Old World vs. New World Wine Dinner

This event, graciously sponsored by BB&T, will feature a delicious four-course dinner prepared by Chef/Co-Owner Bill Murphy and his culinary team at Hampton Street Vineyard . Two complementary wines have been paired with each course and Jean Pierre Chambas of Aleph Wines Corporation will educate guests about each pairing. This dinner features an Old Word vs. New World theme and guests will be able to sample great examples from each style. All proceeds assist the Community Foundation in awarding grants… Show more to nonprofits in the Midlands.
First Course Gulf oysters with a light lemon zest vinaigrette Fournier Sancerre 2010 Emmola Napa Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Second Course Grilled salmon on a bed of shrimp risotto with a maple syrup red onion confit Mason Champy Savigny Les Beaune "Aux Fourches" 2009 Cooper Mountain Organic Reserve Oregon Pinot Noir 2010
Third Course Grilled loin of lamb on a bed of minted couscous with a sundried tomato tapenade coulis and a side of charred carrot, toasted almond and goat cheese Cheateau De L'Estang Cotes De Castillion 2009 Ledgewood Creek Napa Cabernet 2008
Fourth Course Assorted French cheeses with balsamic dunked figs Guigal Croze Hermitage 2007 Fess Parker Santa Barbara Syrah
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