I had the pleasure of enjoying the May wine dinner “Samplings From Spain” Sunday night at The Grape. A three course meal paired with wine provided by a relatively new Dallas distributor, New Age Wines, which focuses on small production, family owned wineries (a big favorite of mine.)
The menu was rustic, traditional fare. In speaking with Chef/Owner Brian Luscher, his goal for these wine dinners is to make the wine the star. This is often done with classic dishes from the featured region, prepared simply with a focus on flavor. Favorites of the night included clams and shrimp in a garlic, chorizo, parsley sauce with the clean, citrus flavors of 100% Nessa Albarino, and fruit forward El Curato Tinta de Toro with overnight red wine braised beef short ribs. Can’t wait to see what is on the menu next month.
