11 April 2005

at

Chat Noir
Costa Mesa, CA

Host:  A. David
Theme:  Shafer Vineyards & Launois Champagne

Wine List & Menu

n/v Launois Cuvee Reserve Brut Blanc de Blanc Champagne
n/v Launois "Sable" Brut Blanc de Blanc Champagne
1999 Launois Special Club Cuvee Champagne
1996 Dom Perignon Champagne

 
Ahi Tuna Tartare
With Sesame Tuile and Micro greens
(Each of the 5 sauces around this marvel was an individual taste treat.)

 
Jumbo Maine Scallops and Black Truffles
in Puff Pastry with Baby Chives
2003 Shafer "Red Shoulder Ranch" Napa Chardonnay 
(Quite possible the most beautiful presentation of scallops I've ever seen)

  
Crispy Potato Nest with Foie Gras
Muscovy Breast of Duck 
on Confit of Duck
2001 Clos Haut Peyraguey, Sauternes
2003 Shafer Firebreak Napa (mostly Sangiovese blend)
1985 Shafer Hillside Select

 
Filet Mignon with Porcini and Onion Crust
and Spring Vegetables in Sauce Perigourdine
1996 Shafer Hillside Select, Stag's Leap District, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon
1997 Shafer Hillside Select, Stag's Leap District, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon
1998 Shafer Hillside Select, Stag's Leap District, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon
1999 Shafer Hillside Select, Stag's Leap District, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon

4th Course

Imported Cheese Plate
with Walnut Bread and Fresh Fruit

  
Warm Seasonal Berries with Chambord Nage
and Tahitian Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
1970 Taylor's Oporto

Attendees:
 Dan & Debby, Dave L. & Gina, LArdog, Cathy & Brad, A. David
And Special Guests Kathy & retiree Michael T.

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