Winemaker Karl Lambour who released his first Cap Classique earlier this year will be joined by fellow MCC producer Silverthorn, Champagne Jacquart and Champagne Lanson for this singular fine dining experience at The Restaurant at Grande Provence.
Executive Chef Darren Badenhorst has created some extraordinary dishes to complement the unique and lively character of each of these opulent MCC’s and champagnes.
Starting the evening will be Silverthorn Jewel Box 2011 paired with griddled marron ceviche, Alaskan crab, charred corn and elements of citrus.
For the Jacquart Extra Brut, Chef Darren has chosen 12-hour Franschhoek trout gravlax, served with a mosaic of beetroot scales, iced baby radish and vineyard alfalfa.
The maiden Grande Provence Brut Méthode Cap Classique 2009 will be paired with a selection of cold smoked tuna, seared tuna, saffron tomato, panko and yolk sphere and a dash of anchovy crème.
Adding the finishing touch will be Lanson Black Label with frozen mulberry yoghurt parfait and liquorish glazed beets drizzled with a port and violet syrup.
The Wine & Dine Collaboration dinner on Friday, 4 December, takes place at The Restaurant at Grande Provence, starting at 19h00. To book your seat at R1500per person, call +27.218768600 or e-mail restaurant@grandeprovence.co.za.
Come and taste the maiden Grande Provence Brut Méthode Cap Classique at the Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne festival from Saturday, 5 December to Sunday, 6 December. Tickets at R200 per person are available at www.webtickets.co.za