A Matter of Taste

It's A Matter of Taste!

Your taste, that is!

Members and guests gathered once again at the home of our friends Roland & Anne Richardson for our annual A Matter of Taste wine tasting event. As founding members of The Wine & Food Society of Jacksonville, they have oft opened up their house to us for dinners and wine tastings. This was the ninth such event. As a fitting honor, Roland and Anne were awarded the BGA Silver Medals for their friendship, leadership and full participation through the years. They have been an inspiration for all our members.

The theme of this event was to explore lesser known varietals and viticultural areas. Thirteen wines were served including a 2002 Sauternes from the cellar of Joe & Diantha Ripley, paired with a most unusual delight - blueberries! Chef Byron Terwillegar of Bllue Water Cafe prepared a bountiful buffet to accompany the wines.

Wines

Arca Nova Vinho Verde, 2013; Ewald Gruber Hundspoint Gruner Veltliner, 2013; Arindo Verdejo, 2013; Raphael Palacios Godello, Louro do Bolo, 2012

Chateau Puech-Haut, Saint-Drezery Prestige, 2011; Mas Des Dames, La Dame, 2010; Domaine de Fontsainte Corbieres, 2012

Charles Joguet Chinon, Cuvee Terroir, Cabernet Franc, 2012; World's End, Against the Wind, Cabernet Franc Reserve, 2009

Chateau Garraud Lalande De Pomerol, 2009; Darioush Signature Napa Valley Merlot, 2012; Adams Bench, Reckoning, Columbia Valley, 2010

Chateau Coutet Sauternes , 2002

Menu

House Smoked SalmonRoasted Asparagus

Marinated Fresh Mozarella and Tomatoes, Goat Cheese Toasts, Roast Beef Tenderloin with Cippolini Onions and Mushrooms, Duck Confit in Blueberry Sauce with Mushrooms, Fresh Fruit and Cheeses

Macaroons and Butterscotch Squares