Upcoming Wine Tastings please check back or contact us to get on the mailing list PAST EVENTS Fine Belgians Pairing Rare Belgian Beer with Local Food Flavours Thursday December 22nd $30 per person including tax & gratuity 8 Fine Beers with 8 Specially Paired Hors d'Oeuvres Italian Wine Tasting and Renaissance Art Discussion Series  4 Tuesday Evenings in October 6:30 - 7:30 $50 total Through October, Cabbagetown author Paul Kropp is host at four evening conversations about the Italian renaissance art of Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo. Along with the discussions, you can enjoy Italian wines and matching appetizers prepared by Chef Av Atikian. It’s a bargain - $50 for four evenings combined. October 4, 11, 18, and 25 6:30 to 7:30 pm. SOLD OUT September 15 6:30pm Modern Italy Tactics for Pairing Food with Italian Wines Guided by Chef Av Atikian JAMcafé is hosting a guided tasting of Italian Wines along with tactics for pairing foods. Many tasting events offer general suggestions for pairing wines with food types, but very few specifics. We give you more. Please join us as Chef Av Atikian guides us through his method. We present 5 Italian wines from our new list, with hors d’oeuvres specially created to demonstrate his tasting principles. Av explains each pairing and its ingredients, flavours and aromas. $35 per person incl tax/gratuity The Wines Taurasi Tenuta Ponte 2004 made from Aglianico grapes from Campania (referred to as the Barolo of the South) Luccio Mosole Refosco dal Peduncolo 2010 An indigenous grape from Veneto in the north-east. I Perazzi 2008 85% morellino made by Mario Batali near the Tuscan town of Scansano. Peregrinus Cignozza 2007 100% sangiovese from Tuscany’s Siena province. Castello Tizzini Primitivo 2009 is from Salento in the far south. Genetically the same as zinfandel, both grapes are descendants of an ancient Croation grape, Crljenak Kastelanski. August 11th 2011 Fine Wines of The Rhone -SOLD OUT- 8 Lovely Wines including Condrieu, Rasteau, Chateauneuf du Pape, St. Joseph & 8 Specially Matched Hors D'oeuvres $50 per person including tax and gratuity The Wines
Domaine Michel & Stephane Ogier La Combe de Malleval Condrieu 2009 Château de Vaudieu Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2009 Le Gravillas Sablet 2009 Domaine de la Vieille Ferme de L'Eourne Rasteau 2009 Le Gravillas Gigondas 2007 Domaine des Bosquets Gigondas 2007 Eric Rocher Terroir de Champal Saint-Joseph 2007 Domaine du Haut des Terres Blanches Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2007 SOLD OUT Terra Valentine and Rusden Napa and Barossa   Sunday April 17th 6:30 pm $50 per person incl. tax/tip JAMcafé presents
Terra Valentine Winery of Spring Mountain, Napa Valley and Rusden Wines of Barossa Valley, Australia 7 Handcrafted Wines
7 specially matched hors d'hoevres You don't have to take my word on the quality of these wines. Here is some commentary from highly regarded winos: Rusden is all hand-picked, basket pressed, barrel fermented and unfiltered. “This is the kind of wine only a handful of South Australian vineyards can consistently achieve. There is virtually nothing like it produced anywhere else in the world.” Robert M Parker Jr., Wine Advocate “I get a bag of bread ends and a bottle of Rusden Black Guts, then scream at tourists until the police taser me.” Patton Oswalt, actor (Ratatouille) Terra Valentine "94 Points" 2005 Wurtele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon "A gorgeous Cab, rich and complex, that perfectly shows the deep, strong tannins and impeccable structure of Spring Mountain. Perfectly ripe in black currants and tobacco, with exotic cedar and mineral overtones, it's beautiful now, but has the balanced stuffing to age effortlessly for a decade." Wine Enthusiast November 1, 2008 Tasting Menu Terra Valentine 2009 Napa Sauvignon Blanc Halibut Ceviche, Shaved Asparagus, Orange Filet 2008 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Ballotine of Chicken, Brioche, Date and Walnut Stuffing 2003 Wurtele Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon Wild Mushroom, Smoked Pancetta Risotto, White Truffle Oil 2003 Unum Cabernet Sauvignon Herb Crusted Veal Tenderloin, Wild Blueberry Demi Glace Rusden Wines 2007 Ripper Creek Cabernet Shiraz Elk Flank Steak, Coffee, Cocoa, Vanilla Bean Dry Rub 2007 Drift-sand Grenache Shiraz Five Spice Roast Duckling Spring Roll, Tamari and Preserved Cherry Glaze 2006 Black Guts Shiraz Crisp Prosciutto Wrapped Beef Short Rib, Rosemary Scented Demi Glace JAMcafé presents
The Wines of Karlo Estates
with Winemaker and Proprietor Richard Karlo of Prince Edward County, Ontario
 6 Handcrafted Wines 6 specially matched hors d'hoevres 100% Ontario, Low Yield, Artisan Wines Take this Opportunity to Taste these Rare Local Wines These Wines are Not Available in Any Stores
