Definition: ressat

Throughout its six hours, the ritual is punctuated by speeches and entertainment. After greeting his guests, the Governor recites the Companion's Prayer, followed by the Rules of the Table announced by the Herald.
This deferential warning calls on everyone to be courteous and respectful of others, refraining from leaving their seats on trivial pretexts and smoking before permission is given. This respect for others is particularly reflected in the "dress code": a tuxedo (black jacket) or, for gentlemen, a dark suit and tie is mandatory, and a dress or evening/cocktail ensemble for ladies. To be more precise, light or mismatched colours and leather jackets are not tolerated for gentlemen. Despite changing customs, ladies will easily understand that street, sports or beach wear does not contribute to the image that the Brotherhood wishes to maintain.
In order to maintain the prestige and dignity that befits our gatherings, our Councillors will ensure that these requirements are respected and may refuse access to the château to those who disregard them!
The wines and dishes are presented in turn by the Chantres des vins and the Clavendiers in eloquent and mischievous flights of fancy, lyrical, good-natured, rebellious or eccentric, depending on the tone and spice of each. The Gais Compagnons, the choir of the Confrérie du Guillon, lavish their notes and songs on cheerful and playful tunes. The announcements are sounded by a trio of trumpets with flamboyant brass instruments.
The autumn ressats are also accompanied by the hunting horns of the Trompes d'Hauteville.
The events unfold to the rhythm of wine and food, friendly conversation, laughter and ovations echoing glorious retorts. The meal is a gastronomic delight, prepared according to the chefs' imagination and the season's produce.
Selected by the Cellar Master, the wines are chosen according to their respective affinities with the dishes, ensuring a fair representation of the five wine-growing regions of Vaud.

The guests only raise their glasses after the Governor has proclaimed: "Let's open the wine!". There is no need to reprimand the guests and urge them to moderation. Pleasure has limits that intoxication does not know.
The ressat concludes with the Governor's thanks to the kitchen staff and waiters.

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