I was recently on a wine trip to Argentina and Karim was one of several winemakers I met. I am so glad he is making the trip to the region because he was the winemaker I was felt had the most humble approach to making wine in Argentina and yet was making some of the best wines I tasted on the trip.
When we sat at Karim's table at the winery, he and his family were the best hosts you could imagine. They brought out a meal of probably 12 courses of Lebanese dishes. This type of food is exactly what I love, so I was immediately enamored, and the space made it all the more romanic.
I was also impressed by Karim's personality: shied from talking about himself, was more interested in the people around him and talking about music, philosophy, politics, and on. He is clearly a very intelligent person.
In particular, I am excited to show you his La Consulta Select. It is a red blend from La Consulta. This is a subregion of Uco Valley - a particular wine growing region in Mendoza, Argentina. It would be analogous to Washington➡️Willamette Valley➡️Dundee Hills or Eola Amity Hills.
Menu Subject to Change
Caramelized Onion and Wagyu Beef Empanadas
Tomato & Parsley Salad with Red Onion, Lemon, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Maldon Salt
Olive course with Hummus, Grilled Halloumi, Fried Chickpeas, and Za’atar Flatbread
Lebanese Beef and Rice jeweled with dried apricot, pistachio, and cashew
Panqueque con Dulce de Leche
Gratuity at your discretion at the dinner
We’ll taste through 6 Altocedro Wines together and have a 5 course dinner with Karim Mussi as our Guest of Honor.
Also check out other Workshops in Eau Claire, Trips & Adventurous Activities in Eau Claire.
|
