This month we’re very excited to partner with Fisher
Vineyards for a special night of wine & food. For details or reservations,
please click here. Additionally, from April 18 – 24 we will be pouring the
following selections as part of this month’s Sommelier Series:
Few pairings are as perfectly matched as Chardonnay and
fresh seafood. The 2012 Fisher
Vineyards, Mountain Estate Vineyard, Chardonnay, Sonoma County, California ($6
3oz / $12 6oz) is one of the absolute best. Bright aromas of honeysuckle
and lemon zest open up to ripe pear and melon on the palate, creating a
delicious partner for our Bone-In Halibut.
Located in the heart of Napa Valley, and named for founder
Fred Fisher’s son, Robert, the 2013 Fisher Vineyards, RCF Vineyard,
Merlot, Napa Valley, California ($15 3oz / $30 6oz) is synonymous with
excellence. Rich and brooding notes of blueberry and chocolate pave the way for
the dark and sumptuous flavors of ripe berries.
An exceptionally long finish on the palate creates a great pairing for
our Double Cut Colorado Lamb Chops.
Proprietor Fred Fisher spent his early years in Detroit
working for General Motors. Redirecting his knowledge of fine automobile
craftmanship into creating some of the best wines in California, the 2012
Fisher Vineyards, Coach Insignia, Napa Valley, California ($16 3oz / $32 6oz)
is, naturally, the Rolls Royce of the
wine industry. Sleek and elegant notes of fresh red fruit open up to delicious
and herbaceous hints of anise and forest floor, making a great match for our
Signature Bone-In Filet Mignon.
People often ask me how long wines should be aged. The short answer is that aging will vary by
vintage & producer. That being said,
Cabernet Sauvignon will generally improve with a little age, and the 2006
Fisher Vineyards, Wedding Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County,
California ($18 3oz / $36 6oz) has been aged to perfection. Delicious
flavors consisting of black fruit and licorice, completed with a muscular
finish, creating a wonderful pairing for our 30oz Porterhouse.
Wine Tip: If you
have patience, unlike me, your wines will benefit from a little rest. In
general, Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot will improve with a few years of
bottle aging. Lighter reds like Pinot Noir will also improve over time,
however, too much aging could ultimately spoil the wine. If you have any
questions regarding wine aging, let’s chat.
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