Darioush (Special Limited Seating High-End Dinner)
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Darioush (Special Limited Seating High-End Dinner)
Saturday, April 26, 2014
Doors open at 6:30 PM for registration & hors d'oeuvres. Dinner begins at 7:00 PM sharp.
Reservations
Reservations are closed for this tasting.
Menu & Wine Pairings
Raw Bar
Darioush Napa Valley Chardonnay 2011
Chilled Snow Crab Claws and Jumbo Shrimp With Trio Of Sauces And Grilled Lemons
Baked Chipotle Oysters with Cilantro Hollandaise And Roasted Tomatoes And Grilled Proscuitto
This wine is composed and restrained, with a lasting finish that reveals delightful hints of toasted hazelnuts, vanilla and crème brulee.
Appetizer Course
Darioush Napa Valley Viognier 2012
Roasted Game Hen “Cake” With Curried Peanut and Lemon Grass Sauce, Roasted Corn Relish
A wine that has it all – intensity, layers of flavors and an impeccable seamlessness that lasts through the generously textured finish.
Veal Course
Darioush Napa Valley Merlot 2011
Grilled Rosemary Crusted Veal Tenderloin Medallion
Camembert-Brandy Reduction with Chanterelle Mushrooms And Baby Green Beans
The unique terroir of rocky, higher-elevation combines a cooler marine influence and exceptional sun exposure to naturally concentrate, ripen this vigorous Bordeaux varietal.
Game Course
Darioush Napa Valley Cabernet Franc 2011
Herb and Dijon Crusted Lamb Loin
Gorgonzola and Smoked Bacon Polenta, Crispy Red Onions, Cabernet Lamb Jus And Micro Basil
Classic Bordeaux varietal contributes intense fruit and dark earthy components to our final blend of Signature Cabernet Sauvignon each year. On its own, Cabernet Franc possesses great power with poise. Martha’s Vineyard 92 points
Dessert Course
Darioush Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Dark Chocolate and Caramelized Cocoa Nib Tort
Salted Caramel Gelato and Blackberry – Cabernet Paint
Displays lots of crème de cassis, smoke and meaty characteristics in its pure, beautifully textured, long personality. It should drink well for 10-15 years."
- Robert Parker 90 points