Schuyler Meadows Club, Loudonville, NY
Tasted Saturday, June 9, 2018 by kenv with 207 views
The Albany-Capital Region chapter of La Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin held its 2018 Chapitre and Induction Dinner at Schuyler Meadows Club, in Loudonville, NY.
The wines were from the chapter's cellar. None of the wines were decanted, but they were opened for some time before serving. See each wine note for details.
Photos and more details on my website.
Chablis Poached Eggs in Butter Sauce with Salmon Caviar, Country Pate, Sesame Toast & Radish Curls
Lobster & Scallop in Saffron broth with Chili Coulis, Sweet Peas, Potatoes & Cracked Pepper Whipped Cream
Sous Vide Hudson Valley Duck with Cointreau Glaze, Pomegranate Molasses & Nasturtium Salad finished with Duck Skin Lardons & Brandied Duck Confit
Truffle Dusted Tenderloin Medallions with Pan Seared Foie Gras, Morels, Petit Squash & Sweet Potatoes
French Cheese Plate
Dessert:
Lemon & White Chocolate Soufflé with Macerated Berries, Pears, Almond Lace & Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Conclusion:
Another fun and enjoyable evening of wine, food, and friends.
2003 Domaine Château De La Tour Clos Vougeot 93 Points
France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Clos Vougeot Grand Cru
[Opened about 5:30pm. Not decanted. Tasted around 6:30pm.] This was the wine used in the induction ceremony. I was able to get a taste before dinner started. Rich, full, ripe, but not over-ripe. Still has tannin. Balanced and young. 92-93
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