Established in 1989, Bouchard
Finlayson is a small, award-winning cellar in the majestic Hemel-en-Aarde
Valley on the Southern Cape coast,
dedicated to the quality production of wines of outstanding quality. In
2000 the farm was bought by the Tollman family, founders and owners of The Red Carnation Hotel
Collection. Under the leadership of Victoria Tollman and Peter Finlayson, Bouchard Finlayson’s flagship Galpin
Peak Pinot noir and icon Tête de Cuvée Galpin Peak Pinot noir have become
renowned on a global scale, winning many an international award along the way.
Azure Restaurant at the five-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, a
Leading Hotels of the World member, presents the perfect location for Bouchard
Finlayson’s wines to be showcased. A stunning setting with
mesmerising Atlantic Ocean views, a world-class culinary offering
and impeccable service make this one of Cape Town’s top dining experiences.
Upon arrival guests will be welcomed with a glass of Bouchard Finlayson Blanc de Mer 2013 before sitting down to
the first dish for the evening. Fizanta
Kraal Trout - tequila and passion fruit cured, avocado puree and corn
succotash, will
be perfectly paired with the Bouchard
Finlayson Sauvignon Blanc 2014. This is followed by Roasted
Barn-raised Quail - quail leg lollipop, charred cauliflower, hazelnut,
green grapes and chorizo, enjoyed with the Bouchard Finlayson Kaaimansgat Chardonnay 2013.
Moving on
to the main course, diners will be able to tuck into Klein Karoo Lamb
with slow roasted belly,
globe artichokes, ‘slaphaksteentjies’, smoked sweetbread croquette and topped
off with a wild thyme jus, accompanied by
the Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak
Pinot Noir 2012. To
complete an indulgent gastronomic evening, guests will enjoy a mouth-watering cheese course - Whipped Gorgonzola with roasted
pear, walnut sponge and parmesan cracker, and as
a sweet finish, Petit Fours and coffee or tea.