Big Bad Bordeauxs - Flower Mound, Texas

Friday, October 5, 2012 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Flower Mound, Texas

WineStyles Flower Mound
6100 Long Prairie Road, Suite 400
Flower Mound, Texas 75028
972-874-9315

With so much history under its belt, it's no wonder that Bordeaux has figured out the recipe to producing amazing wines. Centuries of making (and drinking) wine has led them to becoming the world’s major wine capital. Join us in tasting some of what Bordeaux has to offer today! Free Wine Tasting!

Cost: Free

For more information, click here to visit their website.

CrossRoads Winery Wine & Live Music Friday - Frisco, Texas

Friday, October 5, 2012 from 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Frisco, Texas

CrossRoads Winery
15222 King Rd.
Frisco, Texas 75034
972-294-4144

CrossRoads Winery is a "grape to glass" winery in northwest Frisco.  We currently feature 1 wines on our menu and great music every Friday night that starts around 7:30pm.  Happy hour starts at 5:00 and we close at 11pm.

This Friday’s feature: Open  Mic Night!
Reservations@CRwineryFrisco.com  Must be 21 or older.

We are also open Saturday and Sunday for tastings from 1-6pm.

Check out our website for directions and loads of more information and Special Events. www.CRwineryFrisco.com

Cost: No cover

Wine and Jazz - Garland, Texas

Friday, October 5, 2012 from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Garland, Texas

D'vine Wine at Firewheel
426 Town Center Blvd
Garland, Texas 75040
972-530-3735

Mark McKenzie Quartet will entertain you with an evening of jazz standards.  Come relax with friends and wine.

Cost: glass of wine 6.95 and up with 2 glass minimum/bottles 14.99 and up

For more information, click here to visit their website.

Zin-tastic Wine Tasting - Dallas, Texas

Friday, October 5, 2012 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dallas, Texas

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse
10477 Lombardy Lane
Dallas, Texas 75220
214-366-2000

It's our Zin-Tastic Wine Tasting! Join us as we experience California's Big Bold Red!! For reservations call 214.366.2000 or visit pappasbrosdallas.com.

Cost: $55 per guest

Complimentary Wine Tasting at The Wine Cellar at Bee Cave - Bee Cave, Texas

Friday, October 5, 2012 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bee Cave, Texas

The Wine Cellar at Bee Cave
12101 Bee Caves Road, #5D
Bee Cave, Texas 78738
512-263-7369

We're sure that you'd agree - a glass of wine is always more satisfying after a hard day's work. So, what better way to celebrate a winemaker's busiest and most stressful time of year than a complimentary tasting! Stop by to toast in the hopes of a successful Harvest Season.

Join us to swirl and sip a variety of varietals known to please from year to year. One of which being Quinta do Espirito Santo 2010 - a powerhouse red crafted by star winemaker Jose Neiva who's 'better than anyone in Portugal at delivering ripe, New World style flavors from traditional grapes' according to Master of Wine Tim Evans.

Will any 2012 grape stand up to past favorites and become the next finest vintage?

Cost: Free

For more information, click here to visit their website.

$40 Texas Wine Month 3-Course Wine Paired Lunches - Marble Falls, Texas

Friday, October 5, 2012 - Sunday, October 7, 2012 from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Marble Falls, Texas

Flat Creek Estate Vineyard & Winery
24912 Singleton Bend East
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
512-267-6310

You’re invited to Flat Creek Estate, voted one of the “50 Most Amazing Places to Taste Wine in America” by Food and Wine Magazine, to indulge in amazing food and exceptional wine.  In honor of Texas Wine Month Chef Sean Fulford has designed an exquisite 3-course menu for your enjoyment at the astonishing price of $40/person.  Your gourmet lunch will be paired with three “Quality Texas Wines” from Flat Creek Estate and served in our Tuscan style dining room overlooking the vineyard.  Reservations Required:  512-267-6310 .

