The Best of Californian Pinot Noir
Au Bon Climat, Drew Family , Patz and Hall , Saintsbury
‘Very few places on the planet capable of producing quality Pinot Noir have been discovered. Even fewer have demonstrated the ability to realize the promise of Burgundy's great red grape: in a single wine to express the dualities of power and grace, of the earthly and the ethereal, to delight in youth and become profound with age. The west coast of America, whose character is itself formed by the tension between frigid oceanic air and bright northern sunshine, has proven itself such a place. And the discovery of its finest terroirs has truly only just begun.’ Jordan Mackay
The society is pleased to announce that it will be hosting no less than 4 of the finest Californian pinot noir producers together in one memorable dinner. Jim Clendenen of Au Bon Climat, Jason Drew of Drew Family, James Hall of Patz & Hall and David Graves of Saintsbury will present the best of their latest vintage over a carefully crafted dinner at Taste Paradise at Ion Orchard. In addition, Jordan Mackay the James-Bear-award-winning wine and spirits writer for San Francisco Magazine will be in attendance to chronicle this unique event.
We are grateful to Water and Wine for making this very special event possible.
Au Bon Climat
Jim Clendenen graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara, with High Honors in Pre-Law in 1976. In 1982, Clendenen decided, after 3 years as Assistant Winemaker at Zaca Mesa Winery, to start his own winery in leased quarters. Au Bon Climat (which means “a well exposed vineyard”) has cultivated an international reputation for its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. The winery sources fruit from several of the most highly regarded vineyards in the Central Coast. These include Clendenen’s own Le Bon Climat Vineyard and the legendary Bien Nacido Vineyard, both in Santa Maria Valley. Jim Clendenen, “the Mind Behind” Au Bon Climat, is recognized worldwide for his classically styled wines.
Jason Drew of Drew Family Cellars
Drew Family Cellars
Winemaker Jason Drew of Drew Family Cellars continues his quest toward the ultimate expression of far coastal Pinot Noir & Syrah in California's northern coastal ranges. He and wife Molly started Drew Family Cellars in 2000 and see their approach to winemaking as a return to a tradition of wines made by hand and in small lots using traditional methods including: hand punch downs, native fermentations, gravity racking and minimal intervention. Their winery sits atop a ridge overlooking Anderson Valley to the east and the Pacific Ocean 3 miles to the west in the Mendocino Ridge AVA.
Jordon Mackay
James Hall of Patz & Hall
Patz & Hall
Founded in 1988, Patz & Hall winery combines the shared vision and collective expertise of four friends – Donald Patz, Anne Moses, Heather Patz and James Hall. James, the son of an English professor, who was also a wine enthusiast, developed an early appreciation for fine wine during travels with his family to Europe in the late 1960s. For two decades, he has guided the Patz & Hall winemaking program, instilling it with his own boldness, imagination and trademark perfectionism. Building on this foundation, Patz & Hall has created an acclaimed portfolio of wines using fruit from exceptional family-owned vineyards in the Napa Valley, Russian River Valley, Mendocino County, Sonoma Coast and Santa Lucia Highlands.
David Graves of Saintsbury
Saintsbury
Since 1981 Saintsbury has been committed to demonstrating that world-class Pinot Noir is a California mainstay. The winery was founded by winemakers David Graves and Dick Ward who believe innovation and a critical look at vineyard, terroir and winemaking are the best route to quality. Today they continue to pursue that “philosophy of investigation” that has helped make Saintsbury one of America’s foremost Pinot Noir producers.
Best regards
Joyce Chang
President, IWFS of Singapore
The Society proudly presents ….
The Best of Californian Pinot Noir
Date: November 15 2011 (Tuesday)
Venue: Taste Paradise@ Ion
Address: #04-07 Ion Orchard
Time: 7:30 pm (Aperitif Reception), 8:00 pm (Dinner)
Price: Member (S$140) Guests (S$160)
Dress Code: Business Attire
Menu Selection:
*For non-meat & vegetarian options, a special menu can be arranged upon request.
Aperitif
2009 Chardonnay, Patz and Hall, Zio Tony Ranch, Russian River
蟹肉沙律伴明月
Combination of Crab Meat Salad and Stuffed Scallop with Squids in Thai Style
2007 Chardonnay, Saintsbury, Brown Ranch, Carneros
羊肚菌炖鸡汤
Double-boiled Morel Mushroom Soup with Chicken
上海小笼包，汤包鹅肝传奇
Steamed Shanghai Pork Dumpling,
Steamed Shanghai Pork Dumpling with Foie Gras
2007 Pinot Noir, Saintsbury, Brown Ranch, Carneros
北京片皮鸭
Roasted Peking Duck
2007 Pinot Noir, Au Bon Climat, Knox Alexander, Santa Maria Valley
2007 Pinot Noir, Au Bon Climat, Isabelle, California
脆皮烧鸡，蜜汁叉烧皇拼芝士烟肉卷
Combination of Crispy Roasted Chicken, Barbequed Honey Pork
and Cheesy Bacon Roll
2009 Pinot Noir, Drew Family, Morning Dew, Anderson Valley
2009 Pinot Noir, Drew Family, Weir Vineyards, Yorkville Highlands
（二度）玉叶片鸭菘
Sautéed Minced Duck Meat served on Lettuce
(2nd Preparation of Peking Duck)
2008 Pinot Noir, Patz and Hall, Hyde Vineyard, Carneros
2008 Pinot Noir, Patz and Hall, Pisoni Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands
黑椒牛柳粒手拉面
Wok-fried Ramen with Diced Beef in Black Pepper Sauce
| 椰香南瓜露 |
Chilled Pumpkin Puree with Coconut Milk
Wine Selection:
Patz & Hall 2009 Chardonnay, Zio Tony Ranch, Russian River Valley (ST 93)
Saintsbury 2007 Chardonnay, Brown Ranch, Carneros (WA 89)
Saintsbury 2007 Pinot Noir, Brown Estate, Carneros (BH 90)
Au Bon Climat 2007 Pinot Noir, Knox Alexander, Santa Maria Valley (ST 90)
Au Bon Climat 2007 Pinot Noir, Isabelle, California (ST 92)
Drew Family 2009 Pinot Noir Morning Dew, Anderson Valley (ST 92)
Drew Family 2009 Pinot Noir, Weir Vineyards, Yorkville Highlands (ST 91)
Patz & Hall 2008 Pinot Noir, Hyde Vineyard, Carneros (ST 93)
Patz & Hall 2008 Pinot Noir, Pisoni Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands (ST 91)
Limited to 40 pax
Bookings and reservations: Please email: C T Chen at ctchen@acieslaw.com for reservations.
PLEASE NOTE: Reservations WILL NOT be considered confirmed unless the Booking Form together with Payment
is received by 8th November 2011.
