Flemings Prime Steakhouse - Washington vs. California Wine Dinner

Friday, April 12th is the Washington vs. California Wine Dinner at Flemings Prime Steakhouse in Tampa.
A spirited competition with amazing wines from the famed Washington and California regions, paired with an exceptional five course dinner menu created by Chef Partner, Ryan Mitchell with Special Guest: Michael Rugers, Certified Sommelier and Fine Wines Specialist

Five courses, 10 wines and what is sure to be one amazing night, I am looking forward to this event! After the last couple wine events I have brought Gabe to, he has informed me that he is starting to like the taste of wine. There is only room for one wino in our family!

FRIDAY, APRIL 12TH, 6:30PM $125 PER GUEST* CALL 813-874-9463 TO RESERVE

FIRST COURSE
Schweiger, Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma Valley California, 2011 VS. Chateau Ste. Michelle, Sauvignon Blanc Horse Heaven Hills, 2011
Paired with: Grilled Prawn caramelized brussels sprouts, chevre foam

SECOND COURSE
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Chardonnay Canoe Ridge Estate Horse Heaven Hills, 2009 VS. Beringer, Chardonnay Private Reserve Napa Valley, 2010
Paired with: Lobster Bisque seared diver scallop, lobster croquet, truffle micro greens

THIRD COURSE
Rodney Strong, Merlot Sonoma County, 2009 VS. Hogue Genesis, Merlot Washington, 2008
Paired with: Stuffed Quail spinach, garlic, honey, bing cherry gastrique, merlot reduction, black berry compote

FOURTH COURSE
Estancia, Meritage Paso Robles, 2009 VS. Northstar Stella Maris, Columbia Valley, 2007
Paired with: Prime New York Strip roasted shallot compound butter, twice baked blue crab potato, beet puree

FIFTH COURSE
Hogue Genesis, Syrah Washington, 2009 VS. Red Car Wine Company, Syrah Sonoma Coast, 2008
Paired with: Milk Chocolate Cremosa Espresso Parfait tahitian vanilla bean, hazelnuts

I am looking forward to report back which wines won in each category!