From: Adrian Bridge, Chief Executive Officer, The Fladgate Partnership on June 12th 2010 …

“My aim with the hotel is to produce the best hotel in town.  There are a number of factors in our favour, a 7 acre site, an amazing view, 40 m2 bedrooms each with some individuality because the sponsorship by top Portuguese wine  and Port brands, a great wine list, a creative chef and a wine spa.  However, a world class hotel is achieved though attention to detail.  That is what we know how to do.  The difference between good and truly great is in the detail. However, my real hope is that the guests that come will have such a good experience that they will become Ambassadors for Portuguese wines from every region of the country.  The Yeatman will also host a wine dinner every Thursday night. This will combine Chef Ricardo Costa's food with the host wineries wines.  For any wine lover The Yeatman has everything to offer in Portugal's wine city.  They are likely to be able to meet winemakers relaxing in the bar or swap thoughts with The Yeatman's wine director Beatriz Mechado. The hotel will welcome its first guests on Friday 23rd July.  It is worth noting that The Red Bull Air race on the first weekend of September will allow guests to have the best view of the action - rooms are being booked quickly for that weekend.”