Oct 26, 2023 06:30 pm
Location: Joselito Casa de Comidas Restaurant

Cost: $135.00 per person (Taxes and gratuity included)

We cordially invite you to join us for a special wine-tasting dinner with Isaac Fernandez, Grapes of Spain, and Arrow Wine and Cheese Shop on Thursday, October 26th at 6:30 pm.

Our guests will enjoy a six-course menu prepared by Chefs David Sierra and Sommelier and G.M. Gustavo Iniesta exclusively for this event. Each course will be paired with winemaker Isaac Fernandez's illustrious wines. Throughout the dinner, Isaac will explain the wines being served and discuss the winemaker's philosophy on using indigenous grapes throughout Spain to produce some of the most high-quality wines in the world. Please scroll down to view our dinner menu for the evening.

Cost: $135.00 per person (Taxes and gratuity included):

Menu

Welcome Reception

Chupito de Crema de Coliflor Trufada
Truffled Cauliflower Soup
Gambas en Tempura
Tempura Shrimp Skewer
Albóndiga Casera en Salsa de Tomate
Homemade Meatball Stewed in Tomato Sauce
Wine Pairing: Cava Biutiful Brut Nature NV

First Course

Ensalada de Queso Manchego con Manzana Verde
Manchego Cheese and Green Apple Salad, Field Greens
Wine Pairing: Egeo 2021 D.O. Rueda

Second Course

Lomo de Lubina Confitada con Guiso de Tomate Reducido y Albahaca
Poached Seabass, Reduced Tomato, and Basil Stew
Wine Pairing: Acentor Maturana Tinta 2020 D.O. Ca. Rioja

Third Course

Muslo de Pato en Guiso de Setas con Salsa de Moras
Duck Leg Confit over Mushroom Stew and Blackberry Sauce
Wine Pairing: Finca La Mata 2021 D.O. Ribera del Duero

Four Course

Chuletas de Cordero Asadas con Salteado de Pimientos Morrones y Comino
Roasted Rack of Lamb, Sauteed Red Peppers, and Cumin
Wine Pairing: Isaac Fernandez Reserva 2014 D.O. Ribera del Duero

Dessert

Pan con Chocolate, Nata y Aceite
Bread and Chocolate, Creme Fraiche and Olive Oil

About Isaac Fernandez: Isaac Fernandez began exploring the world of Spanish wines in the late 1970s at Bodegas Mauro, working alongside his uncle, Mariano Garcia - the former winemaker at Vega Sicilia - to produce some of the finest wines in the region. He then transitioned into a successful career of consulting for many prestigious wineries with the goal of being able to produce wines using indigenous grapes throughout Spain. He seeks to respect the identity of each vineyard and to nurture wines that balance power, finesse, and purity with the capacity to age. He produces a range of red, white, and sparkling wines from six Denominations of Origin, including some of Spain’s most famous regions: Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rueda, and Cava.

About Grapes of Spain: Grapes of Spain, Inc. was established in November 2001, with its first container landing in the United States in the Spring of 2002, representing 8 producers. The company imports wines exclusively from Spain and currently represents 36 producers with a portfolio of 90+ wines from all corners of Spain. All of the wines are new to the U.S. market and are from family winegrowers that focus only on high quality and limited production.

About Schneider's: Schneider's turned 74 in 2023 and is more forward-thinking than ever. Founded by Abe Genderson and his father-in-law, Max Schneider, it's now a 4th generation family-run business, a treasured institution in the nation's capital and one of America’s leading purveyors and importers of fine wines and spirits. The heart and soul of Schneider's is its historic storefront in Washington, DC, but there's more than meets the eye. Among other offerings, wine collectors come to Schneider's to sell their collections and purchase rare bottles, wedding couples come for expert beverage catering and customers across the country take advantage of a robust e-commerce site: cellar.com. Abe and Max would be proud.

We are looking forward to seeing you on Thursday, October 26th for this exclusive wine tasting dinner.

If you have any questions or any food allergies, please let us know in advance. Thank you for your support.

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