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Krupp Brothers / Veraison Wine Dinner @ Nana’s (4/24)

vino — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:10:37 +0000

With Special Guest Winemaker Tres Goetting on Tuesday, April 24th, price $65pp

From the Hope Valley Bottle Shop newsletter:
For the April dinner, we had been planning on doing a Magnum dinner, but when we were offered the opportunity to host the winemaker for Krupp Brothers and Veraison during his first ever trip to North Carolina, we jumped at the chance. These are incredible California wines of intensity and lip-smacking good fruit, and they have quite a following in the area. While the wines are of a price point that requires charging a touch more for the dinner, the quality of the wines and Scott’s food still make it a bargain! More details will follow as the dinner approaches, but I know many regulars who will be calling immediately for this dinner! This will sell out, so don’t delay!

Scott & Drew’s Favorites @ Nana’s (2/28)

vino — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:14:12 +0000

A freestyle dinner of some of Drew’s favorite wines and some of Scott Howell’s favorite dishes! on Tuesday, February 28th @ Nana’s for $55pp.

Kermit Lynch Wine Dinner @ Southern Season (9/24)

leandra — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:58:09 +0000

Join A Southern Season in Chapel Hill and Kermit Lynch representative Thomas Morgan for a night of fine food and wine this Saturday, September 24th.

Five courses and five wines will be served for $75/person. Call (919) 929-9466 for more information and reservations.

The Menu

Charcuterie and Cheese
Regis Bouvier – Marsannay Rose

Griswold Seared Scallops
Chateau de Lascaux – Coteaux du Languedoc Blanc

Smoked Stuffed Quail
Ermitage du Pic St Loup Rouge

Pepper Crusted Lamb Loin
Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge

Dark Chocolate Cake
Domaine La Tour Vielle Banyuls “Rimage”

Sustainable Seas Wine Dinner @ Blue Seafood (9/21)

vino — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:58:01 +0000

Blu Seafood is featuring four courses of sustainable seafood from CleanFish, each paired with a wine from the Hope Valley Bottle Shop. All of the wines selected follow at least sustainable agriculture, if not fully organic practices. Space is limited and the price is $45 per person (plus tax and tip), please call Blu for reservations at (919) 286-9777.

The Menu

Laughing Bird Shrimp with Lemongrass, Green Papaya Slaw and Sweet Soy
‘Le Berceau’ Blanquette de Limoux Brut NV, Languedoc, France

Carina Red Fish with Prosciutto, Roasted Squash, Spinach, Sherry Vinaigrette and Spiced Pumpkin Seeds
Domaine de Martinolles Pinot Noir 2010, Vin de Pays l’Aude, France

Loch Duart Salmon with Mushroom Bread Pudding, Poblano Butter and Tobacco Onion Rings
Cono Sur Carmenere 2009, Colchagua Valley, Chile

Apple Strudel with Cinnamon Ice Cream
Santa Julia Tardio 2009, Mendoza, Argentina

Jemrose Vineyards Wine Dinner @ Jujube (9/20)

leandra — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:53:28 +0000

Jujube and the Hope Valley Bottle Shop are pairing up for another wine dinner featuring Jemrose Vineyard wines on Tuesday, September 20 at 7pm. There are only two seats left, so call quickly (960-0555) to reserve your spot! The price is $55/person, plus tax and tip.

The Menu

Ginger, coconut, and pumpkin soup with red rice and hijiki
2008 Egret Pond Viognier

Crispy duck with sweet basil glaze and roasted tomato
2007 Foggy Knoll Grenache

Jujube and pork stuffed red pepper with red curry and mushrooms
2007 Cardiac Hill Syrah

Roasted sirloin Sichuan au poivre with shallot and potato hash
2007 Gloria’s Gem (Syrah/Merlot)

If you can’t make it to the dinner, there will be a free Jemrose Winery tasting at Hope Valley Bottle Shop on Saturday, September 24th from 4:30-7:00pm.

Farmer’s Wine Dinner @ Piedmont (7/28)

vino — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:33:16 +0000

Wine Authorities is teaming up with Piedmont on Thursday, July 28th for a dinner featuring wines from producers who are more farmer than winemaker. Using primarily local ingredients, chef Marco Shaw will be preparing five courses to match with the wines and philosophy of these agrarian artists.

The cost is $65 per person (plus tax and tip) and reservations required and limited by calling 683-1213. It may sell out before the food/wine pairings are announced.

