SOHO Atlanta Restaurant will showcase the wines and flavors of South America on flight night, Wednesday, June 26. Guests can enjoy the wines and tapas introduced during Wednesday’s flight night through Tuesday, July 2.

First, SOHO will pour a 2011 La Puerta Alta Torrontes from Famatina Valley, Argentina. The winemaker says the wine offers: “A bright green-gold color showing vibrant floral aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle. There are crisp citrus notes on the palate.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2011 BenMarco Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. The winemaker says  of the wine: “Beautiful deep purple color with perfumed aromas of ripe red fruits and roasted coffee beans. It is lush, full bodied and penetrating on the palate with loads of chewy, currant jam flavors, bright acidity, and a touch of grip on the almost savory finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2011 Paul Hobbs Felino Cabernet from Mendoza, Argentina. The wine is described by the winemakers: “Intense notes of blackberry, cherry, and black tea entice the nose, before hints of black pepper and smoke rise from this saturated inky purple cabernet sauvignon. The richly textured palate brings black cherry, milk chocolate, rose petal jam and subtle clove tones supported by firm, velvety tannins.”

SOHO executive chef Joe Ahn has created three tapas plates to be paired with each South American wine.

2011 La Puerta Alta Torrontes
100% Torrontes
Paired with: Seared sea scallops with heirloom tomato salad

2011 BenMarco Malbec
95% Malbec, 5% Bonarda
Paired with: Bacon blue cheese bison sliders with fried shallots

2011 Paul Hobbs Felino Cabernet
88% Cabernet, 8% Syrah, 4% Petit Verdot
Paired with: Rabbit pate with cognac and sliced baguette

Sample each wine in a flight (three three-ounce glasses) for $13.50. Or, pair the flight with a tapas plate for $18. Try a full glass of wine and tapas plate for $12. Of course, the wines and tapas are available individually as well ($9/glass and $6/tapas). See you soon!

SOHO Atlanta Restaurant will showcase the wines and flavors of South America on flight night, Wednesday, June 19. Guests can enjoy the wines and tapas introduced during Wednesday’s flight night through Tuesday, June 25.

Graffigna Winery

First, SOHO will pour a 2012 Paul Hobbs Felino Chardonnay from Mendoza, Argentina. The winemaker describes the wine: “Bright pale gold, with fresh tropical fruit notes of kiwi, mango, pineapple and hints of grapefruit peel. The crisp, refreshing palate is balanced by a sensual creaminess and the nectarine and mango here are joined by hints of orange blossom. The oak is barely perceptible in a vanilla suggestion.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2009 Montes Pinot Noir from Casablanca Valley, Chile. The winemaker says of the wine: “On the palate it is clean and well balanced, presenting blackberry and black cherry flavors while its soft, velvety texture and a harmonious level of acidity add elegance to the wine and an enjoyable long finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Graffigna Cabernet Gran Reserva from Padernal Valley, Argentina. The winemaker notes:  The wine is the color of ruby red with purple hues. It has aromas of spices, blackberries, and toasted notes from oak aging. The wine is structured on the palate and offers round tannins with black fruit flavors and hints of vanilla. ”

SOHO’s executive chef, Joe Ahn, has created three tapas plates to pair with each South American wine.

2012 Paul Hobbs Felino Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Paired with: Chilled shrimp salad rolls with fresh Tarragon

2009 Montes Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Coriander encrusted tuna seared in duck fat with a berry coulis

2010 Graffigna Cabernet Gran Reserva
100% Cabernet
Paired with: Grilled elk tenderloin and rosemary white bean puree

Sample each wine in a flight (three three-ounce glasses) for $13.50. Or, pair the flight with a tapas plate for $18. Try a full glass of wine and tapas plate for $12. Of course, the wines and tapas are available individually as well ($9/glass and $6/tapas). See you soon!

SOHO Atlanta Restaurant will showcase the wines and flavors of South America on flight night, Wednesday, June 12. Guests can enjoy the wines and tapas introduced on flight night through Tuesday, June 18.

First, SOHO will pour a 2012 Cousino Macul Sauvignon Gris from Maipo Valley, Chile. The winemaker says of the wine: “An opaque rather greenish yellow color, on the nose it is quite fresh and citric, with a slightly sweet note, that reminds us of quince, some red apple and white flowers such as jasmine. It gives way to a very good acidity in mouth with a slight note of white peaches.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2010 Amalaya Red Blend from Salta, Argentina. The winemaker offers these tasting notes: “The aromas begin with a top note of roses and violets followed by a red fruit profile of cherries and strawberries with hints of white pepper. The flavors are similar, with exotic plum and berry wrapped in a sweet, wet clay, earthy background. The entry on the palate is smooth, moving to full-bodied and silky with a persistent finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Salentein Malbec Reserva from Valley de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina. The winemaker says: “It is a deep purple, intense wine. It offers aromas of blackberries, and the floral scents of violets and vanilla. A sweet start of mouth, followed by an ample and intense feel in the mid palate, with a silky and rounded tannin texture. ”

SOHO’s executive chef, Joe Ahn, has created three tapas plates to pair with each South American wine.

2012 Cousino Macul Sauvignon Gris
100% Sauvignon Gris
Paired with: Shrimp and octopus ceviche with stuffed avocado

2010 Amalaya Red Blend
75% Malbec, 5% Cabernet, 5% Tannat, 5% Syrah
Paired with: Potato gnocchi baked with sausage and tomato

2010 Salentein Malbec Reserva
100% Malbec
Paired with: Slow smoked pork shoulder with a honey barbecue glaze

Sample each wine in a flight (three three-ounce glasses) for $13.50. Or, pair the flight with a tapas plate for $18. Try a full glass of wine and tapas plate for $12. Of course, the wines and tapas are available individually as well ($9/glass and $6/tapas). See you soon!

Throughout the month of June, beginning on flight night, Wednesday, June 5, SOHO Atlanta restaurant will be showcasing the wines and flavors of South America.

Trapiche Vineyards in Argentina

First, SOHO will pour a 2012 Terranoble “El Algarrobo Vineyard” Sauvignon Blanc Reserva from Casablanca, Chile. The winemaker notes the Sauvignon Blanc ” is highly aromatic and has a deep yellow color with greenish hues. This is a modern style wine. The fruit aromas vary from tropical to lime, grapefruit and subtle notes of asparagus.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2010 Trapiche Broquel Bonarda from Santa Rosa, Province of Mendoza, Argentina. The winemaker says of the wine: “on the nose the blueberry and ripe cherry notes stand out. Very sweet in the mouth, with ripe and soft tannins. The new oak brings notes of coconut and smoke.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Punto Final Malbec Reserva from Argentina. The winemaker says the Malbec is “deep red in color with intense violet shades. On the nose, a combination of red fruits and toasty notes given by the French oak are evident. In the mouth the wine is complex and structured with a long aftertaste.”

SOHO’s executive chef, Joe Ahn, has created three South American-inspired tapas plates to pair with each wine.

2012 Terranoble Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Paired with: Snow crab potsticker with citrus-ginger butter

2010 Broquel Bonarda
100% Bonarda
Paired with: Tomato and goat’s cheese fondue with garlic bread

2010 Punto Final Malbec Reserva
100% Malbec
Paired with: Spicy lamb curry with naan

Sample each wine in a flight (three three-ounce glasses) for $13.50. Or, pair the flight with a tapas plate for $18. Try a full glass of wine and tapas plate for $12. Of course, the wines and tapas are available individually as well ($9/glass and $6/tapas). See you soon!