Thank You, Drew Lockett
Last Sunday Sokol Blosser partnered with Aquariva Restaurant and Chef Drew Lockett to pair some fabulous artisanal cheeses with our wines. The Rogue Creamery’s Oregonzola paired particularly well with our 2006 White Riesling Dessert Wine. The combination of the rich, tangy, slightly salty cheese was a gorgeous juxtaposition to the sweet fruit flavors in the wine. Sweet Grass Dairy’s Green Hill Semi-Ripened Cow’s Milk brie style was a perfect match for our 2005 Dundee Hills Pinot Noir.
However, the Humboldt Fog stole the show. This luscious goat’s milk cheese with its subtle tangy flavor from Cypress Grove Creamery went fast with many guests returning for seconds. Pairing well with our 2006 Estate Pinot Gris and the current release Pinot Noir this cheese kept chef Drew busy telling customers where they can find it, which unfortunately is only in select restaurants and specialty markets.
Stay tuned for our next cheese event and the hopeful return of Humboldt Fog and Aquariva!