SOHO Atlanta restaurant will continue to showcase the wines and flavors of South America on flight night, Wednesday, June 25, 2014. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, July 1.

Vineyards in Chile

First, SOHO will pour a 2011 Vina Maipo “Gran Devocion” Carmenere from Maule Valley, Chile. The winemaker notes, “The unmistakable character of Carmenere, with its intense color and cocoa, sweet spices, and tobacco aromas, is enhanced by Syrah’s juiciness and red fruit aromas, creating a bright and deep wine, with good body, soft tannins and complex finish.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2011 Luca Double Select Syrah from Uco Valley, Argentina. The winemaker says, “Beautiful deep purple color. The nose is like walking into a gentlemen’s poker parlor: aromas of cigar, leather, and smoked meat fill the nose with hints of toasty oak, forest floor and baking spice. Well-structured tannins support big fruit flavors of blackberry jam, black spiced cherries, ground black pepper and just a hint of rhubarb. Nice, lingering finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2011 Aruma Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina. Of the wine, the winemakers says, “Medium ruby-red. Lively aromas of crushed blackberry, musky espresso and wild herbs are primary, pure and expansive. Juicy, spicy and dry, showing a restrained sweetness and a fine-grained texture to the black fruit flavors. Finishes with suave, supple tannins and sneaky length and lift.“

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

2011 Vina Maipo “Gran Devocion” Carmenere
75% Carmenere, 25% Syrah
Paired with: Fettucine with four cheese sauce and sautéed mushrooms

2011 Luca Double Select Syrah
100% Syrah
Paired with: Grilled quail, fingerling potatoes, and chimmi churri

2011 Aruma Malbec
100% Malbec
Paired with: Pancetta and saffron arancini with tomato sauce

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 South America on flight night, Wednesday, June 18. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, June 24.

First, SOHO will pour a 2010 Tamari Torrontes Reserva from La Riojo, Argentina. The wine is described, “Aroma: Elegant and delicate aromas with notes of white grapefruit, flowers and tropical fruits. Taste: Medium body with notes of tropical fruits accompanied by hints of hazelnut, vanilla and cinnamon.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2010 Koyle Reserve Carmenere from the Maipo & Colchagua Valley in Chile. The winemaker says, “The 2010 vintage of Koyle Carmenere has a bright purple color, with cloves, tobacco and spicy notes. Firm tannins emerge from the Tempranillo, with explosive notes of minerality coming from the granitic soil in which the Syrah is planted. The wine is elegant and fresh, expressing its terroir in the finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Decero Cabernet Sauvignon from Mendoza, Argentina. Of the wine, the winemaker says, “2010 is defined by its taut dark fruit and cassis flavors with a hint of graphite aromatics, reminiscent of Bordeaux. The wine has layers of bold tannins and a long, complex finish from 14 months in French oak barrels.”

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

2010 Tamari Torrontes Reserva
100% Torrontes
Paired with: Smoke salmon, fennel & basil creme, and mango & pineapple vinaigrette

2010 Koyle Reserve Carmenere
85% Carmenere, 9% Syrah, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon
Paired with: Pastel de Choclo (Seasoned beef and vegetables layered with mashed corn)

2010 Decero Cabernet Sauvignon
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Paired with: Spicy curried lamb stew

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 South America on flight night, Wednesday, June 11. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, June 17.

De Martino Vineyards

First, SOHO will pour a 2011 De Martino Reserva Legado Chardonnay from Limari Valley, Chile. The winemaker says of the Chardonnay, “A ripe bouquet consisting of citrus aromas accented by nutty nuances and subtle, well-integrated notes of oak. Ripe, yet crisp, citrus fruit flavors envelop the palate. The superb acidity lingers just a bit on the finish.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2010 Casa Lapostelle ‘Canto de Apalta’ from Rapel Valley, Chile. The winemaker says, “[The wine is a] brilliant red purple inked color. [On the nose it has] spices, ripe red and black fruit with light tobacco and chocolate hints. [On the palate the wine is] juicy and round, with a velvety texture, red fruit and spicy flavors aftertaste.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Sierra Batuca ‘Lone Rider’ from Maule Valley, Chile. Of the red blend, the winemaker says, “This wine presents rich dark fruit flavors of prunes, blackberry and blueberries that go on developing in the mouth from red fruit to dark fruit to notes of chocolate and spice, finally finishing with lingering notes of graphite and spices.”

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

2011 De Martino Reserva Legado Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Paired with: Pan seared trout with chipotle rice

2010 Casa Lapostelle ‘Canto de Apalta’
Carmenere, Merlot, Cabernet, Syrah
Paired with: Bacon blue cheese bison sliders with fried shallots

2010 Sierra Batuca ‘Lone Rider’
Cabernet, Syrah, Carmenere
Paired with: Grilled pizza with dry-aged chorizo

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!