It can be a daunting experience to converse with a Hétel Ritz sommelier unless you're a certified connoisseur. This portly leather-aproned gentleman will advise you about the wines that go with your Coquilles St. Jacques or canard ? l'orange. One of the classic tools of a sommelier's trade is a mahogany carry-case for two bottles. And if you've ever lusted after one, now's the time. Considered an essential tool to some, carriers like these were indispensable campaign accessories of British Colonial officers.