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Wine & Chocolate Pairing
February 12, 2017 : 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$48
Indulge in select Chateau Morrisette wines paired with sweet and savory chocolates and chocolate tinged amuse-bouches prepared by our culinary team and by select local and single-origin chocolatiers. Our Winemaker Brian Smyth will interpret the pairings with guests.
Advance reservations and pre-payment required. $48 per person includes wines, pairings, taxes, and gratuities. Event is held in the William Morrisette Room, above the Tasting Room. Guests should plan to check in at least 15 minutes early.
Pairings:
I
Archival II in a Pear Tart & Dark Chocolate Sipping Ganache by Cocoa Mia – Floyd, VA
II
Petit Manseng & Chocolate Glazed Orange Infused Truffle by the Chocolate Spike – Blacksburg, VA
III
Cherry wine & Black Forest Truffle with Cherry Center by Nancy’s Candy – Meadows of Dan, VA
IV
Chambourcin & Cayenne Chocolate Bark by our Sous Chef Ricky Caviness
V
Cabernet Franc & Single-Origin Hawaiian Chocolate with Cacao Nibs and Coffee Beans by Mānoa Chocolate – Kailua, HI
VI
2015 Vin Gris & White Chocolate, Lavender & Pistachio Truffle by our Pastry Chef Chelsea Raby
While you enjoy these wines with Chocolate, there will also be a few savory items to sample so that you can learn how a single wine can pair with both sweet and savory.