Glenn's house in Southlake, TX
Tasted Sunday, June 26, 2011 by wineismylife with 688 views
The Saturdays at One group got together this past Sunday to celebrate Glenn's 50th birthday. You only turn 50 once and our good friend Glenn decided to do it up right. Glenn and his wife Za hosted the event at their lovely home in Southlake, TX. They hired Chef Jennifer Brightman (formerly with The Four Seasons Las Colinas and Classic Cafe in Roanoke) to prepare a specially designed dinner around the wines selected for the evening. The menu for the evening was:
First Course
Spicy Tuna Crudo with Yuzu Dressing, Avocado, Fried Wonton and American Caviar
Second Course
Arugula, Shaved Fennel and Heirloom Orange Salad with Hazelnut Crusted and Warmed Purple Haze Goat Cheese and Orange Gastric Vinaigrette and Dill Garnish
Third Course
Duck Two Ways
Roasted Chinese Barbecued Breast of Duck with Raspberry Syrup Drizzle and Mini Scallion Pancake
Confit of Duck with Haricot Verts and Walnut Vinaigrette
Fourth Course
Pan Seared Kobe Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Shitake and Oyster Mushrooms with Chive Oil, Caramelized Onion Marmalade and Pommes Frites
Dessert Course
Mango Creme Brulee, Green Tea Ice Cream and Sugared Crostatas
Absolutely every course was singing. Chef Jennifer was seriously on her game this evening. She is recommended for your event. Seek her out.
The birthday boy was kind enough to provide all of the wines served during the dinner. Every one was top notch from top to bottom. Here are the results:
Spicy Tuna Crudo with Yuzu Dressing, Avocado, Fried Wonton and American Caviar
Arugula, Shaved Fennel and Heirloom Orange Salad with Hazelnut Crusted and Warmed Purple Haze Goat Cheese and Orange Gastric Vinaigrette and Dill Garnish
Duck Two Ways
Roasted Chinese Barbecued Breast of Duck with Raspberry Syrup Drizzle and Mini Scallion Pancake
Confit of Duck with Haricot Verts and Walnut Vinaigrette
Pan Seared Kobe Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Shitake and Oyster Mushrooms with Chive Oil, Caramelized Onion Marmalade and Pommes Frites
Mango Creme Brulee, Green Tea Ice Cream and Sugared Crostatas
Many thanks to Glenn and Za for a wonderful evening with the best of friends, excellent food and exceptional wines.
2002 Louis Barthélémy Champagne Brut Saphir 93 Points
France, Champagne
WIML93+
Tasted non blind at a wine dinner.
Light yellow color in the glass, clear looking throughout with full and steady beading. Flavors of yellow pears, yellow apples, toast and apricot. Flavors of almonds, yellow pears, yellow apples and a hint of sherry. Medium to bright acidity, full bodied. Drink or hold.
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1999 Charles Heidsieck Champagne Brut Millésimé Rosé 93 Points
France, Champagne
WIML93+/-
Tasted non blind at a wine dinner.
Salmon color in the glass, clear looking throughout with fine and steady beading. Nose of strawberries, raspberries, cherries and a bit of tropical fruit. Flavors of strawberries, raspberries and cherries. Medium to bright acidity, medium to full bodied. Drink or hold.
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