Hacienda Araucano Wine Dinner @ Jujube (7/7)

leandra — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 19:21:45 +0000

On Thursday, July 7th at 7pm, Jujube will be hosting a wine dinner featuring the Chilean wines of Hacienda Araucano. The food focus is seafood and vegetarian and the cost is $40 per person (plus tax and tip), please call Jujube for reservations at 960-0555.

The Menu

Crab and carrot spring rolls with red rice and hijiki sala
2010 Sauvignon Blanc, Lolol Valley

Crispy daikon cake with exotic mushrooms, grilled onions and a smoky plum glaze
2009 Pinot Noir, Central Valley

Black bean-steamed mussels with sweet potato frites
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley

Grilled swordfish with Cantonese-style eggplant
2008 Carmenere, Colchagua Valley

Pescetarian “Shaking Beef” (Soy protein, stir-fried with fish sauce, caramelized onions, and watercress)
2009 Syrah, Lolol Valley

Kermit Lynch Rhone Valley Wine Dinner @ Zely & Ritz (6/23)

vino — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 18:42:07 +0000

Zely & Ritz is hosting a Kermit Lynch Rhone Valley Wine Dinner on Thursday, June 23 at 7pm. The cost is $59 per person (tax & gratuities not included) without wine and $85 per person with wine pairings. Vegetarian and other special diets are available upon request at time of reservation, (919) 828-0018.

The Menu

Reception
Le Fun en Bulles de Saint Martin, Sparkling Picpoul, Languedoc, France NV

1st Course: Organic Mixed Green Salad with Toasted Almonds, Local Peaches and Pan Seared Shrimp with Peach Vinaigrette
Kermit Lynch Sunflower Cuvee (Marsanne, Rousanne, Viognier, Picpoul Blend) Cotes Du Rhone, France ‘09

2nd Course: Poached Maine Lobster with Spring Onion Confit and Pea Shoots
Vieux Telegraph Chateauneuf de Pape Blanc, Rhone Valley, France ‘08

3rd Course: Individual Grilled Pizza with Coon Rock Farm Sausage, Caramelized Onions, Asiago Cheese and Balsamic Drizzle
Kermit Lynch Cupress Cuvee (Syrah and Grenache Blend), Cotes Du Rhone Rouge, France ‘09

4th Course: Roasted Duck Breast with Plums and Creamy Grenache Risotto
Vieux Telegramme Chateauneuf de Pape Rouge, Rhone Valley, France ‘08

5th Course: Lavender Pound Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
Larry’s Beans Coffees

Childress Wine Dinner @ San Carlo Italian Bistro (6/28)

leandra — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 12:36:52 +0000

San Carlo Italian Bistro is hosting a Childress wine dinner on Tuesday, June 28th at 6:30pm. Cost is $50/per person +tax+tip. If you have any questions (or want to make a reservation) call them at (919) 676-3262.

The Menu

Mozzarella Napoleon di Buffala, yellow & red tomatoes, drizzled with X virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze and topped with basil
Childress trio of chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, vignies

Oysters stuffed w spinach, roasted red peppers, asiago cheese topped with Maurniera Sauce (white wine, lemon, butter, garlic & parsley)
Childress Chardonnay

Lamb Occobucco in reduction sauce with green beans scepece and creamy cheese polenta
Childress Merlot-Cabernet

Moccha Cappuccino Mousse with ciocolato granace
Childress Muscadine

Sparkling Wine Dinner @ Guglhupf (5/25)

leandra — Mon, 23 May 2011 12:54:41 +0000

Guglhupf is hosting a 5-course Sparkling wine dinner on Wednesday, May 25th at 7pm for $55 pp (plus tax & gratuity). Ken Rosati of locally-owned Centerba Selections is the guest speaker and seating is limited. Reserve on-line, or call them at 401-2600.

The Menu

GrussausderKüche – beau soleil oysters on the half shell with sauce mignonette
jean-paul brun, charme, crement de bourgogne

Vorspeise – local greens, goat lady dairy chevre, pine nuts, blueberry vinaigrette
françoise pinon, vouvray, brut

FischKurs – pan roasted organic salmon, local kohlrabi purée and a pea shoot velouté
avinyó, cava reserva, brut rosé

Hauptspeise – slow roasted all-natural local pork shoulder, herbed späetzle and pan jus
francis boulard, les murgiers, champagne

Nachtisch – black pepper chocolate tuille layered with bitter sweet chocolate mousse and a strawberry brunoise
frank piellot, cerdon de bugey