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Join SOHO In Our Journey Through New Zealand & Australian Wineries!

14 Wednesday Nov 2018

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The recent chilly bite in the air in Atlanta has made us want to hibernate (with wine of course) as we enter into holiday season mode.  Fall is such a great time of year here, with a few patio days sprinkled in for optimal foliage watching, coupled with wine drinking!

Our wine feature this next two weeks illustrates the perfect drinking choice: A lovely Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from New Zealand, and a complex Cab from Australia.  The tapas pairings are on point as well, and we would encourage you to stop by to say hello, and take a moment to enjoy life before the holiday craziness hits.  We look forward to seeing you!

This Flight Night begins on Wednesday, November 14th, will last two weeks, and the wines and their tapas will be available through November 27th.

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First, SOHO will pour a Esk Valley Hawkes Bay Chardonnay ‘16 from Hawkes Bay, N.Z.. The winemaker offers,

“This is a full bodied yet elegant style of Hawkes Bay Chardonnay exhibiting aromas of peach and melon intermingled with hints of butter, grapefruit, nuts and French oak spice.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Neudorf Tom’s Block Pinot Noir 2014 from Nelson, N.Z. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Fragrant with hints of violets and chocolate supported by elegant restrained tannins.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Franklin Tate Alexander’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 from Margaret River. Notes on the wine,

“Appearance: Medium to deep red with a deep purple hue. Nose: This wine shows aromatic red fruits, mint, spice and savory leafy eucalypt characters and a hint of dark chocolate. Palate: Complex pretty fruits with flavors of blackberry and raspberry are complimented with toasty oak. The mid palate has fine grained tannins, which gives length and finesse to the wine.”

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

Esk Valley Hawkes Bay Chardonnay ‘16
100% Chardonnay
Paired with: Scottish Salmon Ceviche, Grapefruit, Melon

Neudorf Tom’s Block Pinot Noir 2014
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Prime Beef Carpaccio, Cherry-Red Wine Reduction, Shaved Ewephoria

Franklin Tate Alexander’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
Cabernet
Paired with: Lamb Meatballs, Mint & Blackberry Jam

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’s Going “Down Under” With Wines From Australia & NZ!

09 Friday Nov 2018

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Australian and New Zealand wineries are such a delight to feature!  There’s more difference than similarity in what they offer, of course.  New Zealand is best known for sauvignon blanc and pinot noir.  Australia, which is best known for its amazing shiraz (the grape known elsewhere as syrah) is really a wildly diverse country with a bunch of divergent regions that specialize in grapes of all sorts. We could happily drink these wines for MONTHS and not be able to enjoy them all!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, November 7th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through November 13th.

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First, SOHO will pour a Kim Crawford “Rise and Shine” Pinot Noir 2014 from South Island, NZ. The winemaker offers,

“Color: Dark red. Aroma: Lifted red berry fruit aromas with dark cherry notes, complemented by savory undertones and spicy oak. Palate: Ripe, dark berry flavors of blackberry and black currant. Subtle hints of oak help fill out the palate.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Small Gully “The Formula Robert’s Shiraz” 2014 from Adelaide Plains, AU. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“A big full flavored Shiraz produced from 50+ year old vines grown at Robert’s vineyard on the Adelaide Plains. Well balanced and textured, this wine shows savory notes of tar, leather and spice intermingled with chocolate and raisins. Soft persistent tannins and excellent length.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Franklin Tate Cabernet Merlot 2016 from Margaret River. Notes on the wine,

“Flavors of ripe blackcurrants and dark plums dominant the palate with a savory hint of black olive. The fruit is integrated with oak flavors of cinnamon and cedar spice. Chalky tannins give this wine length.”

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

Kim Crawford “Rise and Shine” Pinot Noir 2014
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Cocoa Rubbed Prime Sirloin, Red Wine Risotto, Cherry-Red Wine Reduction

Small Gully “The Formula Robert’s Shiraz” 2014
100% Shiraz
Paired with: Short Rib Stuffed Piquillo Peppers, Red Wine Demi

Franklin Tate Cabernet Merlot 2016
Cabernet & Merlot
Paired with: Lamb Sliders, Black Olive-Sage Tapenade, Sundried Tomato-Goat Cheese

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!

