Broadbent Selections Winemakers Dinner @ Fearrington House (3/3)

vino wrote this on February 25, 2010

The Fearrington House Restaurant in Pittsboro is hosting a Winemakers Dinner with Bartholomew Broadbent on Wednesday, March 3 at 6pm.

Bartholomew Broadbent, one of the world’s foremost Port and Madeira authorities and one of Decanter Magazine’s 50 most influential people, will join you for this gourmet wine dinner. The dinner will feature wines from the Crasto, Ferreirinha and Ferreira Houses, which Wine Director Maximilian Kast will pair with an extraordinary tasting menu by Executive Chef Colin Bedford. The price is $125 per person which includes a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception. Call (919) 542-2121 for reservations.

The Menu

Amuse Bouche
Peanut Butter Panna Cotta with Smoked Bacon & Pecan Salad

First Course
Scallop Ceviche with Brandade of Salt Cod Beignet with Caper & Raisin Dressing, Meyer Lemon, Fennel
Quinta do Crasto, Branco, Douro Valley, Portugal, 2008

Second Course
Cherry Glazed “Sous Vide” Duck Breast with Celery Root, Red Cabbage, Wild Mushrooms, Black Pepper Spaetzle
Casa Ferreirinha, Vinha Grande, Douro Valley, Portugal, 2002

Main Course
Roasted Bison Striploin with Vanilla Seared Smoked Foie Gras with Yukon Potato, Sunchoke, Endive, Port & Bay Leaf Sauce
Quinta do Crasto, Touriga National, Douro Valley, Portugal, 2006

Dessert
Bitter Valrhona “Alpaco” Chocolate Mousse with Espresso Ice Cream with Krispy Rice, Almond, Amaretto, Orange
Broadbent, Malmsey Madeira

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Robert Mondavi Wine Dinner @ Solas (3/3)

vino wrote this on February 25, 2010

Solas is hosting a Robert Mondavi Wine Dinner on Wednesday, March 3rd from 5-10pm. The cost is $80 a person (plus tax and tip). Call 919.755.0755 to make your reservation.

The Menu

First Course
Lightly Blackened Diver Sea Scallops with Candied Melon
Robert Mondavi Fume’ Blanc, Napa Valley, 2006

Second Course
Grilled Atlantic Salmon with Steamed Asparagus and Mango Butter
Robert Mondavi Chardonnay, Napa Valley, 2006

Third Course
Grilled Australian Lamb Rack with Braised Mustard Greens and Red Wine-Truffle Demi Glace
Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2006
Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, 2006

Finishing Course
Peach and Guava Tart Tartin with Honeysuckle Ice Cream
Robert Mondavi Moscato D’Oro, 2006

Whiskey Course
Dinner will conclude on the roof with a sampling of fine whiskeys

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Zonin Wine Dinner @ San Carlo Italian Bistro (3/3)

vino wrote this on February 25, 2010

San Carlo Italian Bistro in Raleigh is hosting a wine dinner on Wednesday, March 3rd at 6:30pm. The cost is $45 per person (+tax/+tip), call (919) 676-3262 for reservations.

The Menu

Hors o’dourves
Bruschetta topped w/ fresh tomato, fresh mozzarella, smoked salmon & balsamic glaze olive oil
Summer Creek Brut

Appetizer
Mushroom stuffed w/ crabmeat, spinach, cheese topped w/ tarragon - butter sauce
“Zonin” Pinot Grigio

Pasta
Veal Tortelloni w/ prosciutto, roasted peppers, peas in fresh tomato cream vodka sauce topped w/ asiago & basil
“Zonin” Montepulciano

Entreé
Lamb Ossobuco w/ redused sauce & stuffed artichokes w/ goat cheese
“Zonin” Sangiovese - Merlot

Dessert
Italian Cheesecake & Pastry Puffs w/ Berry Compose
“Zonin” Primo Amore Juliet (white sparkling ) or Romeo (red sparkling)

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Bonne Soiree Wine Dinner @ Celebrity Dairy (3/21)

vino wrote this on February 15, 2010

Chip Smith and his wife Tina Vaughn, owners of Chapel Hill’s Bonne Soiree restaurant, will be making their seasonal appearance at the Celebrity Dairy Inn for a wine dinner on Sunday, March 21.

The cost is $75 per person, call (919) 752-5176 for more information and to make a reservation.

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South American Cabernet Sauvignon Blind Taste-off @ BrandyWine Cellars (2/19)

vino wrote this on February 12, 2010

Brandywine Cellars is holding another blind taste-off, this time to determine the customer’s favorite South American Cabernet Sauvignon. Stop by on Friday, February 19 from 6-8pm where eight wines will be available for tasting (and judging)! Prices range from $11 to $20 a bottle and there will be special pricing available on a pre-sell basis.

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The Science of Wine @ Museum of Life and Science (2/11)

leandra wrote this on February 11, 2010

Join the Wine Authorities from 7-9pm tonight, Thursday, February 11, for an enchanting evening learning about enology, or the science of wine.

Stimulate both your brain and your taste buds with wine sampling and education. Try your hand at our wine experiments and activities, speak with local wine experts and explore the museum after hours. Guests will also enjoy live music, five wine samples and light hors d’oeuvres of cheese, crackers and desserts. Taste something you like? Glasses, bottles of wine and additional samples will be available for purchase during the night.

Preregistration is required, so call (919) 220.5429 ext. 313. The cost is $18 for museum members and $20 for everyone else.

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Wine & Cheese Dinner @ A Southern Season (2/19)

leandra wrote this on February 10, 2010

A Southern Season in Chapel Hill is hosting a five-course Wine & Cheese Dinner with Allison Hooper on Friday, February 19th starting at 7pm. The cost is $60 per person, call (919) 929-9466 to reserve a spot.

All courses will highlight Vermont Butter & Cheese Creamery and local cheeses paired with complimentary wines. Allison Hooper is co-founder of Vermont Butter & Cheese Creamery, a past president of The American Cheese Society (2005-2008), and author of the recently released book In A Cheesemaker’s Kitchen.

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