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June 10: World Cup Of Wine and Food Class

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Published: Friday, June 11, 2010

In anticipation of Friday's World Cup Soccer finals in South Africa, Yves hosted an evening of South African influenced dishes paired with six wines from four distinct and historic South African estates. His crazy cohorts Mark and Jim were on hand to share the incredible winemaking history of South Africa with a nearly sold out crowd who were as rapt by the tales and enamored by the food as they were by the basketball game that was broadcast on the screens in the restaurant. Many were surprised to learn that South Africa has been producing wine since 1652 and even more were surprised by the very delicate and elegantly European style of the wines. Everyone enjoyed Nederburg Lyric (a blend of Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay) with Ginger Marinated Prawns served with a lime butter sauce. The next selection featured one of Yves' favourite offerings from our vast wine list; the 2007 Meerlust Chardonnay paired with Piri Piri Chicken. A delicious Fleur du Cap Pinotage was paired with a spicy, Marguese Sausage plate followed by an elegant Meerlust Pinot Noir served with Veal Frikadelles. As the evening came to a close, the guests enjoyed Venison skewers supported by a blend of Merlot and Cabernet named "Prima" from the Le Bonheur Estate. And, if that wasn't enough, a fine cheese plate was offered with a very special bottling of cellar aged, 2003 Fleur du Cap, "unfiltered," Cabernet Sauvignon that Jim had decanted several hours before the event. It was truly one of the best food and wine pairings the boys have put together yet and a sign of many more exciting nights to come.

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