THE FACTS ABOUT DOMAINE DE CHATEAUVIEUX

France

Minutes from Geneva airport in the vineyards of Satigny, 17th-century Domaine de Chateauviex is a good starting point for a gastronomic tour of the Alps, or as a reward for crossing the finishing line. Chef Patron Philippe Chevrier delivers supremely confident French cuisine with a stylish Swiss twist. Ingredients - from near and far, but always the best - speak for themselves in a deceptively simple way, with Chevrier teasing out their best flavours. Select the Gourmet Menu for a sensational progression of subtle tastes. There is a cigar room with a humidor and lockers for regulars and the 12 bedrooms, while rather plain, are perfectly adequate. ROOM TO BOOK 26 or 27 for the mountain views CONTACT Domaine de Chateauvieux, 16 chemin de Chateauvieux, Peney-Dessus CH 1242 (00 41 22 753 1511; www.chateauvieux.ch). COST Doubles from SFr260 (about £115), including breakfast. Gourmet menu from about £160 for two people without wine