Given the popularity of our Australian tasting, we have decided to offer a Dine In store on the Saturday night (26th), as an opportunity to taste some of the Australian wines showcased, alongside an autumn bistro inspired menu.
Due to the Tasting being mid week, we have realised that some of you may have missed out. So book now early as these tend to sell out pretty quickly.
Menu to be confirmed but will likely feature Goats cheese and Figs, to compliment Elena’s Eden Valley Reisling – with its bright acidity slicing straight through the creamy goat’s cheese, and its delicate floral notes highlighting the sweetness of the fresh autumn figs.
Nothing captures the essence of a late-September bistro quite like a rich, deeply savoury braise – Unctuous, melting beef cheeks and a glossy, red-wine reduction are likely the Main course, which requires a structured red wine with brilliant fruit concentration and smooth tannins.
This will be paired with Elena’s Heirloom Vineyards Shiraz – powerful dark plum fruit balanced by fine, savoury tannins and a lifted freshness
Or you may prefer a brighter profile – Sister’s Run Grenache, with its warm red berry fruit, white pepper, and wild earth notes, that complement the button mushrooms and smoky bacon lardons in the Bourguignon. Try them both and you decide.
I can think of nothing better than a classic Tarte tartin to complete the meal. The quintessential French apple tart features deeply caramelised sugar and buttery puff pastry. Will an Aussie PX dessert wine pair better or does the dish need a textured, barrel-fermented white wine that mirrors the buttery pastry layers, like Heirloom vineyards Adelaide hills Chardonnay?
As usual, tickets will be £45 per head and include the wine flight and a set 3 course meal.
If you’ve not been to one of our dine in store events before, these are a relaxed dining experience, limited to 12 covers, with an emphasis on great food, wine and communal dining. Depending on group sizes, we try and all sit together, but you can always let us know when booking if you are part of a group.