On Thursday, October 1, 2015, 7:00 p.m., Restaurant Nicholas in Red Bank, New Jersey, will host another in its popular series of winemaker dinners, featuring the extraordinary wines of the Napa Valley’s Joseph Phelps Vineyards.
According to Robert Parker: “Joseph Phelps was one of the great visionaries of Napa Valley. His legacy is one of extraordinary quality. Joe Phelps was a leader, and one of the greats of the wine world.”
Joseph Phelps Vineyards is among the most acclaimed labels in the wine industry. Their flagship wine, Insignia, has earned numerous accolades, including three perfect scores and a “Wine of the Year” honor by Wine Spectator in 2005.
Chef/proprietor Nicholas Harary and Elizabeth Neumann, granddaughter of winery founder Joseph Phelps, have collaborated to create an unforgettable five course menu, pairing Phelps’ award-winning wines with the restaurant’s autumn-inspired fare.
Joseph Phelps Winemaker Dinner Menu…
First Course: Butternut Squash Purée, Hudson Valley Foie Gras Mousse, Navesink Honey, Pumpkin Seeds; Wine Pairing: 2013 Napa Valley, Sauvignon Blanc, Joseph Phelps
Second Course: Local Monkfish, Crispy Pork Belly, Brussels Sprouts, Apple Cider Gastrique; Wine Pairing: 2012 Sonoma Coast, Chardonnay, Freestone Vineyard, Joseph Phelps
Third Course: Heritage Pork Tortellini, Emilio Lustau Aged Sherry, Butter Sauce; Wine Pairing: 2012 Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, Joseph Phelps
Fourth Course: Roasted Short Loin of Venison, Chestnut Purée, Cranberry Venison Jus; Wine Pairing: 2012 Napa Valley, Insignia, Joseph Phelps
Fifth Course: Sour Cream Cake, Bourbon Maple Ice Cream, Pecan Crumble
The cost of the Joseph Phelps Winemaker Dinner is $165.00 per person (plus tax & gratuity). For more information, or to make reservations, please call (732) 345-9977.
Bon Appétit!
TAD
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