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Beef Tapas + Red Wines🍷= A Perfect Flight Night Match!

11 Thursday Oct 2018

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beef-1In our quest to bring you unique wines and creative cuisine, the next stop on our journey this month is to pair different beautiful red wines with beef dishes! Take a look at what we’re up to, and make some time to come see us this week!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, October 10th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through October 16th.

First, SOHO will pour a L’Arco Rosso del Veronese 2015 from Veneto, Italy. The winemaker offers,

“Sangiovese fattens up the wine and makes it both interesting and age worthy. The grape amps up the blend’s flavor profile and brings the addition of dark cherries and a teasing hint of lavender. The finish outperforms for a medium-bodied wine, hanging on amid gripping tannins. Bold fruit, a long finish, Rosso del Veronese is a seductive bottle among Fedrigo’s range.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Leviathan Red Blend 2016 from California. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Lush yet powerful with blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and savory herbs with a dense, velvety finish on the palette.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Beringer Knight’s Valley Cabernet 2015 from Knight’s Valley. Notes on the wine,

“Beringer’s 2015 Cabernet (Knights Valley),one of the estate’s flagships, is deep, plush and enveloping. In 2015, the Knights Valley Cabernet is quite fruity, while the more mineral and savory notes that are so typical of this appellation aren’t really present. It will be interesting to see if the 2015 develops more complexity over time. Black cherry, mocha, lavender and sweet spice build nicely as the wine opens up in the glass.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

L’Arco Rosso del Veronese 2015
50% Corvina/Corvinone, 30% Rondinella, 15% Sangiovese Grosso
Paired with: Prime Beef Tartare, Kalamata Olive, Goat Cheese, Piquillo Peppers

Leviathan Red Blend 2016
Cabernet, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Paired with: Grilled Prime Sirloin, Sweet Potato, Cayenne-Honey

Beringer Knight’s Valley Cabernet 2015
87% Cabernet, 6% Merlot, 6% Cab Franc, 2% Petit Verdot
Paired with: Braised Short Rib Tacos, Onion, Beer Mustard

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!

SOHO presents the Wines of Monticello Vineyards

11 Thursday Oct 2018

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Please join SOHO and the Corley Family Napa Valley for an extraordinary evening of food and wine! Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has crafted a special five-course menu complimenting wines from Monticello Vineyards, one of the few remaining family-owned wineries in Napa Valley, California.

The special wine dinner menu is below:

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This event is $70 per person, plus tax and gratuity. The winemaker will be in attendance, and this private event is limited to 25 guests, so please make your reservations by calling 770-801-0069 now!

Prime Rib Sundays Are BACK At SOHO!

05 Friday Oct 2018

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The arrival of Fall brings the start of SOHO’s Prime Rib Sundays!

Beginning Sunday, October 7, 2018 and running throughout the fall and winter, SOHO will host our hugely popular Prime Rib Dinner every Sunday from 5:30 to 9:30pm.

For $30 per person, each guest receives a succulent, 12 oz. slow-roasted Prime Rib, our seasonal chopped salad, and choice of side with our homemade SOHO steak sauces!

Please make your reservations for Sundays by calling 770-801-0069 or booking a table through https://www.opentable.com/r/soho-atlanta!

 

Experience How Different Wines Can Be Paired With Shrimp At SOHO!

05 Friday Oct 2018

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lsEvery once in a while, we like to mix things up a bit, and take a few risks when it comes to Flight Night.  The common misconception with food and wine is that when you’re having seafood, you must have white wine, and when you’re having meat, then red wine, etc.

Two things that we love about our restaurant is that we have Joey Zelinka’s amazingly creative cuisine, and our Sommelier Jeff Gelfond’s brilliant affinity for wines, so we love to match the two up to surprise our guests with pairings.  In this case for October, we are going to blow your mind (so to speak) with different wines paired with a particular type of food, to illustrate this new age of food and wine pairings.  This week, we debut Wines Paired with Shrimp!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, October 3rd, and the wines and their tapas will be available through October 9th.

