Rules

[Just*Me]

Well, I won't have to worry much with the courses bucause they will pair it themselves...Usually they serve their Hors d'oeuvres with champagne but, at the risk of sounding unrefined, I've never liked champagne.

Here is a sample of how they pair:


The Hobbit

Orange, California

CHALK HILL WINE DINNER

January 22, 2004


Hors d'oeuvres
Hobbit Champagne
2000 Chalk Hill Estate Sauvignon Blanc

Shellfish Ravioli
with Broccoli Rabe and Champagne Nage
2000 Chalk Hill Estate Vineyard Selection Pinot Gris

Medallion of Lobster
with Parmesan Risotto and Fresh Corn Coulis
1999 Chalk Hill Estate Vineyard Selection Chardonnay

Roquefort Dressed Greens and Brie Gratin
with Grilled Quail, Stuffed with Sweet Pear
1996 Chalk Hill Estate Merlot

Dry-Aged New York
with Forest Mushrooms
1999 Chalk Hill Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Library Selection)

Apricot Star and Passion Fruit Moon
with Mascarpone Cream
1997 Chalk Hill Estate Vineyard Selection Botrytised Semillon