Experience How Different Wines Can Pair Perfectly With Pork At SOHO!

01 Thursday Nov 2018

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We love pork.  We really do. There’s so many delicious ways to prepare it, that it just follows that we’d pair up three gorgeous red wines with these tapas this week! They’re perfect for this chilly, rainy Fall weather we’re experiencing, so if it gets too “blah” for you, then come in and let us cheer (and feed) you up!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, October 31st, and the wines and their tapas will be available through November 6th.

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First, SOHO will pour a Poggio Verrano “3” 2009 from Tuscany, IGT. The winemaker offers,

“This is a dense and meaty expression with earthy tones, wild mushroom, black fruit, leather and smoked bacon aromas. The wine is savory and dense. It offers soft tannins with extra padding and enriched textual density. There finish shows smokey end notes and a touch of sour cherry.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Haciendade Arinzano 2014 from Pago de Arinzano. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Color: Bright garnet red with highlights. Nose: Intense aroma, fresh fruit, pastry cream, balsamic mentholated, spicy. Notes of cinnamon, smoky and roasted coffee. Palate: Intense with pronounced expression and volume. Long persistence and balanced. Ripe and sweet tannins. Reminiscence of candied fruit. Silky and elegant finish.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Yalumba “The Guardian” 2010 from Eden Valley, Australia. Notes on the wine,

“This wine is deep red in color with sweet, fresh and fragrant aromatics of cherries, plums and bright red-currant fruits. Subtle spices and clove notes are present as are the floral hints of Viognier. This is a medium to full bodied wine with red fruit flavors, fine spices and cloves. It is a rich and softly textured Shiraz with the subtle sweet textures of Viognier.”

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

Poggio Verrano “3” 2009
Alicante, Cabernet, Merlot
Paired with: Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Red Eye Gravy, Stone Ground Grits

Haciendade Arinzano 2014
85% Tempranillo, 10% Merlot, 5 % Cabernet Sauvignon
Paired with: Mini Pork Milanese, Caper, Lemon, Linguini

Yalumba “The Guardian” 2010
Shiraz/Viognier
Paired with: Mojo Pork Skewers, Plantain Puree

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!

Red Wines + Chicken 🐔 3 Ways at Flight Night!

20 Saturday Oct 2018

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Are you enjoying our culinary tutorial on food and wine this month? That’s great, because next up is chicken, and we’ve definitely got some surprises on the Flight Night menu! Be sure to tell us your favorite tapa and wine pairing this week!

This week’s Flight Night begins on Wednesday, October 17th, and the wines and their tapas will be available through October 23rd.

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First, SOHO will pour a Four Vines “The Biker” from Paso Robles. The winemaker offers,

“Dark berry and spicy notes aromas lead to a palate rich with jammy, ripe plum and blackberry flavors bolstered by a touch of black pepper and sweet, toasted oak. The 2016 offers a plush mouthfeel and a long, velvety finish.”

Next, SOHO will pour a Hyland Estate Pinot Noir 2015 from McMinnville, OR. The wine is described by the winemaker,

“Nose: Flint, Marion Berry, Cherry, Sweet and Delicate, Ocean breeze. Mouth: Coffee, leather, poignant tannins, dry forest floor, plum.”

Finally, SOHO will pour a Marietta Cellars “Armé” Cabernet 2015 from Sonoma County. Notes on the wine,

“The 2015 Armé, Marietta’s Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend, is fabulous, not to mention a tremendous value. Grilled herbs, plums, blueberry jam, spice, mint and leath-er give the 2015 its nuance and complexity. Supple and beautifully layered in the glass, the 2015 hits all the right notes. What a gorgeous wine this is.”

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

Four Vines “The Biker”
94% Zinfandel, 4% Petit Sirah, 2% Syrah
Paired with: Braised Chicken Wontons, Korean BBQ

Hyland Estate Pinot Noir 2015
100% Pinot Noir
Paired with: Grilled Chicken Roulade, Proscuitto, Fresh Mozzarella

Marietta Cellars “Armé” Cabernet 2015
83% Cabernet, 9% Merlot, 6% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot
Paired with: Tempura Chicken Nuggets, Sweet & Sour Sauce

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!

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!

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)