First, SOHO will pour a Frog’s Leap Sauvignon Blanc 2017 from Rutherford, Napa Valley. The winemaker offers,

“The beauty of the Frog’s Leap Sauvignon Blanc over the last 38 years has been its ability to marry the classical minerality and racy acidity of a Loire Valley Sancerre with the bright, sunny aromatics that scream Napa Valley. The combination makes a unique wine that deeply satisfies.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Chateau De Saint Cosme “Les Deux Albions Blanc” 2017 from Rhone Valley, France. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Les Deux Albions Blanc shows the salty minerality typical of limestone terroir with notes of dried apricots and white flowers. The plantings near Violès include Bourboulenc, Marsanne, Viognier, Picpoul, Clairette, and Ugni Blanc, and all varieties will be included in future bottlings.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Decero Malbec 2015 from Mendoza, Argentina. Notes on the wine,

“Continuing the hallmark style of Malbec from Remolinos Vineyard, this wine shows intense violet aromatics, bright freshness and acidity which has come to define Decero Malbec. The 2015 Malbec being one of our lighter Malbec wines of recent years which is in harmony with its supple tannins gently integrated over 14 months in French oak barrels.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

Frog’s Leap Sauvignon Blanc 2017
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Paired with: Shrimp Ceviche, Cucumber, Mango, Lime

Chateau De Saint Cosme “Les Deux Albions Blanc” 2017
50% Viognier, 30% Picpoul, 20% Marsanne
Paired with: Grilled Shrimp Skewers, Smoked Pineapple Sauce

Decero Malbec 2015
100% Malbec
Paired with: Fried Shrimp, Sesame Oil, Lemon, Serrano

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 These Delightful Pacific Northwest Wines With Us At SOHO!

28 Friday Sep 2018

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This time of year in Atlanta seems to speed up as we appoach the end.  September FLEW by, and we had an extra week in there! A small break in the weather has made drinking these Pacific Northwest wines an absolute joy, and this week is even better, because of these GORGEOUS reds. Grab them while you still can, for next week is a new month with a new region…

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, September 26th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through October 2nd.

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First, SOHO will pour a Panther Creek Pinot Noir 2016 from Willamette Valley, OR . The winemaker offers,

“Though it was an intense growing season due to the early start, the fruit produced throughout Oregon resulted in wonderful concentration and complexity with characteristic natural acidity. This wine showcases lots of strawberry and black cherry notes, with a hint of tobacco leaf. The finish is well balanced by elegant tannins, followed by a touch of black pepper and cranberry.”

Next, SOHO will pour a DLD Red Mountain Syrah 2013 from Red Mountain AVA, WA. .The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Dark purple, almost black color. Dried fig and blueberry compote. Chocolate cherry, black licorice and cinnamon spice. Just a hint smoke, leather and cocoa make for an interesting nose that you could smell for hours. The palate is rich and lush with flavors of earthy cocoa, blueberry pie and a pinch of cinnamon. The finish is long and very well structured.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Dusted Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 from Columbia Valley, WA. Notes on the wine,

“This is just a spectacular Cabernet Sauvignon from the Columbia Valley! This medium bodied wine is both lithe and expressive, with embracing tannins wrapping gently around a focused core of dried herb-accented black cherry and licorice flavors, dancing with finesse on the finish.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

Panther Creek Pinot Noir 2016
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Tagliatelle Pasta, Braised Short Rib, Roasted Mushrooms, Aged Jack

DLD Red Mountain Syrah 2013
Syrah Blend
Paired with: Cocoa Rubbed Prime Sirloin, Cheese Polenta, Red Wine Braised Figs

Dusted Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot
Paired with: Red Wine Steamed Mussels, Home Fries

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!

Virtually Venture to the Pacific Northwest’s Wineries at SOHO!

14 Friday Sep 2018

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Pacific Northwest wines are the name of the September game at SOHO! What a fun region to explore as New World wines gain recognition.  With 500+ wineries available, it’s tough to pick only 12 to share with you this month, but we’re sure going to have a great time trying!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, September 12, and the wines and their tapas will be available through September 18th.

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First, SOHO will pour a Trisaetum Pinot Noir 2015 from Willamette Valley, OR . The winemaker offers,

“This Pinot Noir is a combination of barrels from our three estate vineyards, representing the best AVAs of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Ruby garnet in color with striking aromas of freshly ground nutmeg, Marion-berry, and wood spices. The palate exudes grace with red fruit flavors that finish with a hint of toasted oak. The lively acidity is balanced by finely-textured tannins and a firm, long finish.”

Next, SOHO will pour a L’Ecole No. 41 Syrah 2015 from Columbia Valley. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Dark, robust and spicy this full bodied Syrah shows rich flavors of black & blue berries, peppercorn, and licorice through an earthy finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Collusion Red Wine 2016 from Columbia Valley, WA. Notes on the wine,

“Garnet red in color, the wine opens with warm, sweet and inviting scents of blackberry jam, raspberry, forest floor, vanilla and cedar. The wine is very broad and open on the palate, with mingling flavors of fresh, ripe black cherry, restrained oak, vanilla and clove that continue well into the lingering finish. The luxurious mouthfeel provided by velvety, mature tannins assures that this wine will continue to improve in the bottle.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

Trisaetum Pinot Noir 2015
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Seared Sonoma Duck Breast, Roasted Red Potatoes, Red Wine-Cherry Reduction

L’Ecole No. 41 Syrah 2015
82% Syrah, 16% Grenache, 2% Mourvedre
Paired with: Grilled Prime Sirloin, Red Wine-Mushroom Risotto, Green Peppercorn Demi

Collusion Red Wine 2016
43% Merlot, 34% Cabernet, 19% Malbec, 4% Syrah
Paired with: Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini, Berry Compote

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)

Our Final Tour Of Sonoma Wines Begins At SOHO!

