Amuse
Foie Terrine – ginger apple, crisp-smoked Maldon
Paired with Toujours Cinsault, Languedoc, France- $28.99
Grape Variety: Cinsault
Alcohol: 12%
Vintage: 2024
Appearance: Luminous cherry-red with vibrant magenta highlights and a bright, youthful appearance.
Nose: Fresh and expressive, with aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry and juicy plum, complemented by delicate floral and rose notes. Subtle Mediterranean herbs add a gentle savoury character.
Palate: Light to medium-bodied, bright and juicy, with vivid cherry and plum flavours supported by fine, supple tannins. A refreshing core of acidity keeps the wine lively and balanced, while subtle herbal and savoury notes add depth.
Finish: Fresh and lingering, with juicy red fruit, subtle mineral notes and gentle savoury nuances. Bright, refreshing and easy going, with enough depth and tannin to give the wine character.
First Course
King Salmon Tartar – crème fraîche, dill, smoked avocado, sesame soy dressing, pickled shallot, root chip
Paired with La Galoche Beaujolais Rouge,Beaujolais, France- $28.99
Grape Variety: Gamay
Alcohol: 13.5%
Vintage: 2022
Appearance: Bright ruby-red with vibrant purple highlights and a youthful, lively appearance.
Nose: Aromatic and expressive, showing fresh red berries, ripe strawberry, raspberry and cherry, with subtle floral notes of violet. There can also be a gentle earthy character with hints of herbs and spice.
Palate: Light to medium-bodied with juicy acidity and soft, supple tannins. Flavours of red cherry, raspberry, strawberry and cranberry lead the palate, followed by subtle notes of pepper and fresh herbs. The wine has a bright, refreshing character rather than a heavy or overly ripe style.
Finish: Clean, fresh and pleasantly fruity, with lingering cherry and raspberry flavours and a gentle mineral quality.
Salad Course
Ancient Grain Goat Cheese Soufflé – puffed wheat, Champagne vinaigrette, chèvre, chicory
Paired with Beurer Riesling Trocken,Württemberg, Germany - $28.99
Wine Pairing: Beurer Riesling Trocken,
Grape Variety: Riesling
Alcohol: 12%
Vintage: 2020
Appearance: Pale straw yellow with brilliant clarity and subtle green-gold highlights. Light to medium-bodied in appearance, with a bright, youthful character.
Nose: Fresh and expressive, showing green apple, pear, lime, lemon zest and white peach. There are delicate floral notes of white blossoms along with a subtle herbal character. With more air, hints of wet stone, slate-like minerality and a faint tropical fruit note emerge.
Palate: Dry and vibrant with juicy citrus, green apple, pear and white peach at the forefront. The acidity is energetic and refreshing without being overly sharp. A pronounced stone/mineral character adds structure and depth, while the fruit gives the wine a pleasant roundness. There is a subtle saline quality that contributes to its refreshing, mouth-watering character.
Finish: Long, clean and refreshing, with lingering lime, lemon, green apple and mineral notes. The finish is crisp and slightly saline, leaving the palate refreshed and inviting another sip.
Bridge Course
Mini Bœuf en Croûte (Wellington) – tenderloin, mushroom duxelles, puff pastry, truffle aioli
Paired with Bella Terra “Calm the Franc Down” Cabernet Franc,Niagara Canada- $33.99
Grape Variety: 89% Cabernet Franc, 11% Malbec
Alcohol: 13.5%
Vintage: 2023
Appearance: Deep ruby-red with a rich, vibrant appearance, reflecting the wine’s generous and fruit-forward character.
Nose: Expressive and inviting, with aromas of plum, dark cherry and violet, complemented by distinctive notes of dried thyme and mocha. The combination of dark fruit, floral and herbal aromas clearly reflect the Cabernet Franc character of the blend, with subtle oak influence adding further complexity.
Palate: Aged for 12 months in mostly neutral French oak, the palate is well-layered and generously fruity, with soft tannins and a rich, rounded mid-palate. Dominant flavours of dark plum, dark cherry and blackberry are complemented by notes of dark chocolate and oak spice. The wine balances its ripe, fruit-driven character with an elegant and approachable style, making it an easy-drinking and versatile red.
Finish: Surprisingly long and lingering, with persistent flavours of dark plum, dark cherry, blackberry and dark chocolate, followed by generous notes of oak spice. Smooth, rich and elegant.
Entrée
Black Cod, Caviar & Chive Beurre Blanc – fennel, celeriac & apple slaw, orange fennel emulsion
Paired with Javali “Cherry Tree” Tinto,Douro, Portugal- $59.99
Grape Variety: Indigenous Portuguese field blend — approximately 33 co-planted varieties
Alcohol: 12%
Vintage: 2020
Appearance: Bright, pale ruby red with a translucent, almost Pinot Noir-like appearance. The lighter colour gives an early indication of the wine's elegant, lower-weight style.
Nose: Very expressive and lifted, with fresh red cherry, raspberry, red currant and wild strawberry. There are also subtle floral notes of violet and crushed flowers, along with mint, dried herbs, pepper and a faint earthy character. The nose is energetic rather than heavy or overly ripe.
Palate: This is a very different expression of Douro red wine—more delicate, fresh and food-friendly. Light to medium-bodied, juicy and vibrant. Red cherry and raspberry lead the palate, supported by red currant and a touch of tart plum. The wine has pronounced fresh acidity and a distinctive stony, mineral character from the high-altitude schist vineyard. There is very little obvious oak, allowing the fruit and mineral character to remain the focus.
Finish: Fresh, crisp and mineral-driven, with lingering red cherry, raspberry, herbs and subtle pepper. The finish is relatively light and energetic, encouraging another sip.
Dessert
Brown Butter Financier Cake – banana brûlé, Nutella spread, praline cream, pearls
Paired with Adega de Favaios Monge Tawny Porto (Portugal) $22.99
Grape Variety: Blend of traditional Douro red varieties, primarily Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Tinta Amarela
Alcohol: 19%
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Appearance: Red in colour with attractive golden-brown highlights, reflecting its period of oak aging.
Nose: A rich, inviting nose of ripe red and dark fruit, figs, raisins and dried cherries, followed by classic tawny characteristics of walnuts, almonds, caramel, vanilla and gentle baking spices. Subtle hints of toasted oak and dried fruit add complexity without overpowering the fruit.
Palate: Rich, full-bodied and velvety, with a luscious sweetness balanced by enough freshness to keep the wine from feeling heavy. Flavours of ripe plum, cherry, fig and raisin mingle with caramel, toasted nuts, brown sugar and warm spice. The oak aging contributes a soft, rounded texture and gentle oxidative character. The alcohol is warming but well integrated.
Finish: Medium-long, smooth and warming, with lingering flavours of fig, caramel, toasted nuts, dried fruit and spice. The finish has a pleasant balance between sweetness and structure.