Roaming The Rhone In Montreux
| Theme | Roaming The Rhone In Montreux |
|---|---|
| Venue | Home of Leanard & Sara Lafrance |
| Location | Montreux, Reno NV |
| Date | Sep 17, 2023 |
| Time | 6PM |
| Host | Leanard and Sara Lafrance |
| Chef | Mark Estee |
| Wine Selection | Sudsy Torbeck |
| Registration | Closed on Sep 17, 2023 |
On the golf course in Montreux the setting was impressive. Sara and Leanard hosted a fantastic dinner with wine from the Rhone Valley. Chef Mark Estee and his braised burgundy wine Short ribs made it a 5 star dinner. Wines selected by Sudsy were paired perfectly and the evening was exquisite.
The dinner started with Hor d'oeuvre, Olive Tapenade on Crusty Bread and Smoked Trout with Dill Cream Cheese on Brioche. Wine Selections: 2015 E. Guigal White Rhone Blend, Saint Joseph, France, 2022 Chateau Aqueria Tavel Rose, France. 2012 Michel Gassier GSM Nimes, France.
The Premier Course consisted of Pear Salad with Baby Arugula, Shaved Fennel, Goat Cheese Fritter, Toasted Hazelnuts, French Bread Croutons, Olive Oil, Thyme, Rosemary, Marsanne Wine Vinaigrette. Wine: 2017 Les Pallieres, Gigondas, France.
The Principal Course was Burgundy Wine Braised Short Ribs, Potato Aligot, Roasted Heirloom Carrots with Herbs, Garlic and Shallots. Wine: 2010 du Vleux Lazaret, Chateauneuf du Pape, France.
The evening ended with Dessert, Almond Tart with Crème Fraiche & Charred Grape. Wine: 2010 du Vleux Lazaret, Chateauneuf du Pape, France.