31 Friday Aug 2018

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We came; we saw; we conquered Sonoma! We have one last week of these gorgeous wines, and we’re doing it up with three perfect reds to make your palate happy! The paired tapas are ridiculously tasty as well, so come hungry!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, August 29th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through September 4th.

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First, SOHO will pour a Walt La Brisa Pinot Noir 2016 from Sonoma Coast. The winemaker offers,

“Vibrant ruby red in color, La Brisa Pinot Noir opens with hints of earth, crushed rose petals, and red fruits laced with a wild character. Strong flavors of crushed raspberry, cola, freshly turned soil, and tobacco linger on the palate. The texture is rich and leads into a warm finish with balanced oak and fresh minerality.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvée 2016 from Sonoma County. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Welcoming aromas of cherries, raspberries, warm vanilla, and a little cola lead to a medium bodied wine framed by soft tannins and lively acidity. The silky texture showcases layers of lush cassis and red fruit with savory cocoa powder revealed on the finish. Created for life’s sooner-rather-than-later enjoyments.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a B.R. Cohn Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 from Alexander Valley. Notes on the wine,

“A bold, rich Cabernet with aromas of cassis, black cherry, mint and violet combine with a bouquet of pungent oak, anise and warm vanilla. On the palate, lush cherry, caramel, and clove are wrapped in smooth tannins and a long juicy finish.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

Walt La Brisa Pinot Noir 2016
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Seared Duck Breast, Mushroom Risotto and Cherry-Red Wine Reduction

Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvée 2016
73% Merlot 22% Cabernet,3% Malbec 2% Cab Franc
Paired with: Coffee-Cocoa Rubbed Prime Sirloin, Goat Cheese Polenta, Berry-Red Wine Sauce

B.R. Cohn Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
82% Cabernet, 12% Petite Verdot, 3% Merlot and 3% Cab Franc
Paired with: Braised Pork Belly Tacos, Onion, Cilantro, Garlic Dulce de Leche

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)

Find Solace In Sonoma Wines At SOHO!

23 Thursday Aug 2018

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Do you like Sonoma wines as much as we do? Great minds drink alike! The middle of August brings sweltering temps in Atlanta, but great wines to SOHO in Vinings, so enjoy a respite from the heat with us!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, August 22nd, and the wines and their tapas will be available through August 28th.

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First, SOHO will pour a L’Oliveto Pinot Noir 2014 from Russian River Valley. The winemaker offers,

“The 2014 L’Oliveto Pinot Noir is deep garnet in color, the nose is full of loamy earth, rhubarb, cardamom and cocoa. The palate shows excellent weight with a core of red fruit enveloped in gamey earthiness that finishes with mouth watering dark berry notes.

Next, SOHO will pour a Sivas-Sonoma Zinfandel 2014 from Sonoma County. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Our 2014 Sivas-Sonoma Old Vine Zinfandel offers aromas of black and rainbow peppercorns, coriander, over ripe raspberry and pomegranate jam. On the palate, this full-bodied wine features black cherry, black pepper and fruity baking cocoa and bittersweet chocolate. Our Zinfandel has a rich, juicy mouthfeel, long-lasting finish and is a perfect expression of an assertive but elegant wine.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Roth Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 from  Alexander Valley. Notes on the wine,

“Our 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon is dark in color with complex aromas of black cherry, cassis, and dark chocolate. Rich and smooth on the palate, this Cabernet displays layered flavors of cherry, baking spices, black pepper, and sweet oak with a hint of chocolate. Supple tannins in this full-bodied Cabernet are beautifully accented by a balanced acidity that sets the stage for the bold, lengthy finish.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

L’Oliveto Pinot Noir 2014
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Prime Beef Carpaccio, Shaved Midnight Moon, Cocoa-Red Wine Reduction

Sivas-Sonoma Zinfandel 2014
97% Zinfandel, 3% Merlot
Paired with: Prime Steak au Poivre, Roasted Fingerlings, Buerre Rouge

Roth Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
90% Cabernet, 3% Petit Verdot, 2% Merlot, 2% Malbec, 2% Syrah, 1% Petite Sirah
Paired with: Short Rib Stuffed Piquillo, Red Wine Demi

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)

🌱 Enjoy These Di-vine Sonoma Wines At SOHO!

