Mira Wine Dinner at Occidental

Thursday, Aug 21 6pm
Occidental Grill
$85

Mira Winery may be the best kept secret in the DC wine industry!

Led by world-reknown winemaker, Gustavo Gonzalez, this winery has roots in Napa as well as Charleston, SC where they are experimenting with underwater aging. http://www.abcnews4.com/story/25352838/mira-winery-expands-underwater-aging-across-us

Join Gustavo and Chef de Cuisine, Matt Baker, at Occidental Grill on Thurs Aug 21 for a 5 course dinner with wine pairings for $85!

Check out this mouthwatering menu:

Mira Wine Dinner

Thursday August 21^st 6:30

 

 

Amuse Bouche

Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley  2011

 

1^st Course

Tasting of Northern Neck Farms Heirloom Tomatoes

Fresh / Sorbet / Gazpacho

Avocado Mousse / Cucumber Gelee / EVOO Powder / Forum Chardonnay Vinegar

Rose, Napa Valley  2012

 

2^nd Course

Pesto Infused Cavatelli

Slow Poached Egg Yolk / Crispy Speck / Grated Pecorino

Chardonnay, Napa Valley  2011

 

3^rd Course

Butter Basted Lancaster County, PA Breast of Squab

Carrot-Ginger Puree / Smashed English Peas and Mint / Charred Baby Red Mustard / Natural Jus

Pinot Noir, Napa Valley  2011

 

4^th Course

Braised Border Springs, VA Lamb Shoulder

Caramelized Baby Eggplant / Piquillo Pepper Relish / Pickled Red Onion

Zucchini-Basil Coulis / Banyuls Gastrique

Syrah, Napa Valley  2010

 

5^th Course

Modern Chocolate Ganache

Passion Fruit / Chocolate Soil / Vanilla Custard / Dehydrated Chocolate Chips

Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley  2010

 

Chef de Cuisine Matt Baker

 

$85  (All Inclusive) -  202-783-4147 for reservations