THURSDAY MARCH 10TH @ 6PM
– In 1976, Stephen Spurrier’s famous ‘Judgement of Paris’ shook the very firmament of the wine world. More than 30 years later, California wines have progressed through several iterations—from the over-oaked chardonnay of the 90s, and the jammy, fruit-forward cabernets of the last decade—to a place of nuance and inflection.
Together, Blue Water Cafe and Vintage Corks are delighted to present a selection of prestigious California wineries, whose style reflects that modern dialect of subtle craft, traditional methods, and sustainable growing practices.
Cast in Blue Water Cafe’s private wine room, executive chef Frank Pabst and his talented brigade have crafted an equally modern menu to marry with each of the wines carefully chosen for this evening.
“These producers have time and time again earned a place on our wine list,” says wine director Andrea Vescovi, Vancouver’s ‘2009 Sommelier of the Year’. “This is an unprecedented collection of premium estates coming together in one glorious evening.”
Hors d’Oeuvre
2009 Dry Creek Vineyards Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg
Nova Scotia Lobster Salad coral lentils, guanciale and black truffles, smoked vichyssoise mousse
2008 Dutcher Crossing Chardonnay Costello Vineyard, Alexander Valley
West Coast Sablefish soy sake glazed, kohlrabi and mustard greens tamarind reduction
2007 Goldeneye Gowan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley
Herb Crusted Lamb Striploin borlotti beans, cipolini onions, black trumpet mushrooms, tomato fondue with kalamata olives and lemon, lamb jus infused with winter savory
2006 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Grilled Cote de Boeuf dry aged rib steak and braised oxtail, pomme puree, brussel sprouts reduced braising juices with fresh bay leaf and bone marrow
2007 Blackbird Illustration Proprietary Red, Napa Valley
2005 Heitz Cellars Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Chocolate Caramel Bar bitter chocolate mousse, caramel fondant brownie biscuit, coffee ice cream
2006 Dry Creek Vineyards Late Harvest Zinfandel, Sonoma County
Mignardises
americano or loose leaf tea
Special Guests: Tim Duncan, Proprietor, Silver Oak Cellars; Paul Leary, President, Blackbird Vineyards; Debra Mathy, Proprietor, Dutcher Crossing; Kathy Oates, Export Director, Duckhorn Wine Co./Goldeneye Vineyards; Antonio Silvia, Export Director, Dry Creek Vineyards.
HOW TO PURCHASE
Tickets are $160 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Seating is limited.
For reservations, email Stephan Cachard at stephan@bluewatercafe.net.
