SOHO Atlanta Restaurant continues to showcase wines and tapas from France and the USA on flight night, Wednesday, July 29. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, August 4.

Photo courtesy of Stonestreet winery.

First, SOHO will pour a 2012 Stonestreet Bear Point Chardonnay from Sonoma County, California. The winemaker offers the following tasting notes: “The 2012 Estate Chardonnay delivers a distinct mineral backbone alongside a strong citrus element. Tangerine and marmalade emerge first from the glass, opening to a palate that cascades through peach and ocean spray—all culminating in a finish with surprising grip and acidity.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2012 Delas Freres Crozes-Hermitage ‘Las Launes’ Rouge from France’s Rhône valley. The winemaker says of the wine, “The wine has a deep garnet red color. It is fruity on the nose with strong aromas of cassis, plums and a touch of violets. The tannic structure is ample and well-rounded.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Château du Trignon Gigondas from Rhone, France. The winemaker provides the following tasting notes: “A classical Gigondas, that has an overall elegant, yet complex profile, the 2010 Chteau du Trignon (a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, and Cinsault) offers clean, pure aromas of garrigue, wild flowers, black tea, and mineral-laced red and black fruits. Silky and polished on the palate.”

SOHO’s executive chef, Scott Warren, and sous chef, Chris Lyons, have created a tapas plate to pair with each wine.

2012 Bear Point Chardonnay
100% Chardonnay
Paired with: Seared scallops with a citrus apple slaw

2012 Delas Freres Crozes-Hermitage ‘Las Launes’ Rouge
100% Syrah
Paired with: Grilled steak with goat cheese & pistachio

2010 Château du Trignon Gigondas
Paired with: Seared salmon with a roasted shallot vinaigrette

Sample each wine in a flight (three three-ounce glasses) for $14.25. Or, pair the flight with a tapas plate for $19. Try a full glass of wine and tapas plate for $13. Of course, the wines and tapas are available individually as well ($9.50/glass and $6.50/tapas). See you soon!

SOHO Atlanta Restaurant will showcase wines and tapas from France and the USA throughout the month of July. The tour begins on flight night, Wednesday, July 1. The wines and tapas introduced Wednesday will be available through Tuesday, July 7.

Photo courtesy of Les Cadrans de Lassegue

First, SOHO will pour a 2013 Marc Bredif Chenin Blanc “Classic” from Vouvray, France. The winemaker provides the following tasting notes: “One the nose, there is a fine bouquet. Full aromas of white flowers and yellow fruit, such as pears. One finds citrus notes, such as grapefruit. It is a lovely wine, ripe and refreshing.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2011 Les Cadrans de Lassègue Saint-Émilion Grand Cru from Cote de Saint-Émilion, France. The winemaker says of the red blend, “Beautifully rich in color, with an enticing bouquet of spice and black fruit. One the palate, the wine is refine and elegant, with a long lasting finish of soft, silky tannins.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2010 Ministry of the Vinterior Pinot Noir from Sonoma County, California.  The winemaker describes the process of creating the Pinot: “Pinot Noir aficionados agree that the best California Pinot Noir comes from the Russian River Valley where early morning fog, warm days, an afternoon breeze from the sea and cool nights combine to make for some very happy Pinot Noir grapes. The higher alcohol content speaks to the warmer microclimate of the vineyards.”

SOHO’s executive chef, Scott Warren, and sous chef, Chris Lyons, have created a tapas plate to pair with each wine.

2013 Marc Bredif Chenin Blanc “Classic”
100% Chenin Blanc
Paired with: Coriander-crusted Ahi tuna with grapefruit, pickled asparagus & avocado cream

2011 Les Cadrans de Lassègue Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
Paired with: Chicken roulade with proscuitto, sage, fontina & English Pea puree

2010 Ministry of the Vinterior Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Marinated hanger steak with sweet beet compound butter, apples, radish

Sample each wine in a flight (three three-ounce glasses) for $14.25. Or, pair the flight with a tapas plate for $19. Try a full glass of wine and tapas plate for $13. Of course, the wines and tapas are available individually as well ($9.50/glass and $6.50/tapas). See you soon!