Rioja Showdown Wine Dinner: Bodega vs Bodega

featuring

Bodegas Gómez Cruzado and Ermita de San Felices

Wednesday, October 16th at Foxcroft Greenville | 7pm

Price includes ticket ($99), tax, and gratuity

Table seating is now sold out. Bar and community style seating only.

Rioja wine, originating from the Rioja region in northern Spain, is celebrated for its remarkable balance of richness and elegance. Produced primarily from Tempranillo grapes, along with Garnacha, Mazuelo, and Graciano, Rioja wines are renowned for their complex flavors and aromas, which often include ripe red fruits, vanilla, and earthy notes. The wine's aging process, which can range from several months to several years in oak barrels, imparts additional layers of spice, tobacco, and leather, enhancing its depth and character. Rioja's versatility makes it a favorite among wine enthusiasts, whether enjoyed young and vibrant or aged and mellowed, embodying the heritage and craftsmanship of Spanish winemaking.

Join us for an exciting event where two bodegas (vineyards) go head-to-head in a wine tasting competition. You'll sample a total of eight wines, including two whites and two Reservas, across four courses. Each wine will be paired with a dish crafted by our culinary team to enhance the flavors, and you'll gain insights into the unique characteristics of each producer and the differences between each pairing. Our custom five-course meal is designed specifically to complement the wines and elevate your tasting experience.

Wine and Dinner Menus Served

course 1

gazpacho, sherry vinegar marinated ratatouille, leek confit

Gómez Cruzado Blanco

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Ermita de San Felices Blanco

course 2

octopus paella, fresh pomegranate, sauteed spinach

Gómez Cruzado Crianza

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Ermita de San Felices Crianza

course 3

chorizo croqueta, romesco sauce, braised cabbage, pulled pork

Gómez Cruzado "El Predilecto"

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Ermita San Felices Que Vida Garnacha

course 4

grilled hanger steak, roasted acorn squash, farro, mojo verde

Gómez Cruzado Reserva "Viña Dorana"

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Ermita San Felices Reserva

dessert

basque cheesecake, persimmon