Tuesday, July 3, 2007

Menu for July 12 Winemaker's Dinner

First Course – Blue Cheese Stuffed Figs Wrapped in Proscuitto
Volcano Vineyards 2005 Viognier - Mendocino
Our favorite cheese and wine paring: viognier and blue cheese. The acids of the Viognier balance the creaminess of the cheese, the fruitiness of the wine complements the blue’s strong flavors.

Second Course – Tri-tip and Wild Mushroom Salad with a Red Wine Vinaigrette
Volcano Vineyards 2004 Red Blend – Rogue Valley

With 50% Merlot, 48% Syrah and 2% Viognier, this wine accents foods rich in Umami (the savory taste), like beef and mushrooms. The wine also has a richness from 24 months in American oak which balances out the tangy vinaigrette.

Third Course – Oven Roasted Kalua Pulled Pork
Volcano Vineyards Syrah 2004 - Rogue Valley
We just got the review back on our Syrah from Wine Press Northwest. They rated it “Outstanding!” which is their higest rating. Syrah traditionally pairs well with pork, thanks to its rich blueberry flavors. Since our Syrah is light on the oak, you oak lovers will feel that void filled from the Kalua flavors in the sauce.

Dessert – Poached Pear Custard Tart
Harris Bridge Vineyards Three Roses Dessert Wine – Willamette Valley
A perfect, light, summer dessert paired with this luscious rosé dessert wine from Harris Bridge. Have you ever had a rosé dessert wine before? Aren’t you curious??? Harris Bridge uses an Ice Wine method for their production, waiting until the grapes hit optimal sugars and acids. The result: well-balanced and lush but not overly sweet.

Call today to reserve your spot for this wine dinner. Only $50/person, all-inclusive (non-refundable, due at time of reservation). 541.617.1102

www.VolcanoVineyards.com

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