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Where, Oh Where Will We Go First? New Zealand, Australia, or South Africa?

23 Wednesday Nov 2016

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The countries of New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa offer incredible options for those who enjoy complex and diverse wines from different regions.  Throughout the rest of the month of November at SOHO, we are featuring many of these wines from the Southern Hemisphere!  This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday November 23rd, and the wines and their tapas will be available through November 29th .

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First, SOHO will pour a 2012 Loveblock Pinot Noir from Central Otago, NZ, and offers the following tasting notes,

“Colour: Crimson with purple edges.  Aroma: Intense dark fruit, Black Doris plum and blueberry, forest floor and cloves and spices.  Palate: Up front tannins with Shitake mushroom and dark fruit. Finishes with dark fruit sweetness.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2013 Campbells Rutherglen Durif from Rutherglen, Victoria AU.  The wine is described as,

“Opaque ruby red. Full black cherries on the nose with a lifted floral edge.  The integrated oak ads depth, spice and a hint of char. Intense dark cherry and black plum fruit fill the mouth and slowly give way to a beautiful texture and aromas of ironstone and coffee grounds. The wine finishes with lingering dark fruit, char and very fine tannin.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2015 The Chocolate Block from Swartland, South Africa.  The winemaker says,

“The 2015 Chocolate Block is deliciously decadent, with a nose of ripe raspberry, damson, liquorice, nutmeg and orange rind. The palate is rich and full-bodied with flavours of black cherry, blackberry and cocoa. The wine has a long, lingering finish reminiscent of Swiss dark hazelnut chocolate which finishes fresh and framed by powdery tannins.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef, Jeff Sigler, has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

2012 Loveblock Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Charcuterie Plate with Finocchiona, Bresaola, Spanish Chorizo

2013 Campbells Rutherglen Durif
100% Durif (Petit Sirah)
Paired with: Grilled Steak Skewers, Chimichurri

2015 The Chocolate Block
Syrah (71%), Grenache Noir (15%),Cabernet (8%), Cinsault (5%) and Viognier (1%)
Paired with: Butternut Squash Dumplings, Roasted Squash, Spiced Pecans, Brown Butter Cream

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

We can’t wait to see you!

Australian Wines That Do The Country Proud! (And Make Us Want To Visit)

16 Wednesday Nov 2016

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It’s no secret SOHO loves its wine!  We pride ourselves on offering a variety of exceptional, hard to find wines so that everyone that dines with us can try new things not found in most places.  For the  month of November, we are featuring the amazing and diverse wines of the Southern Hemisphere for your drinking pleasure!  Join us in celebrating wines from Australia this week, with accompanying tapas from our Executive Chef, Jeff Sigler.  This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday November 16th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through November 22nd .

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First, SOHO will pour a 2014 Innocent Bystander Pinot Noir from Yarra Valley, Australia, and offers the following tasting notes,

“The nose explodes with dark cherries, cranberries and fresh raspberries backed by subtle nutmeg and cinnamon spices. Underlying truffles and meaty, wet earth and mushroom notes add complexity. The juicy palate displays fresh berries with a slippery, rich and slightly tart finish.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2013 Robert Oatley Shiraz from McLaren Vale.  The wine is described as,

“Soft, fleshy-textured Shiraz displaying blueberries and spice, supple tannins and stylish French oak influence.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2013 Shinas Estate “The Verdict” Cabernet Sauvignon.  The winemaker says,

“This has a dark plum color with a slight crimson hue. It showcases aromas of ripe blackberries, vanilla and dark chocolate leading into a palate packed with riveting flavors of black cherry, red plums, and ripe strawberries. With a solid-built frame of tannin and crisp acid, the wine manages to find balance with the equitable amount of plush texture.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef, Jeff Sigler, has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

2014 Innocent Bystander Pinot Noir
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Sautéed Organic Mushrooms, Goat Cheese Fondue, Truffle Oil, Herbs

2013 Robert Oatley Shiraz
100% Shiraz
Paired with: Lamb Meatballs, Feta and Tzaziki Sauce, Fresh Dill

2013 Shinas Estate “The Verdict” Cabernet Sauvignon
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Paired with: Autumn-Spiced Elk Carpaccio, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Olive Oil

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

We can’t wait to see you!

