Luella Restaurant

Niven Family Wine Estates Winemaker Dinner
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 – 6:30PM

luella restaurant is honored to host the Niven Family Wine Estates. The Nivens’ are known as pioneers of the San Luis Obispo wine industry and are highly regarded for their ecological business practices. Their two estate vineyards, Paragon and Firepeak, have received Sustainability in Practice certification. After graduating from the University of Dijon, Christian Roguenant has traveled all over the world practicing his craft. He signed on as winemaker in 1999 and has gained international recognition with their collection of wines which include Baileyana, Tangent, Trenza and Cadre. Christian continues to receive high praise for his expertise and his ability to showcase the integrity of each type of grape.
First Course
Tangent ‘Ecclestone’, 2007
Bone marrow sformatino with frisée and aged balsamic
Second Course
Trenza Rosado, 2008
Pea and egg yolk ravioli with fresh shaved black truffles
Third Course
Baileyana Grand Firepeak Cuvée Chardonnay, 2007
Roasted suckling pig with apricot and bacon stuffing
Fourth Course
Baileyana Grand Firepeak Cuvée Pinot Noir, 2007
Grilled yellow tail with confit shallots and a red wine sauce
Fifth Course
Baileyana Grand ‘Firepeak’ Cuvée Syrah, 2005
Roasted duck breast over wild mushroom risotto with sautéed cherries
$90 Per Person (all-inclusive)
Make Your Reservations Now – Space Is Limited!!

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	Niven Family Wine Estates Winemaker Dinner Wednesday, August 4, 2010 – 6:30PM luella restaurant is honored to host the Niven Family Wine Estates. The Nivens’ are known as pioneers of the San Luis Obispo wine industry and are highly regarded for their ecological business practices. Their two estate vineyards, Paragon and Firepeak, have received Sustainability in Practice certification. After graduating from the University of Dijon, Christian Roguenant has traveled all over the world practicing his craft. He signed on as winemaker in 1999 and has gained international recognition with their collection of wines which include Baileyana, Tangent, Trenza and Cadre. Christian continues to receive high praise for his expertise and his ability to showcase the integrity of each type of grape. First Course Tangent ‘Ecclestone’, 2007 Bone marrow sformatino with frisée and aged balsamic Second Course Trenza Rosado, 2008 Pea and egg yolk ravioli with fresh shaved black truffles Third Course Baileyana Grand Firepeak Cuvée Chardonnay, 2007 Roasted suckling pig with apricot and bacon stuffing Fourth Course Baileyana Grand Firepeak Cuvée Pinot Noir, 2007 Grilled yellow tail with confit shallots and a red wine sauce Fifth Course Baileyana Grand ‘Firepeak’ Cuvée Syrah, 2005 Roasted duck breast over wild mushroom risotto with sautéed cherries $90 Per Person (all-inclusive) Make Your Reservations Now – Space Is Limited!!