Legal Sea Foods’ Craggy Range Wine Dinner

On June 14, Legal Sea Foods in Park Square will host a wine dinner with selections from Craggy Range (Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand). Craggy Range Winery was established in 1997 when Australian businessman Terry Peabody visited New Zealand and was introduced to Master of Wine, Steve Smith. Terry, who had promised his family an enduring family wine legacy, sensed a new and exciting possibility in New Zealand with its exceptional climate and the spirit of the people. Together with Steve Smith, the men pursued the Single Vineyard Philosophy of winemaking (to select and source the best land and vineyards in the country, and to plant the vines perfectly suited to that terroir) and made Craggy Range the first in the Southern Hemisphere to adopt such an approach from multiple regions of the country. Under their leadership and guidance, Craggy Range has become one of the most technically advanced wineries ever built in New Zealand and is renowned for its uncompromising standards and meticulous craftsmanship.

Legal Sea Foods will team up with Craggy Range’s wine ambassador, Janet Pouchot, to host an exclusive four-plus-course dinner featuring signature cuisine paired with her selections from the Craggy Range vine. The menu will be presented as follows in Park Square’s 10,000 bottle wine cellar:

HORS D’OEUVRES

Pemaquid Oyster on the Half Shell, Champagne Mignonette

Georges Bank Sea Scallop Escabeche, Grilled Crostini

Marcona Almond Arancini, Honey Mustard Aioli

Craggy Range “Kidnappers Vineyard” Chardonnay, Hawke’s Bay, 2015

FIRST COURSE

Pan-Seared Icelandic Cod

watercress, baby arugula, orange segments, aged white wine balsamic vinaigrette

Craggy Range “Te Muna Road Vineyard” Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough, 2016

SECOND COURSE

Grilled Idaho Rainbow Trout

porcini mushrooms, Italian couscous salad, grilled artichoke relish

Craggy Range “Te Muna Road Vineyard” Pinot Noir, Martinborough, 2012

Craggy Range “Calvert Vineyard” Pinot Noir, Bannockburn- Central Otago, 2007

MAIN COURSE

Tuna Steak Au Poivre

white bean & bitter greens ragout, black truffle compound butter

Craggy Range “Te Kahu” Meritage Style Blend, Gimblett Gravels Vineyard, Hawke’s Bay, 2011

Craggy Range “Sophia” Meritage Style Blend, Gimblett Gravels Vineyard, Hawke’s Bay, 2013

CHEESE COURSE

Vermont Aged Gouda, California Aged Cheddar, France Brillat-Savarin

mixed Mediterranean olives, honeycomb, toasted baguette

Craggy Range “Le Sol” Syrah, Gimblett Gravels Vineyard, Hawke’s Bay, 2013

WHERE: Legal Sea Foods - Park Square Wine Cellar

26 Park Plaza

Boston, MA 02116

WHEN: Wednesday, June 14, at 6:30pm

COST: $110 per person (excludes tax & gratuity)

MORE INFO: Reservation required by calling 617.530.9397 or emailing wineevents@legalseafoods.com.

ABOUT LEGAL SEA FOODS:

Legal Sea Foods was founded more than 60 years ago by George Berkowitz when he opened a small fish market in Inman Square, Cambridge. Today, President and CEO Roger Berkowitz leads the company toward continued growth and diversification. With more than 30 restaurants up and down the East Coast, Legal Sea Foods has earned scores of honors and awards (its clam chowder has been served at every presidential inaugural since 1981) and proudly carries its well-earned reputation as the nation’s finest seafood restaurant. For more information about Legal Sea Foods and its locations, please visit www.legalseafoods.com. Follow Legal Sea Foods on Facebook and Twitter.