Taste The Pride Of Australia With Wines From Down Under At SOHO!

09 Wednesday Nov 2016

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SOHO is featuring the amazing and diverse wines of the Southern Hemisphere!  Join us in celebrating  wines from Australia this week, with accompanying tapas from our Executive Chef, Jeff Sigler.  This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday November 9th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through November 15th .

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First, SOHO will pour a 2015 Howard Park Chardonnay from Margaret River, and offers the following tasting notes,

“Vibrant in appearance and pale lemon in color. An array of subtle and intricate notes of dried pear, honeysuckle, lemon/lime citrus oils, peach, minerals, nuts and caramel greet the nose. On the palate the wine is silky in texture with a lemon curd tart zest and richness. The talc-like minerality, fine acidity and guiding oak add length, definition and structure.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2012 Penfolds Bin 2 Shiraz/Mourvedre from Barossa Valley.  The wine is described as,

“Expansive (for a Bin 2!). Only a fleeting suggestion of background oak.  Tea-leaf/talc tannins… fathered by Shiraz or Mourvèdre?! Savory and charcuterie flavors charmingly mesh with those reminiscent of Jamaican raisined dark chocolate.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2013 Fable Mountain Vineyards Night Sky from McLaren Vale.  The winemaker says,

“It is crimson in color and exhibits aromas of carnation, rose spice and fynbos with hints of jasmine and under tones of herbs. On the palette there is soft cherries, fragrant tannins and red berry fruits with a smooth lasting finish.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef, Jeff Sigler, has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

2015 Howard Park Chardonnay
99% Chardonnay, 1% Sauvignon Blanc
Paired with: Jumbo Lump Crab Salad, Dill Mayonnaise, Cucumber, Shallot

2012 Penfolds Bin 2 Shiraz/Mourvedre
89% Shiraz 11% Mourvèdre
Paired with: Finocchiona and Chocolate, Ganache on Grilled Toast

2013 Fable Mountain Vineyards Night Sky
50% Syrah, 35% Grenache, 15% Mouvedre
Paired with: Lamb Skewer, Cauliflower Cous Cous, Ras el Hanout Oil

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

We can’t wait to see you!

Delight In The Wines From The Southern Hemisphere At SOHO!

02 Wednesday Nov 2016

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November brings cooler weather to Atlanta (finally!) and SOHO is featuring the amazing and diverse wines of the Southern Hemisphere!  Join us in celebrating  wines from Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, with accompanying tapas from our Executive Chef, Jeff Sigler.  This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday November 2nd, and the wines and their tapas will be available through November 8th .

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First, SOHO will pour a 2015 Giesen Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand.  The winemaker offers the following tasting notes,

“COLOR: Pale straw.  NOSE: Zesty and vibrant, with a base of rich tropical fruit, kaffir lime, lemon grass and herb aromas.  PALATE: Generous fruit flavors to the fore, with juicy acidity and a fresh, dry finish.”

Next, SOHO will pour a 2013 Kim Crawford Pinot Noir from South Island, New Zealand. The wine is described as,

“The palate is rich, with red berry flavors providing some nice fruit sweetness. Soft tannins ensure that the wine is approachable in its youth, however, it does have structure to enable the wine to develop over the years.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a 2012 D’Arenberg “Footbolt” Shiraz from McLaren Vale, Australia. The winemaker says,

“Laden with dark cherries, rhubarb, plums and aniseed, complemented by a lick of fine, subtle oak and lifted with a sprinkling of pepper and spice.  Generosity of fruit weight, combined with balanced, chewy tannins. What makes this wine stand out in the crowd is its ability to communicate a sense of place through its ethereal, complex and provocative earthy notes.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef, Jeff Sigler, has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

2015 Giesen Sauvignon Blanc
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Paired with: Steamed Mussels in Tomato, White Wine, and Herb Broth

2013 Kim Crawford Pinot Noir 
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Seared Tuna, Parsnip Puree, Parsnip Chips, Scallion Salsa Verde

2012 D’Arenberg “Footbolt” Shiraz
100% Shiraz
Paired with: Seared Duck Breast, Carrot Puree, Carrot Escabeche

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

We can’t wait to see you!