SOHO Atlanta restaurant will continue to showcase the wines and flavors of Spain on flight night, Wednesday, February 26. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, March 4.

Muga vineyards

First, SOHO will pour a 2012 Muga Blanco from Rioja, Spain. Says the winemaker, “[The wine is] powerful with pineapple, apple and peach aromas, all at a midway point between sharp and ripe fruit. In the background there are notes of white blossom, concluding with smooth, honeyed sensations.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2011 Teso la Monja Romanico from Toro, Spain. The winemaker says of the wine, “A sensational red, it exhibits a dense purple color as well as a sweet perfume of lead pencil shavings, violets, licorice, blackberries and black currants. Full-bodied with a voluptuous texture and a long finish…”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2009 Marques de Griñon Caliza from Dominio de Valdepusa. Says the winemaker, “Deep purple in color with ruby reflections, this wine shows alluring notes of lush raspberries and ripe black cherries with undertones of cinnamon and minerality. On the palate, it is beautifully full-bodied and silky with refreshing acidity and flavors that unfold into the long-lasting finish.”

SOHO’s executive chef, Scott Warren, has created three tapas dishes to pair with each Spanish wine.

2012 Muga Blanco
90% Viura, 10% Malvasia
Paired with: Steamed mussels, chorizo and grilled baguette

2011 Teso La Monja Romanico
100% Tinto de Toro
Paired with: Grilled hanger steak with zucchini fries

2009 Marques de Grinon Caliza
70% Syrah, 30% Petit Verdot, 5% Garnacha, 3% Graciano
Paired with: Marinated roasted chicken thighs over brussel sprouts

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 continue to feature the wines and flavors of Spain on flight night, Wednesday, February 17. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, February 25.

First, SOHO will pour a 2009 Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha from Calatayud, Spain. The winemaker says, “Our 2009…Garnacha…exhibits a deep ruby color with a spicy cranberry bouquet. This well-structured wine has dark cherry flavors and elegant hints of oak with round, supple tannins and a long, rich finish.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2009 Clos MontBlanc Xipella from Calatayud, Spain. Of the red blend, the winemaker says, “…Rich red wine with intense color and complexity. Powerful aromas of ripe fruits and mineral notes. In the mouth, it is gentle with fine tannins that are well-integrated. A sumptuous long and persistent finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2006 Conde de Valdemar Reserva Rioja from Rioja, Spain. The winemaker says, “It has a spectacular red cherry color with garnet rim. Complex on the nose, with fine notes provided by the oak ageing, such as spices and cocoa; and subtle fruit. [On the palate, the wine is] rounded, tasty, potent in mouth, displaying ripe tannins. Very long aftertaste.”

SOHO’s executive chef, Scott Warren, has created three tapas dishes to pair with each Spanish wine.

2009 Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha
100% Garnacha
Paired with: Green pea and serrano ham arancini with San Marzano tomato sauce

2009 Clos Montblanc Xipella
44% Garnacha, 44% Monastrell, 10% Samso and 2% Syrah
Paired with: Grilled lollipop lamb chops with roasted root vegetables

2006 Conde Valdemar Reserva Rioja
85% Tempranillo, 7% Mazuelo, 5% Garnacha, 3% Graciano
Paired with: Grilled local trout with brown butter and sugared pecans

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 continue to showcase the wines and flavors of Spain on flight night, Thursday, February 13. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, February 18.

  Artadi vineyards

First, SOHO will pour a 2011 Breca Calatayud Old Vine Garnacha from Aragon, Spain. Says the winemaker,  “The estate’s oldest vines are utilized for the 2011 Breca…100% Garnacha from vines that were planted between 1925 and 1945 in decomposed slate and gravelly clay soils. Black raspberry, truffle, kirsch, lavender and liquid rock-like characteristics emerge from this astonishing wine.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2010 Artadi Vinas de Gain Rioja from Rioja, Spain. The winemaker says of the wine, “…Viñas de Gain is deep purple in color with ruby-colored rim. Alluring aromas of wild berry jam, red flowers, laurel leaves, caramel, toffee and chocolate are found in the nose, while the palate is layered with silky tannins, unctuous acidity and notes of fresh blueberries, black currants, sweet spice and aromatic wood.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2012 Bodegas Bula Montsant from Montsant, Spain. The red blend is described, “…brilliant ruby-red. Smoky, mineral-laced scents of dark berries and licorice. Chewy and focused, offering bitter cherry and cassis flavors enlivened by a note of black pepper. Dusty tannins give shape to the finish, which lingers with very good energy and sneaky sweetness.”

SOHO’s executive chef, Scott Warren, has created three tapas plates to pair with each Spanish wine.

2011 Breca Calatayud Old Vine Garnacha
100% Garnacha
Paired with: Pork milanese and garlic mashed potatoes

2010 Artadi Vinas de Gain Rioja
100% Tempranillo
Paired with: Olive tapenade tart, caramelized red onions and Grana Padano

2012 Bodegas Bula Montsant
40% Mazuelo, 40% Garnacha, 20% Syrah
Paired with: Salmon burger sliders with cucumber dill dressing

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 Spain on flight night, Wednesday February 5, and throughout the month of February. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, February 11.

Viña Bujanda vineyards

First, SOHO will pour a 2011 Alto Cinco Garnacha Cariñena from Cariñena, Spain. The winemaker says of the wine, “The wine tastes of ripe, juicy wild strawberry, red cherry and blackberry framed by supple tannins. Floral notes of violet and rose petal complement the oak notes of mocha and vanilla on the finish.“

Next, SOHO will pour a 2009 Viña Bujanda Crianza from Rioja, Spain. Notes the winemaker, “Viña Bujanda Crianza, made from 100% Tempranillo has an excellent balance. It has low to moderate acidity. The palate consists of fresh strawberries and spice that age into flavors of rich cherry and tobacco.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Conreria d’Scala Dei “Black Slate” Escaladei from Priorat, Spain. The winemaker describes the wine…”an energetic, beautifully lifted and elegant Priorat that delivers plenty of jammy black raspberry, licorice, pepper, and underbrush like qualities that flow to a medium to full-bodied, fresh, and focused palate. Turning even more floral and elegant with air, this beautifully balanced and structured 2010 has a core of acidity, layers of fruit, and no shortage of length on the finish…”

SOHO’s executive chef, Scott Warren, has created three tapas plates to pair with each Spanish wine.

2011 Alto Cinco Garnacha Cariñena
94% Garnacha, 6% Tempranillo
Paired with: Cioppino and grilled bread

2009 Viña Bujanda Crianza
100% Tempranillo
Paired with: Shaved serrano ham, manchego, and olives

2010 Conreria d’Scala Dei “Black Slate” Escaladei
80% Garnacha, 20% Cabernet
Paired with: Filet Oscar and roasted potatoes

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!