Escargots à la Bourguignonne
Tarragon Herb Butter, Meyer Lemon and Grilled Focaccia
Paired with Pinot Grigio 2011
or
Axis Venison Pate
Carmelized Cipollini Onions, Cherry Tomato Confit,  Lemon Parsley Oil and Gruyere Gougères
Paired with Syrah 2009
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Green Spiced Quail
Wild Mushrooms, Crispy Lardo, Sautéed Spinach and  Veal Demi Glace with Vegetable Risotto
Paired with Viognier 2010
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Crepes
Cinnamon Mascarpone Cheese, Warm Cranberry Compote,Candied Walnuts and Orange Zest
Paired with Muscato D’Arancia

Cost: $40/person

For more information, click here to visit their website.

Free Califiorna wine tasting with appetizers at Amore Ristorante - El Paso, Texas

Thursday, October 4, 2012 - Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
El Paso, Texas

Amore Ristorante Pizzeria
5222 Doniphan Dr
El Paso, Texas 79912
915-584-2232

Introducing the Cal-Italia wines of Villa Toscano

A Free wine tasting with free appetizers

Dinner specials available this evening. 2 for $20 (any two entrees for $20)
Highly Discounted Prices on wines by the glass, or by the bottle, or bottles for Take Home          

Thursday, 4 October from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Amore Ristorante Pizzeria
5222 Doniphan
For reservations call 915-584-2232

For more information, click here to visit their website.

Oktoberfest Menu of the Season at Bistro Le Cep - Houston, Texas

Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Houston, Texas

Bistro Le Cep
11112 Westheimer Road @ Wilcrest
Houston, Texas 77042
713-899-2976

Four Course Oktoberfest Dinner of the Season

 

Choice of:

 

Stuffed Tomato with Seafood

or

Soup of the Day

 

****

 

Bavarian Vegetable and Cucumber Salad

 

****

 

Choice of:

 

Grilled Pork Tenderloin and Bratwurst Combo
Red Cabbage and Buttered Spätzle

or

Grilled Salmon Steak with Herb Butter
Dill Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables

 

****

 

Choice of:

 

Selected Cheeses with Crusty Bread

or

Freshly Baked Apple Crumb Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream

 

****

 

Coffee or Tea 

 

Cost: $25.95 plus tax and gratuity

For more information, click here to visit their website.

Waterstone Wine Tasting With Brent Shortridge - Houston, Texas

Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Houston, Texas

Cellar 17 Wine Bar
6608 FM 1960 W, Suite C
Houston, Texas 77069
281-893-6400

We are pleased to welcome Brent Shortridge, Co-Owner of Waterstone.

A collaboration between winemaker Philip Zorn and Brent Shortridge, Waterstone Winery was founded in 2000 when the two men discovered a shared interest in creating luxury wines at affordable prices.

"Waterstone is quickly becoming known for producing top-quality Napa Valley wines that delight the palate."

By sourcing grapes from Napa Valley's climatic zones that best suit their development, Waterstone produces balanced wines that are earnest expressions of both the grape and the land from which it comes.

Featured Wines from Waterstone

2010 Pinot Gris, Napa
2011 Chardonnay, Carneros
2008 Pinot Noir, Carneros
2009 Merlot, Napa
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa
2007 Red Blend, Study in Blue

Cost: $10/person. As always, your tasting is free with the purchase of two bottles of any of the featured wines. Tax and Gratuity not included.

For more information, click here to visit their website.

Opus One Wine Dinner - Houston, Texas

Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Houston, Texas

Perry's Steakhouse and Grille Memorial City
9827 Katy Freeway
Houston, Texas 77024
832-358-9000

Opus One
Memorial
Thursday October 4th, 7:00 p.m. 

Please join us as we welcome Karen d’Amour from Opus One for an elegant evening of food and wine celebrating the release of the 2009 vintage of Opus One.  Karen will share stories from this iconic winery as we enjoy the following menu crafted specifically to pair with their incredible wines.

