Doug Frost, Master Sommelier/Master of Wine
"Taste with a Master/Master"
Doug is one of only three people in the entire world to hold both coveted titles "Master Sommelier" and "Master of Wine". Learn the tasting secrets of one of the world's true experts. USA Today says Doug is likely the most knowledgeable person about wine in the world. He also makes the subject interesting and fun. Humor, insight and seven wines to taste in this Blind Tasting.
N9NE Steakhouse-Victory Park
11:00 a.m. Price: $40
Tasting Seminar 2
Charles Curtis, Master of Wine
"Prestige Champagnes"
Taste amazing bubbles from Champagne with Moët Hennessy USA's Director of Education. See stars with Master of Wine Charles Curtis. Only the finest pours. Very limited attendance.
Dom Pérignon 1999
Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin "La Grande Dame" 1998
Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs 1996
Krug Grande Cuvee
Moët & Chandon Nectar Rose
etóile Rose
NOVE Italiano Restaurant-Victory Park
11:00 a.m. Price: $75
Tasting Seminar 3
"Meet the Winemakers"
Stars of the Savor Dallas weekend will gather to compare notes, answer your questions and take you on a magical tasting of some of their favorite vintages. Moderator is Drew Hendricks, Dallas' newest Master Sommelier. Wine personalities participating:
Jim Collins, Wine Grower for Gallo Family Vineyards
Frei Brothers Reserve Russian River Valley Chardonnay, 2006
Frei Brothers Reserve Dry Creek Valley Merlot, 2005
Frei Brothers Reserve Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc, 2006 Randy Ullom, Winemaker for Kendall-Jackson Highland Estates
Kendall-Jackson "Camelot Highlands" Highland Estates
Chardonnay, 2005 Erinn Benziger, Benziger Family Estates Benziger Family Estates Sauvignon Blanc, 2006
Benziger Family Estates, Syrah, 2005 Chad Munsey, Sommelier, Foley Estates and Lincourt Vineyards Foley Estates Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay, 2005
Foley Estates Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir, 2006 Jerome Jeandin, Maison Taittinger Taittinger "La Francaise" Brut Champagne, NV
Taittinger "Nocturne" Champagne, NV
N9NE Steakhouse-Victory Park
1:30 p.m. Price: $40
Tasting Seminar 4
"Paso Robles: California's Rhone Zone"
Join the Rhone Rangers as they take you to the heart of Paso Robles terroir as it relates to their varietals and blends. From Roussanne and Viognier to the Big Three: Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre, these producers bring informative and delicious presentations to the table. Moderator: Diane Teitelbaum, wine writer.
Tablas Creek -Tommy Oldre:
2005 Tablas Creek Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc
Anglim Winery - Steve Anglim:
2005 Anglim Grenache
Vina Robles - Marc Laderriere:
2005 Vina Robles Syree
Robert Hall Winery - Don Brady:
2006 Robert Hall Rhone de Robles
L'Aventure Winery - Stephan Asseo:
2005 L'Aventure Côte a Côte
Victory Tavern Restaurant-Victory Park 1:30pm
Price: $40
Tasting Seminar 5
Doug Frost, Master Sommelier/Master of Wine
"Disgustingly Delightful: Desserts with Delectable Sherry"
Not your granny's Sherry anymore. This rich, fascinating and varied drink is prized by people (like Doug) with great palates who also have a weakness for decadent desserts. What a match! Try the combinations and find out why Sherry is one of the hottest beverages on the planet these days.
Osborne Pedro Ximénez 1827 Sherry Dry Jack Solera Especial
Domecq Vina 25 Domecq Amontillado 51
NOVE Italiano Restaurant-Victory Park
3:00 p.m. Price: $40
Tasting Seminar 6
Tony Abou-Ganim-The Modern Mixologist
"Stocking and Tending Your Own Bar"
The man who started the beverage program for the Bellagio is the go-to guy for the greatest cocktails on Earth. Tony will enlighten you about how to make your home bar “way cool” for you and your guests: from garnishes to bar tools to what spirits and mixers to stock. Learn new cocktail recipes that make you look good and that also taste good.
GhostBar-W Hotel Victory Park
3:00 p.m. Price: $40
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