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Aureole in Vegas was perhaps one of my most enjoyable dining experiences ever. As you descend the four stories of stairs - and, on the way down, discover the magic that is the restaurant's eclectic and vast wine "cellar," visible for all to see - you get the feeling you are onto something unique. We had dinner at the bar, where there were only three other diners, and the staff I will rave about the food momentarily. First, though, wine lovers (or even likers) will be amazed by the electronic wine list. The PDA-like device allows you to sort your options by country, grape, price, vintage, and I’m sure anything else you might need to sort by. In addition to providing many entertaining moments, the te
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We had dinner at the bar, where there were only three other diners, and the staff I will rave about the food momentarily. First, though, wine lovers (or even likers) will be amazed by the electronic wine list. The PDA-like device allows you to sort your options by country, grape, price, vintage, and I’m sure anything else you might need to sort by. In addition to providing many entertaining moments, the technology also allows the diner to narrow down choices and present them to the sommelier for the final analysis. We were not disappointed by the mild but flavorful Two Paddocks Pinot Noir from New Zealand. It was fantastic! The wine (which was retrieved from the second story of the wine storage area by a very nice young woman who harnessed herself up and was hoisted to retrieve the bottle) nicely complemented our appetizers (which became dinner) of exquisite ravioli and scrumptious (I am told) foie gras, half served warm and half cool.
The appropriate attentiveness of Stephen, our young bartender from Dallas, who was mildly reminiscent of George W. (don't hold that against him!) only added to our experience. He allowed us to hang out at the bar as long as we were comfortable and to take as much time conversing between courses as we wanted. We concluded with cheesecake and fresh raspberries. Although not for the economically squeamish, the $40-plus per person listed above is the highest allowable on the site, this $100-plus experience is worth splurging on. Enjoy! And dress up a little. Even though Vegas does not require this, you'll feel better!
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