Forks & Corks South African Wine Dinner

1283 S Tamiami Trail,Sarasota FL 34239

21 April, 2023

Description

Two of South Africa’s most famous wine farms will be showcased – Hamilton Russell & Stark-Condé Vineyards. Chef Jamil Pineda has created a special themed menu to pair with the eight special wines. The setting is unique, set amidst the intimate ambiance of Michael's Wine Cellar, with 100’s of bottles illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight. Ticket price includes gratuity. Forks and Corks South African Wine Dinner: Hamilton Russell & Stark-Condé Passed Hors d’Oeuvres Lobster Skewer Shot- Coconut Shrimp Bisque Marrakesh Seared Scallops - Apricot and Date Relish Crispy Duck Lollipop - Moroccan BBQ Sauce Stark-Conde “Field Blend” (F&C Best of Show White!) First Course Pan-Seared Black Striped Bass- Three Pepper Crab Broth, Watercress Pearl Couscous, & Buttered Root Vegetables & Crispy Leek Nest Kara-Tara Chardonnay Hamilton Russell Chardonnay Hamilton Russell Oregon Chardonnay “Maple Grove” Second Course Fleur de Sel-Rubbed Free Range Veal Tenderloin- Truffled Corn Coulis, Golden Chanterelle Mushrooms, Roasted Turnips & Port Reduction Kara Tara Pinot Noir Southern Right Pinotage Third Course Five-Spice Roasted Rack of Venison- Rosemary Potato Fondants, Toasted Romanesco Broccoli, Roasted Garlic, Confit Heirloom Plum Tomatoes & Cabernet Demi-Glace Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir Hamilton Russell Oregon Pinot Noir “Zena Crown” Cheese Course Point Reyes Toma & Herb Chèvre Flan, Fromager d'Affinois with Garlic, Grilled Raisin Bread, Orange Blossom Honey, Dried Fruits & Toasted Walnuts Stark-Condé Cabernet Sauvignon “Three Pines” Hosted by: Olive Hamilton Russell (Proprietor - Hamilton Russell Vineyards) Rüdger van Wyk (Winemaker - Stark-Condé) This event is just one of the many Gulf Coast Connoisseur Club member events held throughout the year at Michael's Wine Cellar. Membership is FREE and provides you the opportunity to purchase presale tickets to all GCCC events! You'll also accumulate points, including DOUBLE POINTS events, with every purchase which leads to FREE WINE!! This is the MUST-HAVE membership for all wine lovers. Take a few seconds and SIGN UP today!