32 938 20 00
Photo: CCA
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Château de Peseux: story of a renaissance |
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by Alexandre Truffer, ©RomanDuVin.ch 2006  The wine-growing châteaux of French speaking Switzerland also live and die. However, a resurrection occurs occasionally, as in the case of the Peseux château. Even though Neuchâtel's must cellaring was discontinued in 1949, its cellar served to store the French, Italian and Spanish vintages of a trading company. Under the impetus of the new owner, Olivier Girardin, the estate's cellars vinified its local produce once again.
History of Peseux and its château (read more in french)
Château de Peseux and the estate (read more in french)
Château de Peseux and its wines (read more in french) |
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Gastronomic evenings in Neuchatel |
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 From the shores of the lake to those of the Doubs River, while passing through the forests and the countryside, the variety of Neuchâtel's landscape is matched only by its products. To illustrate the richness of this region, the «Office des vins et des produits du terroir» has surrounded itself with twelve chefs to set up a gastronomic discovery evening on the last Thursday of every month. On the menu: five dishes accompanied by five wines commented on during the meal by the selected cellar owner. A tasty way to discover the local products and enjoy oneself without a care, with the return journey to your residence organized.
Contact and reservations:
OFFICE DES VINS ET DES PRODUITS DU TERROIR
Hôtel des Postes
2001 Neuchâtel
T + 41 32 889 68 90
www.ovpt.ch
Menus and wines: between CHF 78 and CHF 95.- per person
For reservations, contact the concerned hotel directly.
The complete 2007 program is available at: http://www.ovpt.ch/actualites.php?annee=2007. It is possible to reserve a taxi at preferential rates.
Photo: Office des vins et des produits du terroir
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On the road to Burgundy |
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by Alexandre Truffer, ©RomanDuVin.ch 2006  The Neuchâtelois ingenuity has produced two specialities in fifty years: the œil-de-Perdrix and the Non-Filtré. These innovations, however, do not represent the only assets of the "smallest of the large vineyards".
The Neuchâtel vineyard stretches along the length of the lake of the same name before joining the banks of another lake, Bienne. This proximity reduces the harshness of the winter and promotes vine development on the riverside hills which benefit from the presence of the Jura mountains, which ward off wind and rain coming from France. In contrast to the other French speaking Swiss cantons, Neuchâtel has only one wine growing region which stretches, with a few interruptions, from Vaumarcus upto Landeron. Geographically near Burgundy, the Neuchâtel canton authorizes only one type of red vine in its legislation on the Appellations d’Origine Contrôlée. As in the large French wine-growing region, only the Pinot Noir is considered to be worthy of the Neuchâtelois wines. This dominance gave birth to a speciality that attracted a considerable following in the other French speaking Swiss regions: the Oeil-de-Perdrix. A rosé, discovered by chance in Auvernier in the middle of the 20th century, that has conquered hearts and palates far from its historical birthplace.
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J.-Claude Angelrath: the winemaker with a big heart |
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 He is young, he follows his heart and his desires. Last March, he offered bottles labeled in Braille. He faithfully restored a vine that is criticized nowadays, the chasselas, especially introducing it as a dessert wine, through an original process of reverse-osmosis. He won over the most sought after restaurants of the area, such as the Boccalino or the Palafitte, with his high quality local specialities. And for the pleasure of all, he transformed his tasting carnotzet into a restaurant. The menu honors the products of the region, which change with the seasons and the moods of the moment. A very authentic address! Contact and informations: |
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