Clarkes of North Beach
16 August 2011
Can you have too much of a good thing? Not usually, but when it came to the wines that Miles (our Cellar Master) selected for this month's tasting, even I was struggling to appreciate the last pair of reds (wines 12 and 13 for the night). The selection on offer was outstanding, but it was hard to finish on a pair of powerful cabernets after the dessert wines.
Overall, we had a memorable night of fine food and wine that was shared with a lovely group of people. We did make a rather significant loss on the night, so may need to review our budget prior to the next budget.
The Menu
Tarlant - Champagne - 1996
Amuse bouche
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Fritz Haag - Riesling - Auslese - Braunenberger Juffer-Sonnenhur - 1998 (Moselle)
Grossett - Riesling - Watervale - 2001
Linley valley pork belly, crackle dust, apple textures.
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Raimbault - Sancerre - Vielles Vignes - 2005
Leeuwin Estate - Chardonnay - Art Series - 2007
King George whiting, toasted brioche, smoked brandade
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Domaine Fourrier - Gevrey Chambertin - 1999
Paringa Estate - Pinot Noir - 2003
Aged prime fillet steak: Parsley and wild garlic puree, Fondant potato, thyme jus
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Howard Park - Cabernet Sauvignon - 2001
Chateau Leoville Barton - St Julien - 1998
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Oreo and baileys espuma, Popping candy
Chateau Coutet - Barsac - 2007
Chateau Lamothe Guignard - 2007 - Sauternes
Caramelised lemon tart, Blood orange jelly, lemon sorbet vanilla marshmallow
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Plantagenet - Cabernet Sauvignon - 1996
Cape Mentelle - Cabernet Sauvignon - 1996