Portugal Wine Dinner
Thursday, June 27 AT 7PM
Portugal offers a variety of climates from north to south that differentiates its wine from those produced in other countries. With over 200 varieties of grapes and a wide range of appellations, Portugal has developed impressive wines. Spuntino celebrates world-class wines produced in the region with this Portugal Wine Dinner.
CHORIZO ASSADO
Tomato toast, roasted garlic and leek purée, grilled onion
Vinho Verde, Broadbent Minho NV
Light in color with a slight spritz. On the nose it is fruity,
light and lively. Palate is light, refreshing and acidic.
BACALHAU ASSADO
Roasted codfish, piri piri onion salad and roasted baby potatoes
Vinho Verde Alvarinho, Joao Portugal Ramos Minho 2017
Medium lemon color with intense aromas of white grapefruit combined with flint and floral notes. Elegant and engaging with a touch a white peach skin and a long mineral finish.
POLVO GRELHADO
Grilled octopus, romesco sauce, farro and roasted tomato
Douro Manoella, Wine & Soul Douro 2015
Deep purple in color with fresh notes of raspberry,
blackberry and spices. On the palate, this wine shows round and velvety tannins, good concentration and a long finish.
PORCO A ALENTEJANA
Braised pork stew, clam and red pepper relish, kale
Douro Touriga Franca, Quinta do Passadouro Douro 2013
Slightly concentrated in color with a floral and elegant aroma dominated by notes of spice, well-combined with black fruits and very subtle wood presence. Full and balanced, very silky, fresh and intense.
PASTEIS DE NATA
Puff pastry, vanilla egg yolk custard, fresh berries
20 Year Old Tawny Port, Quinta de la Rosa NV
Golden in color with great richness and aromatic complexity, notably of almonds and spices. Seductive texture with dry fruits and liqueur flavors
69 per person
Not inclusive of tax or gratuity.