Wine

Food Course

Nederburg Lyric (South Africa) 2008
Nederburg is South Africa's leading and most decorated winery, winner of more international and domestic awards than any other in South Africa. Lyric is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc (51%), Chenin blanc (26%), and Chardonnay (23%) . Brilliant lemon-lime color. On the nose, vibrant grassiness, with peach, pear and lime notes. Refreshingly crisp, off-dry wine with a lingering aftertaste. Its floral, tropical flavors are tempered by notes of freshly mown grass and tangy figs.

(apéritif)

Barbadillo (Spain) 2008
Barbadillo is a blend of Verdejo from Rueda and Palomino from Sanlucar (Jerez Superior). The Palomino was 100% hand harvested during the first week of September in Jerez. The Verdejo was hand and machine picked during the final week of September in Rueda. Bodegas Barbadillo, a prestigious Jerez house, added 25% Ruedan Verdejo to their #1 domestic selling white wine made from Palomino (the noble Sherry grape). Nicknamed "The Seafood Wine" this light and refreshing wine is a perfect pairing for any seafood dish . The color is a pale straw yellow. On the nose are aromas of Spanish lemon, celery seed, and green apple, followed by light-bodied citrus flavors with nice mineral notes and great balance.

Lobster "Salad" with tangerine, papaya, mâche.

Jermann Vinnae Ribolla Gialla (Friuli, Italy) 2007
Jermann wines never cease to awe with their purity and depth of flavor, richness in mineral extract, elegance, balance and longevity. Winemaker Silvio Jermann has taken Friulian winemaking to new heights and developed a cult following, particularly with his whites, and is recognized as Italy's premier white wine maker. Brilliant, light straw yellow in color. On the nose, fruit aromas with a mineral undertone. On the palate it is dry, fresh, and tangy with the unassuming elegance of an authentic country wine. Vinnae is delicious as an aperitif and it is also an excellent match for seafood.

Crab & Chèvre Empanada, ruby grapefruit beurre blanc.

WillaKenzie Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley, Oregon) 2008
91 points, Wine & Spirits
"Leesy and bright, this forward gris leads with aromas of ripe apple and peach, accented by a bit of nutmeg spice. Its flavors are bright and broad at once; the texture is mouth filling and rich, yet the wine retains a fresh, focused line from lively acidity." February 2010
90 points, Smart Buy, Wine Spectator
"Bright and juicy, with pineapple and melon flavors that persist into the long, vivid finish." December 31, 2009

Sole Hot Pot, in Lemongrass-Scented Fumet with Asian vegetables and crispy rice noodles

Morgan Highland Chardonnay (Santa Lucia, California) 2007
90 points, Wine Spectator
"Intense and full-bodied, with a core of rich pear, fig, honeydew melon and spicy, toasty oak that's balanced and complex, ending with a long, persistent finish that keeps revealing new flavor nuances." July 2009
91, The International Wine Review
"This Highland Chardonnay is a blend of fruit from several S.L.H vineyards including 40% form Morgan's own Double L Vineyard. It offers an attractive nose of honeysuckle and tropical fruit. On the palate it is rich and creamy with flavors of pear, melon, spice and vanilla highlights. Finishes long. Aged on the lees for 9 months with 35% new French oak." November 2009

Poached Colossal Prawn, Ohio City Pasta gnocchi, in walnut-gorgonzola cream sauce.

Toscolo Dolce (Tuscany, Italy) 2007
100% Moscato d'Alessandria (Muscat of Alexandria), also known as Zibibbo (one of the vast and ancient family of Muscat grapes, originating in Asia Minor and characterized by their unique and intense aromas). Brilliant, deep straw yellow color with golden reflections; bouquet is delicate yet intense, with notes of exotic fruit and orange blossoms; rich, silky palate, sweet without palling; recalls apricots & caramel, with a soft almond finish.

Orange-Scented Crème Brûlée, almond crisps.