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Kimberley Paley
Hostess and Sommelier, Paley’s Place
PREMIUM WINE
Ken Wright Cellars
2007 Pinot Noir
‘Abbott Claim Vineyard’
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Fennel-roasted Rabbit Salad & Fennel Pollen Aioli
Pasta alla chitarra with pork sugo and porcini
Chocolate shortcake cherry trifle
VALUE WINE
Abacela
2008 Albariño
‘Estate Grown’
This wine shows nuances, depth, and succinct flavor profiles with each of these courses. It is easy to drink, with a beautiful floral nose that welcomes the spices of the piperade stew, and finishes with a refreshing, bright-acid minerality.
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Poppy seed–crusted albacore tuna with chickpea purée and fennel salad
Shell-bean piperade stew
Fresh Sheep-cheese Ricotta Doughnut Holes with Chestnut Honey