January: Champagne, France

What better was to kick off the innagural Dallas Cork Crew than with a little bubbly? The northeastern region of France is home to the champagne provence and the sparkling wine that bears its name. The history of Champagne is rich with tradition which you can explore in more detail HERE.

We started the evning with a feast fit for a king! Sam prepared a phenominal menu.



First Course:
Roasted Almonds
Old Dutch Master Gouda
Black Creek Wisconsin Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Second Course:
Scrambled Eggs w/ Shrimp
Thin Crust Roasted Garlic White Sauce Pizza with Mushrooms and Spinach

Third Course:
Spicy Wok-Fried Chicken w/ Chili's
Curried Potato Wedges

Forth Course:
Fresh Berries

The spread:

Tonights delicious line-up:

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut NV
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Group Tasting Notes: Light with hints of almonds.
Points: 89





Duval-Leroy Brut NV
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Group Tasting Notes: Green apple with a citrus nose.
Avg. Points: 90








Taittinger Lafrancaise Brut NV
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Group Tasting Notes: Light bodied with hints of fresh bread, citrus and green apple.
Avg. Points: 89




Perrier-Jouet Grand Brut NV
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Group Tasting Notes: Dry with hints of almonds and yeast.
Avg. Points: 90








Charles Mignon Brut Rose Premiere Cru NV
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Group Tasting Notes: No notes.
Avg. Points: 90



Until next time. Cheers!