Save the Date! Opolo Wine Dinner at Lemon Tree Grocer

Mark Thursday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. on your calendar and join us for a fantastic four-course dinner and wine pairings from Opolo Vineyards. $65 per person. RSVP at (630) 969-9869.Tapping into the unique character and diversity of the Paso Robles wine appellationsince 1999, Opolo has produced award winning full-flavored, yet approachable, wines. Nearly all of Opolo wines are made from grapes grown by the winery. Their white wines showcase the very best the Paso Robles region has to offer, but they are known for their reds. Opolo concentrates on big, complex, fruit forward wines that sell out every year.

Reception-

Wine- Opolo Nv SparklingFood Pairing- Fresh Hamachi Crudo/ Jalapeno/Lemon/ Spoonbill Caviar/Micro Cilantro/ Ponzu

First Course-

Wine- Opolo 2007 Chardonnay

Food Pairing- Crisp Watermelon and Feta Salad/Easter Radish/ Shaved Red Onion/Micro Basil/ Lemon Dressing

Second Course-

Wine- Opolo 2006 Grenache

Food Pairing- Cola Braised Berkshire Pork Ribs/ Bbq Baked Heirloom Beans/ Celery Root And Apple Slaw/ Micro Celery

Third Course-

Wine- Opolo 2005 Petite Verdot

Food Pairing- Duo Of Duck- Crispy Confit Leg And Grilled Breast Of Long Island Duck/ Warm Yukon Gold and Black Truffle "Potato Salad" With Squash Blossoms/Wilted Pea Tendrils/ Caramelized Manadrin Supremes/ Orange Demi Glaze

Fourth Course-

Wine- Opolo 2008 Late Harvest Zinfandel

Food Pairing- LTG's Luscious Lemon Tart/ Toasted Italian Meringue/ Mint