Decadently Darioush

Darioush Khaledi offers us the classic American success story. An immigrant who traveled to the United States with few resources in the 1970s, Darioush made his fortune with decades of hard work and perseverance. The fruition of Darioush's efforts culminates in his winery that offers wine of pristine craftsmanship and intense flavors.

We are pleased to announce the summer release of Darioush's Signature Collection of wines with a wine lunch & dinner series offering these wines and featuring Darioush Khaledi, Founder and Proprietor for the Saturday evening dinner.

Below is the weekend's schedule of events and the wines being offered for each:

Friday, August 27, 7pm Wine Dinner, 4 courses and 6 wines for $79


2009 Viognier: Pure heaven in a bottle.

2008 Chardonnay: The quintessential CA Chard with intense texture and fruit.

2006 Merlot: Savory lavender, cinnamon stick, ripe cherry and cacao

2007 Shiraz: Enticing aromas of cassis, pomegranate and orange zest with a wealth of dark fruits and spices.

2006 Cabernet Sauvignon : Supple and focused; black currants, blueberries and espresso

2007 Cabernet Sauvignon:
*Be the first to try the national release of the much anticipated 2007 DARIOUSH CAB!*
We are the first location to receive this prized wine from the outstanding 2007 vintage.


Saturday, August 28, Caravan vs. Darioush,
$35 for Wine Tasting, an additional $12.50 to tasters for featured lunch entrees Lunch reservations being taken from 11:30am-1:45pm

2009 Viognier: Pure heaven in a bottle.

2008 Chardonnay: The quintessential CA Chard with intense texture and fruit.

2006 Merlot: Savory lavender, cinnamon stick, ripe cherry and cacao

2006 Cabernet Franc: Bright bluberries, black cherries, plum and bittersweet chocolate

2006 Cabernet Sauvignon : Supple and focused; black currants, blueberries and espresso

2007 Caravan, Cabernet Sauvignon: Brimming with sweet black fruits, cherry cola, French roasted coffee and chocolate

Saturday, August 28, Wine Dinner with Darioush Khaledi, SOLD OUT

2009 Viognier: Pure heaven in a bottle.

2008 Chardonnay: The quintessential CA Chard with intense texture and fruit.

2007 Shiraz: Enticing aromas of cassis, pomegranate and orange zest with a wealth of dark fruits and spices.

2007 Cabernet Sauvignon:
*Be the first to try the national release of the much anticipated 2007 DARIOUSH CAB!*
We are the first location to receive this prized wine from the outstanding 2007 vintage.

2006 Darius II Cabernet Sauvignon (only available to dinner guests):
This is Darioush's flagship wine and the embodiment of his winery.

2006 Shahpar Dessert Wine (only available to dinner guests):
Fashioned in the deliciously decadent style Bordeaux dessert wine this "secret" release is named after his wife.

For reservations or wine inquiries, please call: (858)450-9557

Celebrating Bastille Day Brasserie Style

"In victory, you deserve Champagne,
in defeat, you need it" Napoleon

On July 14 the French will be celebrating victory and independence on Bastille Day much like we in the United States celebrate ours on the 4th of July.

So, one might inquire, what is Bastille Day?
Bastille Day is a French celebration of the storming of the Bastille, a prison in Paris in 1789. This is seen as the day that celebrates the beginning of a new form of government. A government where there are no more kings and queens and the people themselves rule and make their own decisions.

Come toast victory with us as we celebrate Bastille Day all week, July 13-17 with a fantastically French 3 course menu:

Amuse
Salmon Canapé

First
Frog Leg Lyon

or

Onion tart

Second
Niçoise Salad

or

Arugula Salad Black and Bleu

or

French Onion

or

Leek and Fennel Vichyssoise

Intermezzo
Charged Blood Orange Jus

Third
Lamb or Venison Rack with Lemon Gremolata accompanied by Mint or Goose Berry Jus, Wild Mushroom Risotto and Braised Swiss Chard

or

Halibut En Papiotte accompanied by Roasted Fingerling, wilted Spinach and Pancetta Lardon

or

Center Cut New York with Cabernet Reduction accompanied by Lemon Basil Mash, Braised Brussel Sprouts

or

Duck Confit with Cherry Reduction accompanied by Brown Butter Almond Risotto, Heirloom Baby Carrot

Vegetarian option available upon request

$35pp++

Champagne & Fantastic French Wine Flights Available