09 Thursday Aug 2018

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We’re in the thick of Atlanta summer now, and weary from the heat. After long days of working and sitting in traffic, we need something to look forward to, and Sonoma wines are just the ticket! This week, we have a pinot noir, a merlot, and a beautiful red blend to share with you, to make your summer woes a little more palatable. Also, these 3 paired tapas are AMAZING, so if you’re not coming hungry, then you’re doing yourself a disservice!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, August 8th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through August 14th.

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First, SOHO will pour a Banshee Pinot Noir 2016 from Sonoma County. The winemaker offers,

“The 2016 edition is an exciting, yet friendly wine, bursting at the seams with aromas of macerated wild berries and an elegant, soft earth undertone. The flavors combine both sweet and tart, reminiscent of Santa Rosa plums and wild blackberries that grow so commonly in Sonoma Wine Country. The finish is bright, slightly herbal, and savory making this an excellent food wine, as well as a charming drinking experience by itself.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Bench Knights Valley Merlot 2016 from Knights Valley. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Brilliant ruby red hue, the nose is expressive with cherry cream, blackberry reduction and cedar. The palate is creamy and lush, flavors of pie crust, dark forest fruits and tangy Marion-berries meld together on a lasting, elegant finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Highway 12 Red Blend 2015 from Sonoma County. Notes on the wine,

“A fruity, leathery nose offers a glimpse into what unfolds on the palate. Hefty bright notes of ripe plum, currant jelly and a tinge of sweet tobacco fill the senses with the first sip. As this breathes, it morphs into something exceptionally smooth and round, a result of the introduction of soft tannins and lightly burnt toffee oak. The fig jam finish lingers but just long enough to go in for the next sip.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

Banshee Pinot Noir 2016
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Grilled Prime Sirloin, Mushroom Polenta, Red Wine-Cherry Reduction

Bench Knights Valley Merlot 2016
100% Merlot
Paired with: Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini, Berry Compote

Highway 12 Red Blend 2015 
61% Merlot, 12% Cabernet, 12% Petit Verdot, 5% Cab Franc, 4% Syrah, 4% Malbec
Paired with: Tagliatelle Pasta with Braised Short Rib and Roasted Oyster Mushroom

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)

Welcome Back To American Soil With Sonoma Wines At SOHO!

05 Sunday Aug 2018

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Welcome back to the U.S. of A! We are so lucky to have the region of Sonoma in our country, and all the varietals of wine available to us.  Is one month really enough time to explore this fully? No, but we can have a great trying! We hope you love our Sonoma selections for the month of August, and their perfectly paired tapas from Chef Joe too.

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, August 2nd, and the wines and their tapas will be available through August 8th.

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First, SOHO will pour a Mac Rostie Chardonnay 2015 from Sonoma Coast. The winemaker offers,

“The wine begins with a beautifully fragrant nose of pineapple, mango and guava. On the palate, the tropical fruit elements mingle with lively citrus layers as well as hints of spice from aging in French oak. The finish is clean, refreshing and quickly invites another taste.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Windracer Pinot Noir 2014 from Russian River. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Aromas of dark cherry, mocha, and sassafras immediately introduces you to the bold personality of the Russian River Valley. The robust aromas give way to rich black plums followed by dark chocolate nuances. Perfectly balanced, the full-bodied structure displays great concentration and firm but refined tannins. This lush mouthfeel showcases the lively characteristics and quality the Russian River Valley is known for.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Knuttel Family Cabernet 2015 from Dry Creek Valley. Notes on the wine,

“Aromas of black cherry and ripe plum mesh with blackberry spice and violets. Flavors explode on the palate, with velvety tannins and elegant acidity seamlessly integrated into the finish. The balance of the wine makes it extremely versatile, pairing equally well with salads and cheeses as well as grilled vegetables and roasted red meats.”

SOHO’s Executive Chef Joey Zelinka has created a suggested tapa plate to pair with each of the wines!

Mac Rostie Chardonnay 2015
100% Chardonnay
Paired with: Shrimp Ceviche, pineapple-mango salad

Windracer Pinot Noir 2014
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Roasted Pork Meatballs, Red Eye Gravy

Knuttel Family Cabernet 2015
Cabernet, Malbec, Merlot
Paired with: Short Rib Stuffed Piquillo, Red Wine Demi

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)