5-Course Dinner:
Wines of Portugal

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 | 6:00 pm
NAPA Kitchen & Bar WESTERVILLE
$125 per guest | tax and gratuity included

Portugal is home to over 250 native wine varieties, more than any other country on earth. The tradition of winemaking in Portugal runs deep with distinctive regions and a climate with enough variation to bring forth a world of choices. We’ll explore five wines with our guide Naama Laufer from NLC Wines.

A beautiful, 5-course menu reflective of the region will be paired with this adventurous collection of Portuguese wines.

Welcome Wine

Sidónio de Sousa Brut Nature
Fresh, aromatic and elegant with flavors or pear, lemon and herbs. Smooth, delicate bubbles are lifted by a refreshing acidity and lively concentrated flavors

First Course

Quinta da Mariposa White
Bright, citrusy with a surprisingly elegant texture. A blend of three of the region’s dominant grapes, the wine brings to life white magnolia notes with honeysuckle and lime
PAIRING: Summer Salad
Mixed greens, honey-glazed peaches, grape tomatoes, toasted pistachio, pickled red onion, fresh basil, goat cheese, citrus vinaigrette

Second Course

Conta-Me Vinho Verde Rosado
This blend of the driest red grapes of the region has a rhubarb meets grapefruit nose, with passionfruit on the palate and a dry finish, a bit of spritz and a lot of acidity
PAIRING: Shrimp Ceviche
Jalapeno, red onion, tomato, pineapple, cilantro, fresh citrus, house corn chips

Third Course

Quinta de Lemos Dona Santana 
Bright, expressive notes of black cherries laced with tobacco, chocolate and tea leaves
PAIRING: Braised Short Ribs
Red wine braised short ribs, celery root puree, demi-glace, frizzled leeks

Fourth Course

Sidonio de Sousa Vinho D’Autor
Smooth tannins, beautifully earthly, filled with dark deep cherried fruit with a hint of herbs.
PAIRING: Lamb Chops
Balsamic honey marinated grilled lamb chops, couscous salad with toasted pine nuts, golden raisins, wilted arugula, fresh lemon, tomato and feta, mint gremolata

Dessert

Rustic Strawberry Shortcake
Cornmeal biscuits, macerated strawberries, fresh whipped cream, vanilla bean strawberry sauce, powdered sugar