Did you know it's possible for just one wine to pair well with your entire meal - from first course to last...even dessert? Join Food & Wine Magazine Sommelier of the Year Jon McDaniel as we explore one stellar grape variety through five distinct bottles and discover why wine pairing does not have to be so complicated. Too often, we get overwhelmed…
Did you know it's possible for just one wine to pair well with your entire meal - from first course to last...even dessert? Join Food & Wine Magazine Sommelier of the Year Jon McDaniel as we explore one stellar grape variety through five distinct bottles and discover why wine pairing does not have to be so complicated. Too often, we get overwhelmed searching for the “perfect” pairing for every bite, dish and course. But wine is resilient, flexible and often surprising. Whether you love Chardonnay or think it’s not for you, you will taste how winemaking style, climate and region shape each wine’s character, then judge for yourself how one grape can complement everything from appetizers through dessert. We will serve four substantial appetizer-sized bites, each thoughtfully matched to showcase the grape’s remarkable versatility across a variety of flavors and courses.
Wines featured in class today:
- Gruet Blanc de Blanc, NV, New Mexico
- Macon Blanc, Thevenet et Fils "Pierreclos", 2023, Burgundy, France
- Chardonnay "La Revanche" J. C. Somers Vintner, 2021, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Chardonnay, The Paring, 2022, Santa Barbara County, California
- Jon’s Secret Wine!
Menu:
- Roasted Broccolini with Lemon-Pistachio Gremolata
- Seared Scallops with Lemon Beurre Blanc and Shaved Celery Salad
- Potato Gnocchi with Parmesan Cream and Toasted Hazelnuts
- Crème Brûlée
You must be 21 or over to attend. Please present valid ID at the time of check-in.
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