Reception
Tuna tartare on taro root crisp
Vegetable terrine
Paired with Delamotte Champagne, Mésnil sur Oger, Champagne, France

 

1st Course
Prosciutto wrapped sea bass with blackberry demi glaze with micro greens and rose petals
Paired with 2006 Opus One, Napa Valley

2nd Course
Quiche with leeks, bacon and Gruyère finished with wild mushrooms and arugula
Paired with 2007 Opus One, Napa Valley

Intermezzo
Elderflower 75 Sorbet

3rd Course
Kurobuta pork with sweet potato puree and caramelized Brussels sprouts
Paired with 2008 Opus One, Napa Valley

4th Course
Wagu New York strip with beurre fondue poached lobster over sautéed haricot vert
Paired with 2009 Opus One, Napa Valley

5th Course
Chocolate beignets with coffee crème brulée
Paired with 2009 Opus One, Napa Valley

$250 per person plus tax and gratuity
Seating is limited for this event
Please call 832-358-9000 today for reservations.

For more information, click here to visit their website.

Brennan's Domaine Serene Wine Dinner - Houston, Texas

Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Houston, Texas

Brennan's of Houston
3300 Smith Street
Houston, Texas 77006
713-522-9711

Domaine Serene Wine Dinner
Reception

2010 Evenstad Reserve Chardonnay



Matagorda Bay Oyster Stew

Brennan's pecan smoked bacon, Hilder Farm Purple Majesty potatoes, roasted artichokes, melted leeks, oyster crackers and vermouth cream

2006 Clos du Soleil Chardonnay
2009 Clos du Soleil Chardonnay



Rabbit & Mushroom Fricassee Ravioli

King oyster mushrooms, Hill Country pumpkin, caramelized pearl onions, swiss chard, crispy parsnip chips and smoked rabbit broth

2004 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir

2008 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir



Island Spiced Lobster & Caviar

Lolla rosa greens, hearts of palm, Alligator pear, cayenne spiced pistachios, dragonfruit, sugar plums, Mount Gay rum and petrossian caviar

2010 Coeur Blanc Pinot Noir



Duck Leg Coq au Vin

Duck tasso & chevre grits, baby mustard greens, pomegranate glazed shallots, sunny side up quail egg, duck cracklin and duck jerky Marchand de Vin

2009 Winery Hill Pinot Noir



Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch

Broken Arrow Ranch venison & antelope burger on pretzel bun, rattlesnake chili, bleu cheese onion rings, sazarac steak sauce and bone marrow aioli

2009 Grand Cheval



Apple Pie Baked Alaska

Creole cream cheese, hard cider and praline ice creams with granny smith, fuji & gala apples flamed with Calvados

Cost: $199 (plus tax & tip)

For more information, click here to visit their website.

Eight Dollar Flight Night: Bordeaux Reds - Fort Worth, Texas

Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fort Worth, Texas

Grand Cru
5500 Overton Ridge Blvd, Suite 222
Fort Worth, Texas 76132
817-361-9999

This Week:
Bordeaux

Each Thursday 5-9pm, we feature a different flight of wines (2-oz pour of each) for the special price of only $8. Themes change weekly.

This week's flight features reds from Bordeaux, France.

2009 B de Loudenne

2006 Ch Larose-Trintaudon, Haut Medoc

2009 Baugier Montagne Saint-Emilion

Also lots of other reds & whites by the taste, glass or bottle!

Cost: $8

For more information, click here to visit their website.

$5 Z Tequila Cocktails with Marcela Zevada and Nico Ponce - Flower Mound, Texas

Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Flower Mound, Texas

Decanter Restaurant and Wine Bar
420 Parker Square
Flower Mound, Texas 75208
972-899-1045

What: Cocktails with Z Tequila
When: October 4th, 6-8pm
Where: Decanter Restaurant and Wine Bar
Presented by: Nico Ponce
Hosted by: Marcela Zevada

Cost: $5 cocktails

For more information, click here to visit their website.