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Martin Wine Cellar August Events

Posted by perle0 on 2005-08-07 02:39:34 (6378 views)

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Check out the latest upcoming wine-tasting events at Martin's by clicking Read More below.

All tastings begin at 6:30 pm and are held at the Metairie store (except dinners). Reservations and payment are required in advance. You can pay with cash or check at either either location , or make a reservation by phone. Have your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card or Diners Club ready and call either location--(504) 896-7300 in Metairie, or (504) 899-7411 for Uptown.

New Arrivals from South Africa
Thursday, August 11
$25 per person
hosted by David Gladden
Happy Anniversary!!
Celebrating 30 Years of Thursday Night Tastings
  • Southern Right Sauvignon Blanc 2004 -- $11.99
  • Neil Ellis Sincerely 2004 -- $11.99
  • The Wolftrap Red 2004 -- $9.99
  • Fairview Goats do Roam In Villages Red 2004 -- $13.99
  • Ashbourne Pinotage 2001 -- $29.99
  • Senga Merlot/Cabernet 2002 -- $15.99
  • Engelbrecht-Els 2003 -- $39.99
  • Fairview La Beryl Blanc 2004 (Natural Sweet Chenin Blanc)-- $19.99 (500ml)


Wine Divas: “Noir et Blanc: A Black and White Affair”
Tuesday, August 16
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Sip. Shop. Socialize.
A casual networking and social soirée designed especially for women.
$25 per person

Divas wear your black, wear your white or wear your best black and white and join us for a fabulous summer night of wine, food and fun.
Featuring:
Beautiful Black and White Photography by local artists
Kathleen K. Parker and Elizabeth Bick
Culinary Creations by Chef Ron Wilemon of Allegro Bistro
Delicious white and dark chocolate dipped strawberries
A selection of savory cheeses and patés
Wonderful noir et blanc wines
  • Meridian Pinot Noir 2002 -- $7.99
  • Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs NV -- $14.99
  • Garrison McBride Pinot Noir 2003 -- $10.99
  • Gruet Blanc de Noirs NV -- $13.99
  • Domaine Weinbach Pinot Blanc Reserve 2002 -- $20.99
  • Domaine Ste. Michelle Blanc de Blancs NV -- $9.99
  • Schramsberg Vineyards Brut Blanc de Blancs 2000 -- $26.99


Bubbles and Bits
Thursday, August 18
$28 per person
Come enjoy this casual reception-style tasting with wine expert Stephen Perret and gourmet food expert Margie Stoughton as they tempt your taste buds with 6 outstanding Champagnes, delicious domestic caviar, smoked salmon roulade, fantastic fromage and Odi-moises cookies.
  • Roederer Estate Brut Rosé Anderson Valley NV -- $21.99
  • Domaine Chandon Brut Reserve NV -- $21.99
  • Mumm Brut Cordon Rouge NV -- $32.99
  • Piper Heidsieck Brut NV -- $29.99
  • Pommery Brut Royal NV -- $28.99
  • Scharffenberger Brut NV -- $16.99


Wine and Dine at Vega Tapas Café
(2051 Metairie Road)
Executive Chef Mike Hampton
Wednesday, August 24 at 7pm
$45 inclusive of tax and gratuity

Aperitif
Marques de Gelida Brut Cava 2000 -- $8.99

Gazpacho Blanco
Chilled Marcona Almond Soup with Grapes
Alvear Oloroso Asuncion NV -- $15.99

Escalivada con Gambas
Salad of Roasted Eggplant with Marinated Shrimp and Sherry Vinaigrette

Croquettas de Jamon y Queso
Serrano & Manchego in Bechamel Lightly Battered and Golden Fried
Bodegas Muga Blanco 2004 -- $10.99

Arroz Negro
Valencian Rice Sautéed in Squid Ink with Parsley and Alioli
Vega Sindoa el Chaparral Old Vine Grenache 2002 -- $9.99

Fideo con Mariscos y Carne
Saffron Angel Hair with Gulf Shrimp, Mussels, Chorizo, and Chicken
Castillo de Maluenda Vina Alarba Pago San Miguel 2002 -- $14.99

Leche Frito
Fried Egg Custard with Hand-Picked Fig Compote and Goat Cheese Gelato
Alvear Pedro Ximenez de Aneda 2003 -- $13.99


Bell Foods Bellini Veal Cook-Off
Thursday, August 25 - 6-8pm
$25 per person
sponsored by Culinary Concierge and Bell Foods
You be the judge.
Join us for the first Bellini Veal Cook-Off and help select the 2005 Veal Champion. Sample the top six culinary creations and vote for your favorite dish. Also enjoy 10 of our top wines that especially compliment veal.
  • Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Cetamura, Italy 2003 -- $10.99
  • Bodegas Muga Tinto Rioja Reserva, Spain 2001 -- $16.99
  • Domaine Pavelot Savigny-lès-Beaune, Burgundy 2002 -- $25.99
  • Elk Cove Vineyards Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2002 -- $19.99
  • Mas Lumen Coteaux du Languedoc, Languedoc 2001 -- $15.99
  • Garrison McBride Pinot Noir, California 2003 -- $10.99
  • Neil Ellis Chardonnay Stellenbosch, South Africa 2003 -- $17.99
  • Bodegas Muga Rioja Blanco, Spain 2004 -- $10.99
  • Errazuriz Chardonnay Estate, Chile 2003 -- $10.99
  • Saintsbury Chardonnay Unfiltered, California 2003 -- $16.99

Tickets are sold in advance only and are limited.
Please see a store manager for tickets.
Benefitting Meals on Wheels


Premiering: Cool Cocktails and Fabulous Fondues
with sweet and savory fondues
Tuesday, August 30
$20 per person
This reception-style tasting will be from 6:30 to 8pm in our Metairie Tasting Room. Starring:
  • Hennessy XO -- $133.99
  • Hennessy Paradis -- $229.99
  • Grand Marnier 100 Year -- $120.59
  • Grand Marnier 150 Year -- $191.00
  • Chopin Vodka -- $27.49
  • Belvedere Vodka -- $27.49
  • Navan -- $38.99


 

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