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Who is François Chartier? An internationally renowned sommelier who is also simple in everyday life that company of world leaders.
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Extract from the speech by the Premier of Quebec, Jean Charest, during the ceremony insignia of the Ordre national du Quebec, National Assembly, June 18, 2008 :
"I am now the messenger of the Quebec people to express the gratitude of our nation to women and men whose achievements are an inspiration to us all and for our youth.
The Insignia of the Order of Quebec are the highest award given by the Government of Quebec.
women and men that integrate Order our pantheon are well and we have their names inscribed forever in the memory of our people.
Francois Chartier. You are sommelier profession. You're the only Canadian ever to win the famous Grand Prix Sopexa International, which crowns the best sommelier in the world of wines and spirits from France.
You greatly contributed to the recognition of the sommelier and the growth of other professions in Quebec gastronomic variety of ways by the media coverage of your successes, your conferences, books, and numerous media appearances.
After 20 years of specialization, you have given rise to the "molecular sommelier", which is reflected both here and in Europe, which is to make art of harmonizing food and wine is a true science.
You are yourself a great vintage!
Francois Chartier, on behalf of the Quebec people, I would decorate the insignia of the National Order of Quebec. "
- Mr. Jean Charest, Premier of Quebec, June 18, 2008 ------
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