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Limited-Seating High End Tasting featuring the wines of Darioush - Thursday, March 5, 2026
Thursday, March 05, 2026
Doors open at 6:30 PM for registration & hors d'oeuvres. Dinner begins at 7:00 PM sharp.
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Hors D'Oeuvres
Darioush Signature Viognier 2024
Duck Prosciutto & Manchego Croquette with Red Pepper Rouille
Varietal composition: 100% Viognier
The 2024 Signature Viognier is vibrant and gracefully layered. A mild, steady season allowed the fruit to ripen evenly, developing purity and poise. Fragrant notes of white peach, apricot, and orange blossom lift from the glass, followed by a palate of nectarine, lychee, and tangerine peel. A bright, balanced acidity lends clarity and length, finishing with a delicate hint of citrus zest and coastal minerality. 92 Points Wine Spectator.
Seafood Course
Darioush Signature Chardonnay 2023
Chardonnay & Tempura Battered Atlantic Haddock "Fish & Chips" with Fresh Cut Fries and Sauce Gribiche
Varietal composition: 100% Chardonnay
Bursting to life with vibrant notes of juicy green apple and tangy key lime, 2023 Signature Chardonnay makes an exceptionally bright and refreshing introduction. On the palate, a silky, plush profile reveals notes of crisp Bosc pear and freshly baked tart tatin gently accented by hints of clove and nutmeg. The wine strikes an ideal balance of high fruit tone, minerality, and baking spice hints that add warmth and elegance to the long, enjoyable finish. 92 Points Wine Spectator; 92 Points James Suckling.
Beef Course
Darioush Signature Merlot 2022
Braised Beef Cheek Bolognese with Willd Mushrooms and Asiago Gnocchi
Varietal composition: 84% Merlot, 16% Malbec
Aromas of sweet cigar spice and tobacco permeate the glass and mingle with juicy plum and black cherry to introduce our 2022 Signature Merlot. On the palate, the wine is both smooth and vibrant with delicate acidity to match its dense layers of berry fruit and earthy characteristics. Savory notes of espresso crema and dried herbs enhance the mid-palate, then usher in subtle hints of cocoa-covered cherries coated by finely knit tannins. The wine is multi-dimensional with great presence and persistence that will only improve with bottle age. 94 Points Owen Bargreen; 93 Points Wine Spectator; 92 Points James Suckling.
Poultry Course
Duel Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz 2021
Red Wine Braised Chicken Turnover Puff Pastry with Port Onion Remoulade
Varietal composition: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Shiraz
A concentrated and vibrant wine, 2021 Duel offers an enticing mix of raspberry and currants enhanced by an essence of savory herbs. A medley of blackberry, red plum, and crème de cassis flavors sweeps across the classically fruit-forward palate and is warmed by spicy undertones of sandalwood and cardamom. This vintage’s lion’s share of Cabernet Sauvignon contributes freshness, structure, and age-worthiness, while Shiraz delivers its intriguing hallmark notes of oolong tea, acacia wood, and tobacco. 94 Points Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent.
Pate Course
Caravan Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Country Pate with Chornicjon, Maillard Mustard and Sourdough
Varietal Composition: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot
Drawing inspiration from the celebrated blends of Bordeaux’ Left Bank, 2021 Caravan greets us with lifted aromas of juicy Damsom plum, fig, and vibrant cherry. On the palate, this fresh medley of red fruits continues— mouthcoating flavors of red licorice and raspberry compote are balanced by savory bakers’ chocolate, lavender brush, and green tea notes. This is a harmonious wine experience that satisfies with incredible fruit quality, plushness, and spice. 92 Points Jeb Dunnuck.
Dessert Course
Darioush Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Chocolate Fondue with Fresh Berries and Pretzel Sticks
Varietal Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
A study in elegance and poise, our flagship Signature Cabernet Sauvignon seamlessly balances structure and depth with vibrant fruit tone and earth-driven complexity. The 2022 vintage—a pure varietal expression—opens with bold aromas of ripe blackcurrant and crushed blueberries, unfolding into layers of sun-dried fig, black raspberry, and juicy Damson plum. Notes of dark cocoa, spiced sandalwood, and smoked thyme weave through the expansive palate, enhancing its rich, velvety texture. Firm yet polished tannins extend through a satisfying finish, accented by hints of graphite, dried lavender, and a lift of candied orange peel. This sophisticated wine promises to evolve beautifully with cellar age. 96 Points Owen Bargreen; 92 Points Decanter; 92 Points James Suckling.