Althoff Collection EN MENU DIRECT BOOKING BENEFITS BOOK NOW ST. JAMES'S HOTEL & CLUB Introducing London's new Wine Bar '1857 The Bar' 1857 The Bar offers you the some of the oldest & most legendary wines by the glass along with the widest selection of Port wine in any London bar, including limited, rare and unusual wines, aged tawnies, single quintas and vintage ports. One of these rare finds is the oldest wine in the UK to be sold by the glass, the Graham’s 1882 Ne Oublie port that dates back to the arrival of Andrew Symington in Portugal that year. This port is named after the family’s original motto and is bottled in a hand-made crystal decanter within a Smythson leather presentation box. Catering to both port lovers and newcomers to the drink, there are port cocktails to discover. For example, our Port Sour prepared with Graham’s Blend Series No. 5 specifically intended for the bar scene and mixed with egg white and lemon; and the Queen of the Night which is a combination of Graham’s Tawny 10 year old port, Blandy’s 10 year old Verdelho, Seignette Cognac VS and Crème de Rose. The bar nibbles menu has been formulated to include produce that pairs extremely well with port, including Stilton, tuna belly and burrata. 1857 The Bar is the perfect place to drink, dine, socialise and truly immerse yourself in a casual dining and wine experience, surrounded by a chic and relaxed atmosphere. Opening Hours Daily from 12:00pm to 12:00am All day dining menu is served daily from 12pm to 10pm. Afternoon tea is served daily from 3:00pm to 5:30pm Contact 7-8 Park Place St. James's London SW1A 1LS restaurant(at)stjameshotelandclub.com +44 (0)20 7316 1621 In partnership with Symington Family Estates The Symingtons of Scottish, English and Portuguese descent have been Port producers in northern Portugal since 1882. For 5 generations they have combined their passion for producing fine wines and Ports with a deep commitment to the region’s land and people. Today, ten Symingtons work across their four historic Port houses: Symington Family Estates is a leading premium Port producer and the family are the leading vineyard owners in the Douro, with 26 Quintas covering 2,462 hectares, with 1,114 ha of vineyard. History of Port The popularity of port in the UK originates from 17th Century trade wars between the English and the French. For a time, imports of French wines into England were prohibited, which drove English wine merchants to Portugal, a country with whom the English had always shared good relations, since the Treaty of Windsor in 1386 (a political, military, commercial, and oldest alliance between the two countries). Over the past 400 years St James’s has been established as the spiritual home of port in the UK and 1857 The Bar continues this tradition in a contemporary manor fit for the 21st Century. The Symington family has released 656 bottles of a Port that dates back to the arrival of their great-grandfather Andrew James Symington in Portugal in 1882. The family have named this wine 'Ne Oublie' after the original Graham's family motto and for the company where Andrew Symington started his life's work. The name reflects the respect with which the family regard their great-grandparents' joint decision to commit themselves and their descendants to Portugal, to the Douro and to Port. Now 130 years later his direct descendants have bottled one of the remaining three barrels. The other two barrels have been entrusted to the next generation of the family and it is they who will decide their future. Masterclasses Masterclasses-make excellent Gifts for Friends, Family or Partners and are perfect for Corporate Bonding, Hen and Stag Parties. READ MORE Afternoon Tea St. James's Hotel & Club offers an historical Afternoon Tea, designed by Michelin star Chef, William Drabble. READ MORE 3D Tour of 1857 The Bar View now Sign up for offers and news SIGNUP NOW St. James's Hotel & Club Mayfair 7-8 Park Place St. James's, London, SW1A 1LS +44 20 7316 1600 info(at)stjameshotelandclub.com The Hotel Rooms & Suites Restaurant Seven Park Place 1857 The Bar Meetings & Events Wellness St. James's Club Local Attractions Offers Gallery Career Pre Arrival Check-In Partners Offers Vouchers Social Facebook Twitter Instagram Tripadvisor LinkedIn © 2021 Althoff Collection Cookie Declaration AGB Datenschutz Affiliate Partnerprogramm