Stonecrest “California Dreaming” Wine Dinner

Posted by Bottle Report on Jun 30th, 2009 in Event Coverage, Featured Articles | 0 comments

Event: It was a great way to end June as Eric Norviel, of Quality Wine and Spirits, presented six excellent wines paired with six excellent courses.
Where: Stonecrest Southern Steakhouse
601 North Belair Square, Evans, GA

When: Tuesday, June 30, 6:30 pm

Cost: $125 per couple; $65 for singles.

From left, Summer Peters, Judy Love, Nathan Youngblood, Jessica and Tim Jenkins, Nancy Pund, Kim and Ray Peters.

Here are the wines that were presented and their food courses:

Eric Norviel talks about the Cain Cuvée

Heidsieck Monopole NV
What: Course one was assorted California cheese and seasonal fruit. The tasting notes say “Very fruity and floral. Creamy, lightweight and elegant, with a strawberry aftertaste.”
From: France
Winery: Champagne Demoiselle Vranken Winery

Dutton Estate Winery Kylies Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
What: Course two was “red, white and original blue” endive salad. This wine is bright straw in color, the nose has some soft floral of honeysuckle and peach nectar and star fruit.”
From: Russian River Valley, California
Winery: Dutton Estate
Year: 2006

The evening's white wine selection

Stuhlmuller Chardonnay
What: Course three was Southern California spicy chicken crepes. The tasting notes say “lemon oil, honeysuckle, white currant, white peach, and poached pear characteristics are present in this beauty.”
From: Alexander Valley, California
Winery: Stuhlmuller Vineyards

Keith Starr said the Roessler Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills Peregrine 2006 was the best wine of the evening

Roessler Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills Peregrine 2006
What: Course four featured jalapeno crab cakes with slaw and salsa. The tasting notes say “Expresses the tannic structure, herbed nuance, and beautiful fruit of the appellation with boldness and finesse.”
From: Sonoma County, California
Winery: Roessler Cellars
Year: 2006

Cain Cuvée NV5
What: Course five featured rib eye tacos with onion jam and horseradish creme fraiche. The tasting notes say “Refreshing, vibrant cabernet blend that pleases the palate with plenty of complexity to stimulate the senses.”
From: Napa Valley, California
Winery: Cain Vineyard and Winery

Smith Wood House Port LBV 94
What: Course six was poached California barlett pears with mascarpone cream and caramel sauce. The tasting notes say “Full bodied, with an exquisite and balanced structure full of finesse, brimming with ripe red fruits, there are also soft and delicious aromas of black plums and hints of cherries.”
From: Portugal
Winery: Smith Woodhouse