the exclusive wine dinner event at Blue on Thursday September 9th. The
event will feature a five-course dinner paired with wines from Carina
Cellars. The event begins at 6:30pm with a reception, followed by
seated dinner at 7:00pm. Advance reservations are required.
(704.927.2583).
Carina Cellars is the result of an avid wine collector with a dream
who meets an accomplished winemaker with a vision. When attorney,
businessman and North Carolina native David Hardee and winemaker Joey
Tensley met in 2002, they were quick to recognize the benefits of
combining their passion. With Hardee's talent for business, Tensley's
talent for wine making, and a shared belief in only the best, Carina
Cellars was born. Joey brings talent, passion, and attention to
detail. He and partner David predict great things for the future.
This wine dinner will be an intriguing combination of international
flavors and in the dynamic setting of Blue Restaurant & Bar. This
food and wine pairing event provides an opportunity to experience the
culinary talent of Executive Chef Gene Briggs. The event is $65 per
person (gratuity and sales tax not included). Call Blue for
reservations at 704.927.2583. Blue Restaurant & Bar is located in the
Hearst Tower, Corner of College & 5th St.
Menu and Wine Pairing
Pan Seared Striped Bass and Crisp Veal Sweetbreads
With braised fennel and a '7 Percent" jus.
2007 "7 Percent" Santa Barbara County Syrah
Roast Magret Duck Breast
Over Anson Mills Polenta with braised greens and a cranberry mostarda.
2006 Santa Barbara County Syrah
Braised Boar Shoulder
With a mushroom farrotto and black currant preserves.
2007 "Clairvoyant" Central Coast GSM Blend
Bison Ribeye Baked with a Salt and Espresso Crust
With fontina gnocchi and rapini.
2006 "Iconoclast" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon & Santa Barbara Syrah
Pear Clafouti with vanilla gelato.
2009 Central Coast Viognier
www.bluecharlotte.com 704.927.2583
