“Spanish Classics” - Tuesday 23 October 2007
Like tapas, cheese is a popular snack in Spain, enjoyed with a chunk of bread and a glass of wine. Gather your amigos and discover some great and ancient cheese-making traditions, paired with equally fascinating wines, some dating back to Roman times. Ole!
Wines
2005 Castro Martin Albarino, Salnes Valley, Rias Baixas
2006 Cillar de Silos El Quintanal Joven (Tempranillo), Ribera del Duero
2003 Bodegas Roda Roda Reserva (Tempranillo/Garnacha/ Graciano blend) la rioja alta, Rioja
Emilio Lustau Solera Reserva Pedro Ximenez San Emilio (Sherry), Jerez
Cheeses
Queso Garrotxa (semi-hard, goat’s milk), Catalonia
Queso Iberico (semi-hard, mixed cow/ewe/goat milk), Central Spain
Queso Mahon (hard, cow’s milk), Menorca
Queso Valdeon (blue, mixed cow/goat milk), Leon
With 2002 Segura Viudas Brut Vintage Cava (sparkling) on arrival.
Wines and cheeses are served with bread and membrillo (Spanish quince paste). The presentation from our Sommelier, Sue Guest, and Fromager, Antonia Gilroy, includes informative placemats with tasting notes.
Date: Tuesday 23rd October 2007
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Place: GPO Cheese & Wine, No. 1 Martin Place, Sydney
Cost: $60 per person
Bookings: 9229 7701 or tastings@gposydney.com
