If you’re on the prowl for a sophisticated wine-driven gastronomic adventure, I would highly recommend a road trip to the Mercersburg Inn in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. On Saturday, July 27th, the Inn will host a special food & wine event. In the afternoon, guests will enjoy a wine tasting with wine expert John Peters. In the evening, Chef Dan Nowalk will create a menu highlighting “Foods of Chesapeake Bay” with appropriate wine pairings.
Tasting: 5:00 p.m.
Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc Viognier
2010 Hook and Ladder Gewürztraminer
2010 Benton Lane Estate Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
2006 Ferrari Carano Merlot, Sonoma County
2009 De Loach Estate Zinfandel
2010 Justin Cabernet Sauvignon
Foods of the Chesapeake Bay Dinner with Wine Pairings: 8:00 p.m.
Scallops Crudo with Asparagus Salad: Scallops marinated in citrus vinaigrette garnished with shaved asparagus salad; Wine Pairing: Domaine Carneros Taittinger
Mussel Fritters with Fresh Tomato Compote: Crispy fritters, fresh tomatoes and basil from the Inn’s Garden; Wine Pairing: 2011 Cristom Estate Pinot Gris
Chesapeake Bay Oyster Stew: Light tomato broth, bay oysters, assorted vegetables; Wine Pairing: 2010 Chateau St. Jean “Le Petite Etiole” Fumé Blanc
Sautéed Soft Shell Crab: Brown butter, preserved lemon, capers, parsley; Wine Pairing: 2009 Domaine Drouhin Oregon Arthur Chardonnay
Strawberry Shortcake: Crème Chantilly; Wine Pairing: 2010 Robert Mondavi Moscato D’oro
The cost of the afternoon wine tasting and Foods of the Chesapeake wine dinner is $115.00 per person and also requires an overnight stay. For more information, or to make reservations, please call (717) 328-5231 or 1-866-628-7401.
Bon Appétit!
TAD
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