Washington D.C.
Tasted Tuesday, January 22, 2013 by mdefreitas with 621 views
A debt of gratitude to Steve Shapiro for inviting me to his "Guys' Night Out" annual Madeira dinner. This year's theme was Malvasia and Steve and his son did a fantastic job of working with the chef on an all-Malvasia menu.
I forget what the starter wine was, but it was a custom blend by Steve which consisted of (I believe) 90% Rare Wine Company's "New York Malmsey" along with various older vintage wines from the early 20th century. While I did not take notes on it, it was quite excellent.
Cheese Quiche, Sesame Salmon, Meatballs
Pan Seared Foie Gras with Goat Cheese Stuffed Apricot Ginger Cherry Sauce
Pistachio Crusted Sea Bass Served with Celery Carrot Puree and Mango Champagne Sauce
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Pan Seared Duck breast with mushrooms and Port Wine Blueberry Sauce
Lemon Sorbet
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Venison Tenderloin Topped with Melted Roquefort Cheese Served with Sweet Potato Gratin and Asparagus and Black Truffle Red Wine Reduction
Pear Tart and Raspberry Mango Coulis
1920 Barbeito Madeira Malvazia Favilla Vieira 95 Points
Portugal, Madeira
This showed so much better than my last taste back in 1999. Assertive and fragrant with a caramel, toffee and lime zest nose. Weighty on the palate, but still fresh and uplifting. Some volatile acidity, but not off-putting. Fantastic cling on the palate with a lengthy, zippy, juicy, orange peel finish. Wonderful acids on this outstanding bottle.
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