Amy’s Army ~ The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society ~ The Carlton
Team up for a 5th Wine Dinner – February 26th 2010

The award winning Carlton Restaurant and the culinary inspirations of Executive Chef Mark Swomley is matched up with 9 very rare and fine wines in a 3 course feast. Seating is limited to 18 guests, so reserve your seat early because they will go fast. Net proceeds to be donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Amy’s Army is proud to be a Co-sponsor and assist in the quest for a cure and to raise awareness for the National Marrow Donor Program in the ongoing search for a match. Cost is $350 per person.

Chateau Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc 2006 – WS 94 Release Price $105
Densely layered, showing peach cobbler, graham, heather, chamomile, almond and brioche flavors thatglide along the creamy-textured palate, with a long, smoke-tinged finish. Best from 2010 through 2021. –JM

Louis Latour Corton Charlemagne 2006 – WE 95 Release Price $89
Power, density, huge richness - all the attributes you would expect from a Corton-Charlemagne. With this being 2006, the ripe tropical fruits are crispened with acidity which cuts through the impressive opulence and ripeness.

Kistler “Hyde Vineyard” Chardonnay 2006 – WA 93-95 Release Price $70
“Lemon grass, orange blossom, marmalade, and nectarine characteristics along with notes of buttered citrus, peach, and wet stones are found in the 2006 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard. A full-bodied, beautifully textured style suggest this beauty will drink nicely for 5-7 years.” RP

LOBSTER TRIO
Butter roasted Petite Tail with Crab Whipped Potatoes
Lobster & Caramelized Leek Ravioli with Smoked Tomato Cream
Chilled Lobster Salad over Napa Slaw with Champagne Vinaigrete

Course 2
Joseph Phelps Insignia 2002 – WS 96 #1 wine of the year 2005 Release Price $150
A rich, polished, seductive style with layers of complexity built around a dense, concentrated mix of currant, blackberry, plum and exotic mocha- and cedar-scented oak. This mouthcoating young wine is powerful yet elegant and deftly balanced, finishing with a long, succulent aftertaste. Best from 2008 through 2014. –JL

M Chapouiter Ermitage Le Pavillon 1999– WS 92 Release Price $330
A balanced gem. Aromatically reserved and full-bodied, it unfolds mineral, wet earth and black fruit. Plenty of refined, ripe, well-integrated tannins and fresh acidity. Firm finish has a long aftertaste. Best from 2003 through 2010. –PM

Chateau Lynch Bages 2000 – WS 96 Release price $125
This is a superstructured wine with loads of plum, blackberry and licorice. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish. Gorgeous. Tight. Needs time.-Lynch-Bages non-blind vertical. Best after 2010. –JS

Chateau la Nerthe Chateauneuf du Pape 1998 – WS 90 Release price $35

Juicy and forward, this is in prime drinking condition, offering dark, alluring plum, fig, spice and licorice flavors, with a fleshy, structured finish. Drink now through 2012.. –JM

Banfi Poggio all’ Oro Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 1993 – WS 93 Release Price $125
This red from Italy is big, chewy and delicious. Opens with beautiful, multidimensional aromas of ripe berries, mushrooms and chestnuts, while on the palate, it’s full-bodied and very velvety, with a long, long, fruity finish. Best after 2002. –JS

NY STRIP STEAK
Cracked Pepper and Mustard Seed grilled and served with Roast Pepper & Chorizo Bread Pudding,
Balsamic Glzed Asparagus, Cabernet Demi Glaze and Maytag Blue Cheese

Course 3

Chateau Rieussec Sauternes 2001 – WS 100 #1 wine of the year 2004 Release Price $80
Like lemon curd on the nose, turning to honey and caramel. Full-bodied and very sweet, with fantastic concentration of ripe and botrytized fruit, yet balanced and refined. Electric acidity. Lasts for minutes on the palate. This is absolutely mind-blowing. This is the greatest young Sauternes I have ever tasted. Best after 2010. –JS

WHITE CHOCOLATE BABANA CRÈME BRULEE
With Chocolate Glaze Macadamia and Cherry Mint Relish