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“Being named Meilleur Ouvrier de France is a dream come true,” says Schilling, “following in the footsteps of my predecessors from whom I have learned so much. I have had the great fortune to enjoy the eternal confidence and support of my family, our patrons, Silvio Denz and the fantastic team behind the Hotel Restaurant LALIQUE at Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey.” It is therefore in the Cuisine-Gastronomy category that Lalique Group has obtained its ninth MOF distinction. In fact, seven artisans at the Lalique factory have already been named Meilleurs Ouvriers de France and the eighth title holder is the sommelier Romain Iltis at Villa René Lalique. A true celebration of artisanal excellence!

CHEF JÉRÔME SCHILLING OF THE RESTAURANT LALIQUE AT CHÂTEAU LAFAURIE-PEYRAGUEY IS NAMED MEILLEUR OUVRIER DE FRANCE

After earning a second Michelin star in March 2022 for the Restaurant LALIQUE in the Sauternais wine-growing region, only three years after the first, Jérôme Schilling has continued his meteoric rise through the ranks of French gastronomy by receiving the prestigious title of Meilleur Ouvrier de France (MOF) at a ceremony held in June 2023 at the Sorbonne in Paris. Describing himself as a “culinary artist of the vine”, Schilling nurtures his creativity by exploring Sauternes in all its dimensions and all its aspects: the forms and colours taken by the vines and the region’s landscapes, grape maceration and fermentation, vine shoots, grape seeds, marcs and musts, verjuice, etc. Like a winemaker choosing the best varietals, he composes his menu and each of his dishes with an eye to the specific characteristics and terroir of the Sauternes and Barsac appellations.

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ACQUISITION OF A MAJORITY STAKE IN THE CHÂTEAU LAFAURIE-PEYRAGUEY WINE ESTATE Located in the Sauternes wine district of Bordeaux, Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey, Premier Grand Cru Classé in 1855, covers 47 hectares, including 30 hectares under vine. In November 2023, Lalique Group acquired a 75% stake in the Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey wine estate to further strengthen synergies with its crystal and gastronomy businesses.

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