Peter Pratt's Inn
Tasted Thursday, November 11, 2010 by Vinomarcus with 654 views
The 16th annual Duck Dinner was held last night at Peter Pratt's Inn in Yorktown, NY. This event features inventive dishes made from 5 different breeds of duck. Chef Nick did an amazing job as the food was spectacular. Our theme for wine for this evening was simple: 1990 and prior, any vintage, any region, any varietals. We had 6 people at our table and 13 bottles including 2 magnums. Not one of these old timers was corked, cooked or DOA. Some of them lost their vitality rather quickly after being opened, but no clunkers at all. None of the wines were decanted. Several of the corks were challenging to say the least, I spent the better part of 15 minutes wrangling with the '61 Bosconia cork in an epic duel worthy of Moby Dick, but I prevailed.
I love it when everything works out as planned and this was one of those evenings. The food was sublime, the wines were thought provoking, the company was stellar. A wonderful night was had by all and I'm already drooling in anticipation of next years event!
1986 Louis Roederer Champagne Cristal Brut 91 Points
France, Champagne
What a way to kick off an event! Impressive depth. Lovely toast and nutty notes, fine bubbles, just really enjoyable to drink.
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