A mid-August dinner at the Corning Museum of Glass was not only a time to check out the wine glasses but Finger Lake wines. Yes, it was a night at the museum with Finger Lakes wines.
The museum did put on a great glassmaking show but that was not my main reason for being there. Spaswinefood had come to learn about Finger Lake wines. In the end both the show and the wines were excellent.
For me it was all about the wine but I suspect some will find the history of Corning Glass Works to be equally exciting.
A Night at the Corning Museum with Finger Lake Wines
That evening at the Corning Museum of Glass was indeed a perfect evening to explore food and wine pairing. For this #wbc15 dinner there were two Finger Lakes wines that were selected to pair with each course on the menu. I always welcome the opportunity to explore food and wine pairings and this gala event was the perfect opportunity.
When we arrived the tables were already set. Dinner began with an appetizer.
1. Appetizer: Zucchini Fritter (Feta, Spinach, Garlic Tzatziki)
The wines were already poured for the first course. The wines were:
- Kelby James Russell, Dry Rosé of Cabernet Franc 2014
- Standing Stone Vineyards, Gewürztraminer 2013
I found that the Kelby James Russell Dry Rosé blended nicely with the appetizer whereas the Standing Stone Vineyards, Gewürztraminer was a nice contrast of flavors.
2. Soup: Smoky Roasted Corn Chowder
Second course wines were:
- Hoser Winery, Limited Edition Chardonnay 2012
- Fulkerson Winery, Gruner Veltliner 2013
I liked both of these wines (Hoser Winery, Limited Edition Chardonnay and Fulkerson Winery, Gruner Veltliner). In particular the Fulkerson Winery, Gruner Veltliner blended amazing well with the soup.
3. Salad (Butter Lettuce, Chévre, Candied Pistachios, Grilled Peaches, Peach Creme Fraiche Dressing)
Third course wines were:
- Chateau LaFayette Reneau, Semi-Dry Riesling 2014
- Billsboro Winery, Sauvognon Blanc 2014
I liked how both of these wines blended well with the salad.
4. Entrée: New York Steak or Marinated Tofu, Crispy Pesto Gnocchi, Grilled Vegetables
Fourth Course wines were:
Wagner Vineyards, Meritage 2010
Fox Run Vineyards, Lemberger 2012
I liked both of these wines with the Tofu.
Overall dinner that evening was a great food and wine pairing event. The Finger Lakes winemakers worked with the culinary staff to pull this off. There is so much involved in food and wine pairing. Yes, books have been written on this very topic. However, no matter how much you read in it still boils down to what you like. You will know it when you taste. You might say" but if it is not what the experts say". I say forget the experts enjoy. Sure, there are some general guidelines that maybe helpful but beyond that NO. Now, if you want to do this professionally then a little more time and energy is needed.
What's Next?
1. 2016 Wine Bloggers Conference
Lodi, California was announced as the location for next year's wine bloggers conference.
A bottle of Macchia Wines, Lodi Mischievous Old Vine Zinfandel 2013 was shared at our table. We can look forward to tasting more Zinfandel in Lodi.
2. Dessert of Course
The dessert course was served outside the ballroom with an assortment of mostly sparkling wines. I do remember a Dr. Frank sparkling rose that I rather liked.
It was indeed a great #wbc15 night for Finger Lakes wine at the Corning Museum of Glass. The Finger Lakes AVA (American Viticultural Area) is centered around eleven glacial lakes, with the majority of vineyards near Canandaigua Lake, Cayuga Lake, Keuka Lake and Seneca Lake. Each of these areas have been described as having unique viticultural characteristics that result in wines with distinct flavor profiles. Cayuga and Seneca Lake areas have been recognized as distinct enough to have their own AVA's. The AVA is home to over 100 wineries that produce Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, as well as several French-American and native varieties.
Finger Lakes Wine provides information on Canandaigua Lake, Cayuga Lake, Keuka Lake and Seneca Lake wine regions. Visitors planning a Finger Lakes wine adventure will also find these websites quite helpful:
Special thanks for a great Finger Lakes wine night to the Corning Museum of Glass and everyone who made for this event possible. You can also check out my travels in the Finger Lakes, New York and elsewhere at Spaswinefood.
