Wine & Dine – SwissWine Blind Journey

When a summer evening tastes of wine, the Aare River, and Switzerland. The last rays of the sun glint off the Aare, soft music drifts from Town Hall Square, and the first glass of Swiss sparkling wine sparkles in your hands. People clink glasses, chat, and laugh—while Thun Castle watches over the evening. ‍

A summer evening steeped in Swiss wine culture

That’s exactly how our “Let’s Dine with Swiss Wine – SwissWine Blind Journey” begins: relaxed , enjoyable, and a little surprising. From the atmospheric kickoff on Rathausplatz, the evening continues to the Aare Terrace at the Hotel Krone , where a long, open-air table awaits you.

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THE EXPERIENCE

Wine & Dine – SwissWine Blind Journey
Guided blind tasting of Swiss wines with a 4-course tavolata
, including wine pairings

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‍Date: Friday , June 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Reception & aperitif on Rathausplatz
7:00 p.m. – Start of blind tasting & tavolata on the Aare Terrace
CHF 145.00 per person
^{Includes aperitif, 8 wines, 4-course tavolata, water, and coffee}

TICKETS

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Join us for a guided blind tasting featuring eight select Swiss wines from various wine regions. The wines will be served in black tasting glasses—no labels, no prior knowledge. Instead, the focus is on discovery, conversation, and shared enjoyment.

The tasting will be accompanied by a 4-course tavolata featuring carefully selected food and wine pairings.

Highlights of the evening

• Reception on Town Hall Square with a view of the castle
• A traditional welcome reception
• Musical accompaniment
• Blind tasting of 8 Swiss wines
• 4-course Tavolata featuring Swiss dishes
• The wines can be ordered on-site immediately after the event

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What can you expect at the swissstyle Tavolata?

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Crostini with Jumi “La Bouche” Soft Cheese
Crostini with Olive Tapenade
Crostini with Tomato Concassé
Homemade Grissini with Raw Ham

‍1st Course
‍Roasted beefwith house-cured salmon, horseradish, and lemon
Dried meat carpaccio with vinaigrette
Sausage and cheese tartare
Summer salad with Swiss strawberries

‍2nd Course
‍HomemadeCheesecake
Braised Saucisson
Graubünden Barley Pralines
Chestnut Soup in a Jar

‍3rd Course
‍Fondue Potatoes
Ossobuco with Gremolata and Herb Polenta
Cordon Bleu Cigar
Truffle and Vegetable Pâté
Graubünden Vegetable Capuns

‍4th Course
‍Nadine'sCarrot Cake
Meringue with Double Cream
Jumi Cheese Platter
Bircher Muesli Ice Cream
Chocolates

The Swiss wines to be served will remain a surprise until the event.

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Working Together for Swiss Wine – with Vennerhus Weine AG & Swiss Wine

At Hotel Krone , Swiss wine plays an important role: already today, over 50% of our wine list features wines from Swiss wine regions. With the SwissWine Blind Journey , we want to celebrate this diversity and show our guests just how modern, full of character, and surprising Swiss wine can be.

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The evening will be hosted by David Hauenstein of Vennerhus Weine AG. With a deep passion for Swiss wine culture, a keen eye for exciting wines, and extensive expertise, he will guide you through the evening’s blind tasting. Together, you’ll discover distinctive Swiss wines, share your impressions, and experience just how surprisingly diverse the local wine scene can be. vennerhus.ch

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Swiss Wine, the national promotion organization for Swiss wines, supports us as an official partner. The organization is dedicated to raising awareness of the diversity, quality, and uniqueness of the Swiss wine industry—from small family-run operations to renowned wineries.
‍swisswine.com

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‍Booking Information – Tickets are available in advance. For group bookings, we will of course reserve seats together.
The event will take place on the terrace—or in the restaurant in case of bad weather. Please let us know about any allergies or food intolerances when booking.‍