While I can never seem to take a regular photo…I always have a great time doing wine dinners. This one was with Chef Melissa Gellert (seen in the blur) for a birthday celebration. It was a lovely night and I think we hit the pairings pretty spot on! My personal favorite was the Salmon Ceviche and the Dr. Franks Grüner Veltliner…or maybe the Crispy Chicken and the Angeline Pinot Noir…I can’t decide! : )
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Charles Ellner Brut Rosé
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
France
Paired with: Herbed Polenta “Fries” with Muhamarra (Roasted Red Pepper & Walnut Dip)
2011
Dr. Konstantin Frank
Grüner Veltliner
New York
Paired with: Salmon Ceviche with Micro Greens and asparagus
2011
Mönchhof Ürziger Würzgarten
Riesling Kabinett
Germany
Paired with: Lentil and Rhubarb Curry, Cucumber Lime Raita, Cumin Naan
2011
Angeline Reserve
Pinot Noir
California
Paired with: Crispy Pressed Chicken Thighs with Garlic and Aleppo pepper marinade
2011
Scrapona
Moscato d’Asti
Italy
2005
Kopke LBV Porto
Portugal
2010
Antech
Blanquette de Limoux
France
Paired with: Chocolate Coconut Truffles with Mint and cheese with fruit
Check out Chef Melissa at www.facebook.com/chefmelissagellert