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| Wine night at the Corning Museum of Glass © Spaswinefood |
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| Corning Museum of Glass © Spaswinefood |
A Night at the Corning Museum with Finger Lake Wines
That evening at the Corning Museum of Glass was indeed a perfect evening to explore food and wine pairing. For this #wbc15 dinner there were two Finger Lakes wines that were selected to pair with each course on the menu. I always welcome the opportunity to explore food and wine pairings and this gala event was the perfect opportunity.
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| Corning Museum of Glass © Spaswinefood |
1. Appetizer: Zucchini Fritter (Feta, Spinach, Garlic Tzatziki)
The wines were already poured for the first course. The wines were:
- Kelby James Russell, Dry Rosé of Cabernet Franc 2014
- Standing Stone Vineyards, Gewürztraminer 2013
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| Zucchini Fritter, Dry Rosé of Cabernet Franc & Gewürztraminer © Spaswinefood |
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Zucchini Fritter © Spaswinefood
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2. Soup: Smoky Roasted Corn Chowder
Second course wines were:
- Hoser Winery, Limited Edition Chardonnay 2012
- Fulkerson Winery, Gruner Veltliner 2013
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| Hoser Limited Edition Chardonnay & Fulkerson Gruner Veltliner © Spaswinefood |
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| Hoser Winery, Limited Edition Chardonnay 2012 © Spaswinefood |
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| Smoky Roasted Corn Chowder © Spaswinefood |
3. Salad (Butter Lettuce, Chévre, Candied Pistachios, Grilled Peaches, Peach Creme Fraiche Dressing)
Third course wines were:
- Chateau LaFayette Reneau, Semi-Dry Riesling 2014
- Billsboro Winery, Sauvognon Blanc 2014
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| Semi-Dry Riesling & Sauvognon Blanc with Salad © Spaswinefood |
4. Entrée: New York Steak or Marinated Tofu, Crispy Pesto Gnocchi, Grilled Vegetables
Fourth Course wines were:
Wagner Vineyards, Meritage 2010
Fox Run Vineyards, Lemberger 2012
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| New York Steak, Crispy Pesto Gnocchi, Grilled Vegetables © Spaswinefood |
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| Marinated Tofu, Crispy Pesto Gnocchi, Grilled Vegetables © Spaswinefood |
Overall dinner that evening was a great food and wine pairing event. The Finger Lakes winemakers worked with the culinary staff to pull this off. There is so much involved in food and wine pairing. Yes, books have been written on this very topic. However, no matter how much you read in it still boils down to what you like. You will know it when you taste. You might say" but if it is not what the experts say". I say forget the experts enjoy. Sure, there are some general guidelines that maybe helpful but beyond that NO. Now, if you want to do this professionally then a little more time and energy is needed.
What's Next?
1. 2016 Wine Bloggers Conference
Lodi, California was announced as the location for next year's wine bloggers conference.
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| Lodi in 2016 © Spaswinefood |
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| Macchia Wine, Lodi Mischievous Old Vine Zinfandel 2013 © Spaswinefood |
The dessert course was served outside the ballroom with an assortment of mostly sparkling wines. I do remember a Dr. Frank sparkling rose that I rather liked.
It was indeed a great #wbc15 night for Finger Lakes wine at the Corning Museum of Glass. The Finger Lakes AVA (American Viticultural Area) is centered around eleven glacial lakes, with the majority of vineyards near Canandaigua Lake, Cayuga Lake, Keuka Lake and Seneca Lake. Each of these areas have been described as having unique viticultural characteristics that result in wines with distinct flavor profiles. Cayuga and Seneca Lake areas have been recognized as distinct enough to have their own AVA's. The AVA is home to over 100 wineries that produce Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, as well as several French-American and native varieties.
Finger Lakes Wine provides information on Canandaigua Lake, Cayuga Lake, Keuka Lake and Seneca Lake wine regions. Visitors planning a Finger Lakes wine adventure will also find these websites quite helpful:
Special thanks for a great Finger Lakes wine night to the Corning Museum of Glass and everyone who made for this event possible. You can also check out my travels in the Finger Lakes, New York and elsewhere at Spaswinefood.
August 2015
Fingers Lakes, New York
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