California Wine Dinner
Featuring: Charles Krug
April 3rd & 4th, 2014
$95.00 Per Person
One Seating Only at 6:30PM
Soup
Butternut Squash and Honey Crisp Soup
Citrus Mascarpone and Pancetta
2012 St. Helena Sauvignon Blanc - Napa Valley
"Aromas of passion fruit, lime and a hint of lemongrass. It has flavors of melon, citrus and grapefruit which perfectly complement a crisp and bright acidity to the wine."
Salad
Baby Spinach & Golden Beet Salad
Stilton Toasted Pignolias & Blood Orange Horseradish Vinaigrette
2011 Chardonnay - Carneros, Napa
"Tropical fruit, lime and hints of vanilla form an alluring bouquet in our Chardonnay that is enhanced by just the right amount of minerality. Juicy citrus and peach flavors pair with a refreshingly crisp acidity, making the creamy texture of this wine a real reward,
especially with it's long bright finish."
Salmon
Tarragon Seared Salmon Fillet
Shittake Leek Risotto with Beurre Rouge
Roasted Tomato Compote
2011 Pinot Noir - Carneros, Napa
"This Pinot Noir tempts the senses with tantalizing aromas of cherry, pomegrante and a touch of brown sugar on the nose. Spicy berries, fleshly red fruits and hints of vanilla dance toward a long, graceful and juicy finish."
Duck
Roasted Long Island Duckling
Tellicherry & Spring Onion Quinoa
Espresso Bourbon Sauce
2010 Merlot - Napa Valley
"Aromas of blueberry, blackberry and cherry are an invitation to discover the smooth flavors of café mocha and ripe red fruit in our Merlot. Hints of mineral notes and medium tannins create a soft integration with lightly toasted oak for a lovely finish to this wine."
Lamb
Herb Seared Lamb Loin
Red Bliss Polenta Cakes
Cabernet Red Peppercorn Jus
2010 Yountville Cabernet Sauvignon - Napa Valley
"Bold aromas of red currant and black cherry. The dried currant, cocoa, tobacco and slight vanilla notes along with smoky oak make a elegant but balanced wine."
Cheese
2010 Family Reserve Generations Red Meritage - Napa Valley
"This vintage displays aromas of bright berries, nutmeg and mocha. It has flavors of candied cherry, blackberry and underlying mineral notes which mak a rich, round , and long finish."
Dessert
Walnut & Fig Cake
Layers of Cranberry Mousse
Chocolate Ganache & Berry Coulis
Zinfandel Port Lot XVI - Napa Valley
"Aromas of berry preserves, toffee, and spicy oak serves as a beautiful introduction to our latest offering. This elegant wine lingers on the palate, slowly drifting to supple finish."