Karlo Estates Thanks to limestone soils, hand crafting and low yields, expect delicate complexity with a refined texture. Karlo Estates joins the pioneering spirit to offer 100% premium Canadian wines in beautiful Prince Edward County. We are dedicated to bring you Wine with Character. "All
Richard Karlo's debut reds are quite swarthy for the County thanks to
long maceration on the skins and long barrel ageing. " ~ David Lawrason, The County Grapevine ~ Prince Edward County Spring/Summer 2010 09 Chard - VQA "It was yet another Chardonnay that impressed at this gathering … the Karlo Estates Chardonnay." ~ Michael Pinkus – Ontario Wine Review08 Riesling - not VQAed because there was only 90 cases made - a very rare wine. Newly Released 09 Frontenac Gris Rosé - non VQA - new varietal not yet recognized by VQA - come taste the pioneering days of a new varietal. 08 Pinot Noir - VQA - Newly Released 08 Quintus - VQA “light,
lively and juicy, with light tannins and brisk acidity. All in all a
pleasant, fresh, food friendly and versatile, cool climate style red for
current enjoyment.” ~ John Szabo, County Grapevine “What
brilliant wine, like raspberries served in a limestone bowl, fresh and
delicious. Medium bodied with great flavour complexity and silky
tannins. Long length with pomegranate seed and mineral - savoury -
flavoured tobacco accents.” ~ Zoltan Szabo, Good Food Revolution 08
Van Alstine Port - non VQA - made with Estate grown Frontinac Noir - a
new varietal developed to withstand temperatures of -40 degrees so we
don't have to "Hill Up" in the County. Karlo
Estates Van Alstine Port chosen by John Szabo & Zoltan Szabo’s Top
10 Cutting Edge Wines in the World at the Toronto Gourmet Food and Wine
Show ~ John Szabo, County Grapevine Wednesday January 26th 6:30pm a Special Tasting of 7 Rare Wine Varietals - 7 wines - - 7 specially matched hors d'oeuvres - - $ 40 per person - These wines are made from rare grape varieties, some dating back to the 15th century and likely grown nowhere else in the world. This is a unique opportunity to come out and taste an extraordinary collection of food friendly wines. The Wines2008 Vins Plageoles, Mauzac Vert, France (white) Paired with Salmon Gravlax, Curried Apple Brunoise, Pain au Lait
2009 Emilio Bulfon Sciaglin, Friuli, Italy (white) Paired with Tiger Shrimp Crudo, Orange, Lime and Lemon Marinade, Fresh Oregano
2009 Emilio Bulfon Cjanòrie, Friuli, Italy (red) Paired with Mario Pingue Prosciutto, Montasio Cheese Crostini
2009 Emilio Bulfon Forgiarin, Friuli, Italy (red) Paired with Mario Pingue Guancale, Sage Polenta, Grilled Oyster Mushroom
2009 Emilio Bulfon Piculit Neri, Friuli, Italy (red) Paired with Mario Pingue Smoked Pancetta Risotto
2007 Chateau Lecusse Fer Servadou, Gaillac, France (red) Paired with Elk Sausage, Sautéed Potato, Green Peppercorn and Rosemary Demi Glace
2005 Vera de Estenas Bobal, Casa Don Angel, Utiel-Requena, Spain (red) Paired
with Stewed Chicken, Chorizo and Garlic Wednesday December 15 th 6:30 pm $40 per person +tax/tip the Premium Wines of Rosewood Estates (Niagara VQA) 
This is a small, critically acclaimed winery using all estate grown grapes and honeyto create award winning Ontario wines and meades
- 7 wines, plus some surprises - - white, red & sweet - - specially matched hors d'oeuvres - - meet the winemakers - - reservations 416-921-1255 –
Tasting Menu APERITIF 2008 Natalie's
Süssreserve Riesling
FIRST COURSE Ballotine of Organic Chicken, Medjool Date, Pistachio and Brioche Stuffing 2009
Sémillon (1) VQA
SECOND COURSE Salad Roll with Shrimp, Fresh Chilies, Basil, Cilantro and Mint, Citrus Hoi Sin Dip 2009 Mead
Blanc
THIRD COURSE Rabbit Terrine, Caramelized Pears and Fennel Pollen 2008
Chardonnay Reserve
FOURTH COURSE Thyme Roasted Portobello Mushroom, Pingue Prosciutto Crust 2008 Pinot
Noir
FIFTH COURSE Seared Elk Flank Steak, Coffee, Cocoa, Vanilla Bean Dry Rub, Cassis Demi Glace 2008 Merlot Renaceau Vineyard, Beamsville Bench
SIXTH COURSE Duck Jus Risotto, Cherry Wood Smoked Muscovy Duck Breast 2008 Merlot
Reserve, Natural Fermentation And.... a Few Additional Specialty Wines  Wednesday December 1st 6:30 pm $40 per person +tax/tip the Premium Wines of Henry of Pelham (Niagara VQA) 6 Wines
Special Niagara - Ontario Hors d'Oeuvres Matched with Each Wine Meet the proprietor, Daniel Speck Some wines available for private order -------------- Cuvée Catharine Rosé Cherry Wood Smoked Rainbow Trout, Fennel, Pistachio and Pea Shoot Salad 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Upper Canada Cheese ' Niagara Gold ' and Sage Fritatta, White Truffle Oil 2005 Riesling Reserve Organic Chicken Curry, Coconut and Lime Leaf 1999 Cabernet/Merlot Reserve Wine Braised Elk Short Rib, Thyme and Wild Blueberry Glaze 2005 Baco Noir Reserve Potato Gnocchi , Pingue Guancale and Parmigiano Reggiano 2002 Riesling Icewine Lavender Honey and Ricotta Crêpe SOLD OUT
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