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John
Entries from January 1, 2008 - February 1, 2008
Spanish Wine Dinner at Tasca; MENU and WINE LIST
Wednesday, January 9, 2008 at 06:01PM Monday February 4th, 2008
Five Course Experience
6:30pm Walk-Around Reception
Course One
Feast of traditional Spanish Tapas:
Jamon Serano, Olives, Roasted Portobellas, Chorizo, Pisto Manchego
Cava sparkling wine:
Aria, Segura Viudas, Estate Brut Cava, Penedes
Seated Dinner
Course Two
Zarzuela of Fresh Seafood with Grilled Herbed Tostados
Wine:
Vina Abad, Godello, Valdeorras, 2007
Course Three
Warm Duck Salad with Field Greens and Watercress in a Raspberry Viniagrette
Wine:
Vina Rufina, "Ubalinda", Cigales, 2002
Course Four
Herbed and Garlic Crusted Rack of Lamb in Red Wine Jus, Gratin Potatoes and Minted Garden Peas
Wine:
Vina Fuentenarro, Crianza, Ribera del Duero 2002
Course Five
Flourless Chocolate Torte in a Raspberry Coulis
Wine:
Ivison, VOX Oloroso, Xeres
* Menu Note: There is a separate vegetarian menu for those who require it. Let us know at events-at-bostonuncorked-dot-com if you've purchased tickets and wish to opt for this vegetarian menu.
Winter Warm-up Wines
Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 03:02PM Our January 9th event will feature a variety of wines from around the world.
Table 1: California
- 2006 Carol's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
- 2004 Hilltop Cabernet
- 2005 Seven Oaks Cabernet
- 2005 Los Osos Merlot
- 2006 Riverstone Chardonnay
- 2006 Bay Mist White Riesling
Table 2: Portugal and Others
- 2006 The Neighborhood Cellar Syrah "American Garage"
- 2001 Lomedo Cabernet/Touriga Nacional
- 2003 Quinta de Ventozelo Tinto
- 2003 Casa de Santar Tinto
- 2003 Casa de Santar Reserva
- 2003 Quinta de Ventozelo Vintage Port
- NV Quinta de Ventozelo 10 Year Tawny
Table 3: Organic Wines
- 2005 Bonterra Vineyards Chardonnay
- 2006 Bonterra Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc
- 2005 Bonterra Vineyards Cabernet
- 2004 Bonterra Vineyards Syrah
Hors d'oeuvres:
- Scallops wrapped in bacon
- Chicken Satay
- Portobello Fries
- Duck & Brie Quesadillas
- Crab Cakes
- Beef & Scallion skewers
- Assorted Cheese and Fruits
Dessert:
- Petit Fours