Gourmet Dinner & Tutored Tasting Featuring Wines from Graffigna
On August 21st, WineAlign is pleased to present a gourmet dinner & tutored tasting featuring wines from one of Argentina’s oldest wineries – Graffigna.
Join us for an exclusive dinner at Jump restaurant with sommelier and global brand ambassador from Argentina, Federico Lleonart. Federico will guide you through a range of Graffigna wines and speak about the unique terroir of San Juan, Argentina as well as the history of the company that started with one man, Santiago Graffigna, in 1870. You will also have the opportunity to experience the exclusive Malbec glass – created in partnership with Riedel and Graffigna, and take home a box of 2 official Malbec Riedel glasses (valued at $50).
Federico will be joined by WineAlign’s Steve Thurlow.
Event Details:
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Location: Jump (18 Wellington St W – Commerce Court East)
Reception: 6:30pm
Dinner: 7:00pm – 9:30pm
Tickets: $80.00 plus HST and fees
*Please note tickets are limited to 50, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Menu
Sparkling cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
Lime Cured Manitoulin Island Rainbow Trout
Avocado mousse, lemon jelly vinaigrette, lotus root crisps
Wine pairing: Graffigna Centenario Pinot Grigio
Grandview Farms Grass-fed Angus
Seared Flat Iron, stewed black beans and salt pork, chimmichurri rotolo of oxtail and tongue, braised mushroom forrestiere, escarole
Wine pairing: Graffigna Grand Reserve Malbec 2011
Cheese Course
Wine pairing: Santiago Graffigna (40% Malbec, 30% Cab Sauv, 30% Syrah) 2008
Hazelnut chocolate mousse
Bitter chocolate crunch, fresh raspberry coulis, baby mint
Wine pairing: Graffigna Late Harvest Malbec
*There are no substitutions*
About Jump
In the heart of Toronto’s Financial district, Jump combines classic style with sleek modern eclecticism. The sky high glass atrium, signature New York style bar and courtyard patio provide the perfect backdrop for world-inspired cuisine. Jump is renowned for its locally sourced meat and seafood, and seasonal vegetables, while continually creating fresh and innovative dishes.
Our winemaker events have been consistently and quickly selling out. If you are interested in attending then we advise you to purchase your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.