California Wine Week in Ireland 2017 – Discover the Taste of the Golden State from May 5th to 12th
California Wines are having more than a moment in the sun, the region’s wines are growing in popularity globally and they have earned a name among the world’s finest. With an increasing interest in bottles from this versatile land, May 2017 will see Ireland’s first California Wine Week, an ideal occasion to taste and discover the best that the different sub-regions of the Golden State have to offer.
From May 5th to the 12th, wine lovers in Ireland will be able to satisfy their thirst for knowledge (and for a glass or two) of California wines, thanks to a series of events, offers and more to celebrate this fascinating wine region.
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FRIDAY 5th to SATURDAY 6th MAY
O’Briens Wine Spring Wine Fair
Come and say hello to California Wines at the O’Briens Wine Fair, where they’ll will be pouring some iconic California Wines available nationwide at O’Briens Wines. Browse through our information and even, why not, plan a holiday to California while you are there! They will be giving away 6 bottles of wine from California, so make sure to pop by their stand.
Dublin Spring Wine Fair – 5th & 6th May 2017 in The Printworks, Dublin CastleTickets : from €15 – Available online HERE
TUESDAY 9th MAY
Exclusive launch of California Wine Week
Exclusive launch of California Wines at the Deputy Ambassador’s residence, our speaker for the evening will be Lynne Coyle MW, who will bring us through some delightful wines.
WEDNESDAY 10th MAY
64Wine & Ely restaurants present California Wines by John Wilson
Irish Times wine writer John Wilson will guide guests through the styles of California wines stopping to present the ‘Sideways Challenge’ and revisiting the ‘Judgement of Paris’. Pinot Noir vs Merlot, Chateau Montelena Chardonnay & Stags Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Cakebread, Shafer, Othello by Dominus and many more icons. Dishes by ely Excecutive Chef Ryan Stringer, showcasing fine Irish produce, including organic meats from the ely family farm in Clare.
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THURSDAY 11th MAY
Join us for a Californian wine evening of discovery with the chance to taste top estates Clos du Val, Freemark Abbey and Cambria hosted by wine experts Tomas Clancy of the Sunday Business Post and Lynne Coyle Master of Wine, no wine stone will be left unturned in the quest to discover these unique wines.
FRIDAY 12th MAY
For the finale of the week, we move to the fabulous Residence Club on St. Stephen’s Green. The evening will start with some bubbles and canapes, Liam Campbell of TheTaste.ie will give a worldwind tour of California with 6 beautiful wines, including, Macmurray estate wine, La Crema, Black Stallion and Chateau Montelena, served with delectable tasting plates. To finish off the event we invite our guests to celebrate the end of California Wine Week with a classic American Cocktail.
When: 7:00 pm | Where: Residence Club, St. Stephen’s Green.
Tickets €20 only. Buy tickets HERE
Pan Roasted Salmon Recipe with Caramelized Endive from California Wines
This Pan Roasted Salmon Recipe has a nice twist to it as it is served with caramelized endive. It is subtly bittersweet—and a perfect partner for tender crispy-skinned salmon filets. Pair with California Chardonnay or Pinot Noir…
Garlic Prawns with Warm Cucumber and Ginger Salad Recipe by California Wines
This light and zesty salad recipe features the warming touch of red pepper flakes and it will pair well with either California Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Noir, so no matter if you like whites or reds, mix it and enjoy!
Mussels and Prawns in a Saffron Lemon Cream Sauce with Fried Sage Recipe by California Wines
The briny taste of the sea, the earthy sweetness of saffron and the crunch of fried sage take center stage in this dish by California Wines. Pair it with California Sauvignon Blanc or California Chardonnay.
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Freemark Abbey Napa Valley Viognier 2011
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Gnarly Head Zinfandel
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