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July 2, 2020Commanderie de Bordeaux in Auckland - "Grand Crus" de Bordeaux Evening
A message from, Benoit Marcenac, the Maître of the Commanderie de Bordeaux in Auckland about an upcoming event
Dear Bordeaux wine lovers,
To celebrate the end of the lockdown, together with our hosts Chris Upton and Amanda Mason of the iconic O’Connell Street Bistro, we have concocted for the ultimate explosion of senses around the “Grand Cru” theme.
When : Thursday 2nd July 2020
Venue : O’Connell Street Bistro, 3 O’Connell Street, Auckland CBD
Time : 6.30pm
To showcase our selection of exceptional Bordeaux Grand Cru Wines, including our special duel from both Rives which will be served with the main, acclaimed Chef Mark Southern has designed a grandiose and unique menu which will transport us into the heart of the French South West terroir.
Château Coutet Barsac 1er Grand Cru Classé 2015
Canapés : Roquefort gougères with truffle honey, duck liver parfait and cherry on toasted brioche, peppered seared tuna
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Château Olivier Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé 2014
Butter poached scampi, cauliflower purée, black pudding and Granny Smith apple
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Château Angélus St Émilion 1er Grand Cru Classé 2002
Château Lynch Bages Pauillac Grand Cru Classé 2002
Eye fillet of beef with bone marrow crust, veal and mushrooms ragout, pancetta and cavolo nero
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Delors Armagnac 2002
Bitter chocolate marquise, macerated prunes, salted caramel, chocolate crisps and prune and Armagnac ice cream
