Wine Dinners
Ambrosia South American Wine Dinner
Ambrosia South American Wine Dinner
Our September Wine Dinner will feature South American wines from Chile and Argentina presented by Tim O'Brien.
Our presenter, Tim O’Brien has 34 years in the beverage industry and is a certified Sommelier. Tim will share his knowledge of South American wines at our wine dinner featuring wines from Chile and Argentina on September 14.
The wine-producing regions of Argentina and Chile are rich in history, which we’ll delve into as well as aspects of the terroir such as climate and altitude. These wonderful wines will be paired with courses prepared by guest chef Eric Farr and Ambrosia’s culinary team. Each course is created to compliment the qualities of the wines.
A taste of all the wines, accompanied by dinner is $75 per person plus gratuity. Purchase 12 bottles or more at the dinner and receive a 10% discount.
SOUTH AMERICAN WINE DINNER MENU
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
CORSO I
Ensalada Pacifica Francesa
Composed salad of mixed olive, smoked salmon, egg, purple potatoes, shallots, diced tomatoes, mixed greens tossed in a gorgonzola vinaigrette
Rosé, Los Vascos, Colchagua Valley, Chile
CORSO II
Pollo alla Cacciatora
Braised chicken thigh with soffrito, tomato, red wine, and mushroom
Sauvignon Blanc, Los Vascos, Colchagua Valley, Chile
Chardonnay, Los Vascos, Colchagua Valley, Chile
CORSO III
Maiz Estofado
Braised brisket over a roasted corn sauce, topped with cilantro crema, quick-pickled shallot, and scallion
Cabernet Sauvignon Cromas Gran Reserva, Mendoza, Argentina
CORSO IV
Brindisi di Puttana
Puttanesca relish on house-made crostini, topped with shaved parmesan
Red Blend “Le Dix” Bodegas Caro, Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), Mendoza Argentina
CORSO V
Dessert
Roasted lime and flake coconut creme brûlée
Carmenere, Camps Gran Reserva, Los Vascos, Colchagua Valley, Chile
Wine Dinner Team
Culinary Team Lead: Guest Chef Eric Farr
Service Team Lead: Jonathan Rynicki
Owner & Sommelier: Armen Kevrekian