Wonderful Washington – Wine Pairing Menu

Event 5 Wonderful Washington

Enjoy a six course wine pairing menu focusing on the flavors of Washington state. Includes links for recipes and wines.

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First Course
L’Ecole Semillion 2021 Columbia Valley

Chilled Apple Gazpacho
Green apple and cucumber finely blended with garlic, ginger, lemon, champagne vinegar and toasted almonds. Topped with a swirl of sour cream and lemon zest.

Second Course
Chateau Ste Michelle Horse Heaven Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Crab Salad Mushrooms
Lump meat crab salad atop a tender mushroom infused with lemon and herbs. Topped with fresh dill.

Vegetarian option – Artichoke in Marinated Mushrooms
Tender artichoke heart salad in marinated mushrooms.

Third Course
Tagaris Riesling 2021 Columbia Valley

Saffron Steamed Clams  
Fresh whole clams steamed in a creamy saffron broth over a gluten-free garlic toasts. Topped with parsley and diced tomatoes.

Vegetarian option – Saffron Bruschetta
Blend of tomatoes, parsley and saffron-infused oil on gluten-free garlic toasts.

Fourth Course
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Red Blend 2020

Braised Chicken with Mushrooms
Chicken braised in a creamy mushroom sauce. Topped with parmesan-rosemary crisp and microgreens. Served with a wild rice pilaf and blanched asparagus.

Vegetarian option – Sautéed Mushrooms in Cream Sauce.

Fifth Course
Darby Purple Haze Columbia Valley Red Wine 2021

Port Braised Beef
Beef slow cooked in Whidbey Island Port and Darby Cabernet then topped with wine reduction, crispy shallots and chive blossoms. Accompanied by swish chard and smashed potatoes.

Vegetarian Option: Vegetarian wine reduction with extra smashed potatoes.

Sixth Course
Darby Cabernet Sauvignon Discovery Vineyards Horse Heaven Hills 2013

Forest Floor
Inspired by a walk through the woods, an edible landscape with layers of flavors to explore. Blackberry cream base, cinnamon meringue mushrooms, honey moss cake, almond bits, pinecone truffles, crispy stones and dark chocolate decorations.