Castel Family Wine & Gourmet Dinner
Friday, 24 February
7.00pm onwards

$138.00+ per Member / $153.00+ per Guest

For three generations now, the Castel Group has been developing the art of winemaking in accordance with the values that bond this close-knit family together: gentleness, humanity and the love for wine.

As owners of 21 winemaking estates in the Bordeaux Region and Provence, they have at their fingertips the skills and experience to showcase each of these diverse terroirs to its best advantage.

The Castel Group was founded in Bordeaux in 1949 by a family of 9 brothers and sisters. For over 60 years they have devoted their energy and skills to spread the word about French wines throughout the world. Castel is an internationally recognised name, backed by a range of acclaimed brands and Chateaux, and with an established presence over 130 countries.

Mr Corrado Riccio, a certified sommelier from Ecole du Vin De Bordeaux and the Italian Sommelier Association will take us through the evening's dinner and pairing.

Menu

Gourmet Canapés
Jean Valestrel Rosé 2009, Cotes de Provence, France

*****

King Scallop Tartar with Norwegian Salmon Sashimi
beetroot carpaccio, sea urchin, land cress
white balsamic vinaigrette
Le Charme Pouilly-Fumé 2009, Loire, France
Grapes Variety: Sauvignon Blanc

*****

Confit of Duck Leg & Suckling Pig
brioche toast, braised endive and blackberry coulis
Clossman Bordeaux Rouge 2009, France
Grapes Variety: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

*****

Pan Seared Wagyu Beef Sirloin
deep fried duck foie gras, salsify with horseradish
Madeira sauce
Chateau Barreyres 2008, Bordeaux-Haut Medoc, France
Grapes Variety: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot

*****

Herb Rubbed Roasted Loin of Lamb
cassoulet of beans, parmesan boulagere potato
mint jus
Chateau Montlabert Saint Emillon Grand Cru 2006, Bordeaux, France
Grapes Variety: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc

*****

Dark Chocolate Ice Cream and Chilled Strawberry Soup
crisp almond phyllo, fresh raspberries

Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee or Selection of English Teas