The Goods From Poplar Grove

Vancouver, BC | Mark your calendar for April 4, 2012. Our winemaker’s dinner series for 2012 continues with a special evening with Ian Sutherland, Head Winemaker & Proprietor of Poplar Grove, and the cuisine of Chef Justin Cheung of Tapenade Bistro. Join us as Chef creates a six course menu of special dishes to pair with a selection of 6 wines chosen by Ian. The menu will feature winter elegance and will showcase ingredients that are seasonal, local and sustainable. This dinner will be a rare opportunity to savour new releases alongside award winning classics. Menu after the jump…

Poplar Grove Winemaker’s Dinner

Hors D’œuvres en Passe
Poplar Grove Viognier 2009

Dayboat Halibut
Beluga Lentils, Carrot Puree, Fennel and Herb Salad
Salsa Verde, Spot Prawn Jus
Poplar Grove Reserve Chardonnay 2010

Fraser Valley Duck Breast
Crisped skin, Yukon gold potato pavé,
red cabbage agro dolce, carrot puree, merlot reduction
Poplar Grove Merlot 2007

Leg of Lamb
Slow Roasted, Eggplant, Chickpea Panisse, Glazed Golden Beets
Garlicky Rapini, Rosemary Jus
Poplar Grove CSM 2008

Benton Brother’s Fine Cheese
Fig and Thyme Compote, Parsley Puree, Pickles, Crostini
Poplar Grove The Legacy 2006

Honey Sponge Cake
Meyer Lemon Curd, Macerated Strawberries, Frozen Nutella
White Chocolate Crunch, “Honey Comb”
Late Harvest Riesling 2009

Tickets available at Tapenade for $120 (including hst and gratuity)

April 4, Reception at 6:30pm
Tapenade Bistro
3711 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC, V7E 3B6 | MAP
Telephone: 604-275-5188
Website: http://www.tapenade.ca