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Chef of the Villa Aida restaurant, Japan
The eldest son of a farming family in Wakayama Prefecture, Kanji Kobayashi grew up among the fields and rice paddies before founding his own restaurant, Villa Aida, on his family's very own land. From those agricultural roots he has drawn a conviction: that honouring the rhythm of the seasons is a source of deep joy and the reflection of a rich and harmonious life. His cooking, which he himself calls "agrigastronomy," places the plant world at the heart of every plate.
"The inspiration I draw from La Grande Dame always guides me with clarity, towards a delicate and elegant expression."
Nestled among hills, sea, mountains and river, Villa Aida welcomes just one group of guests per day, in a setting designed to reveal the beauty of each passing moment. Together with his wife Yumi, Kanji Kobayashi cultivates close to three hundred varieties of vegetables and herbs just a few steps from the table, offering a cuisine that is bold and deeply faithful to its surroundings. Each meal thus becomes a rediscovery of taste, carried by an experience as authentic as it is sincere.
Experience the purest expression of Pinot Noir with La Grande Dame 2018, a celebration of Madame Clicquot's unique vision, drive and audacity.
Its deep and precise style is characterized by subtle finesse and freshness, expressed through its salinity. Intense aromas emerge through a delicate scent of citrus - lemon, lime, yuzu - blended with white fruit, enhanced by spring and floral notes.
Explore our curated collection of signature recipes, thoughtfully designed by our chefs to pair perfectly with every bottle and elevate your champagne moments.
