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New Zealand Wine Dinner

  • Echelon Wine Bar 32 South King Street Leesburg, VA, 20175 United States (map)

New Zealand cuisine was heavily influenced by the early British settlers, but it’s evolved over the years as the island has became more culturally diverse. The traditional Kiwi dinner used to be homemade roast lamb with gravy, roast potatoes and other vegetables.

These days New Zealand food goes way beyond fish and chips or ‘meat and three veg’ – they have developed a distinct Pacific Rim cuisine that draws on local produce and multicultural heritage.

Dinner includes four-course pairing brought to you by our Executive Chef, Christian Evans, with four wines selected by our Sommelier, Aimee Henkle, from the region. Please note: 21 and older only. Pre-paid reservations. Pricing includes wine & food. 20% gratuity is applied.

Click Here to Make a Reservation - $125 per person
Note: Pricing includes food & wine pairing. 20% gratuity added to all parties

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WELCOME
Nautilus Cuvée Brut N/V, Marlborough

FIRST COURSE
Cream of Watercress Soup
Peppered Parmesan Crunch, Smoked Mussels
Paired with Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Marlborough

SECOND COURSE
Lamb Pie
Spinach, Carrots, Rosemary, "Gravy"
Paired with Two Paddocks Pinot Noir 2020, Central Otago

INTERMISSION
Vandal Gonzo Combat Rouge 2021, Marlborough

THIRD COURSE
Pan Seared Salmon
Frisée Salad, Heirloom Tomatoes, Lemon Basil Vinaigrette
Paired with Villa Maria Keltern Chardonnay 2021, Hawke's Bay

FOURTH COURSE
Summer Fruit Pavlova
Crisp Meringue, Chantilly Cream/, Local honey, Mint
Paired with McBride Sisters Sparkling Brut N/V, Hawke's Bay

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