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Wine Vault & Bistro: This Saturday's Chef's 5-Course Tasting Menu

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    Sat, July 21, 2018 (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

Wine Vault & Bistro
3731-A India Street
San Diego, CA 92103
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Cost: $42.50 Chef's 5-Course Tasting Menu + $20 Paired Wine Flight

Please join us (21 and up only, please) this Saturday anytime from 5:00 on for our weekly chef's 5-course tasting menu. The menu selections and wine flights change every week. Cost is a mere forty-two fifty for all five courses and twenty bucks for all five paired wines. If you'd prefer not to order the paired wine flight, wines by the glass or bottle, as well as beer and cocktails, are also available. Here are the details for this upcoming Saturday. Wine notes and bottle prices are at the end of this announcement if you're interested.

NOTE: Due to the complexity of this menu we regret that we will be unable to accommodate any modifications to the menu. This includes allergies and food sensitivities.

CHEF'S 5-COURSE TASTING MENU ~ $42.50 | WINE PAIRING FLIGHT ~ $20
White Sea Bass Crudo | Giant Bean Salad | Orange Scented Oil | Olive Relish
2015 Substance "SB" Sauvignon Blanc (3 oz. pour)

Truffle + Sweet Corn Agnolotti | Squash Blossom Butter | Crispy Pancetta
2016 J Vineyards Pinot Noir (3 oz. pour)

Crispy Skin Chicken | Fava Beans | Asparagus | Chicken Port Wine Reduction
2014 B. Leighton "Gratitude" Red Blend (3 oz. pour)

NY Steak Florentine | Rosemary Roasted Potatoes | Garlic Escarole
2014 Bokisch Graciano (3 oz. pour)

Lemon + Cherry Semifreddo | Toasted Pistachios
Giola Luisa Limoncello (1 oz. pour)

LOCATION & PHONE
Wine Vault & Bistro is located in the heart of San Diego between Little Italy and Old Town at 3731-A India Street on the upstairs terrace. Follow the black handrail up the stairs from the sidewalk to our front door. Our phone number is (619) 295-3939.

PARKING ~ FREE & PAID
Valet parking is available for $8.00. The drop-off point is two doors south of our entrance in front of Shakespeare Pub at the corner of India and Winder. Also, on-street parking is usually available within a 3-block radius. Remember that it’s OK to park in yellow commercial zones after 6:00 and that meters are also free after 6:00. You can also park in the lot behind Shakespeare Pub two doors down, but do not park in El Indio's lot unless you want your car towed! If you can’t find parking next to the restaurant, there’s always LOTS OF PARKING on San Diego Avenue and the adjacent side streets just past the Chevron station across Washington Street. So please don't drive yourself crazy endlessly going around in circles waiting to pounce on that perfect spot when there's TONS OF PARKING less than three blocks away!

WINE NOTES & BOTTLE PRICES
2015 Substance "SB" Sauvignon Blanc ~ $19
(Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley) Winemaker's Notes: One whiff of this wine and you're all in. In fact, diving in head first! From the onset citrus, hay, wet earth, thyme and marjoram. Giving way to a rich, lively and full palate and finishes with tropical notes and seashells. ~ Review by Robert Parker (90 points): 100% Sauvignon Blanc brought up in barrel. Notes of lemon curd, hints of citrus and white grapefruit all flow to a rounded and supple white that has integrated acidity and a clean finish. It’s a seriously good white that’s well worth its going rate.

2016 J Vineyards Pinot Noir ~ $17
(California) Winemaker's Notes: Aromatic notes of exotic spice, cherry preserves and black tea. The palate is plush, jammy and ripe with flavors of spicy black pepper, cola and plum. Enjoy this wine with roasted leg of lamb with a balsamic-fig reduction or cranberry-glazed roast turkey breast with creamy mushroom risotto.

2014 B. Leighton "Gratitude" Red Blend ~ $41
(Yakima Valley) Winemaker's Notes: 70% Mourvedre, 25% Grenache + 5% Syrah. Chalk and earth with beautiful notes of raspberry and white pepper. Iron and dried herbs complete this wine. It continues to leave an impression long after you've finished the bottle. ~ Review by Wine Enthusiast (94 points): It opens with achingly pure red currant, cranberry, black pepper, blue fruit, orange peel and dried herb aromas that completely captivate the senses. The palate shows a hypnotic sense of purity along with a sense of elegance that is dazzling. Smoked meat flavors linger on the long finish.

2014 Bokisch Graciano ~ $19
(Lodi) 100% Graciano. Winemaker's Notes: Aromas of blueberries and blackberries combine with the earthiness of a forest floor and end with hints of cinnamon and blackberry syrup. Bold, juicy flavors of blackberry jam, blueberry pie and fruit roll-up with natural acidity adding great balance to the silky smooth flavors and the long finish. There is a reason this is one of our favorite varieties and an essential component of the best Spanish Riojas.

Giola Luisa Limoncello
(Italy) Limoncello must be produced from lemons grown in Amalfi region to be a genuine Limoncello. Giola Luisa is the original Limoncello from Sorrento and only uses fruit from their exclusive private local orchards. From within the citrus skins grown in the Sorrento region the natural bouquet and refreshing feel of the fruit is discovered. These thick, effervescent rinds are alive with flavor and aroma, which will awaken your senses. The rich smooth lingering flavor and bright fruit taste promises to deliver an epicurean delight to any beverage or food recipe.

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