Del Friscos Restaurant, Winter Park, Fl.

On Monday night we discovered that Del Frisco's Restaurant was having its first ever wine tasting event. Their Sommelier or Wine Steward, Dan Colgan, was sitting at our table at Journeys Restaurant's 4th Birthday Bash and mentioned that to us.

But then he said that the wines being featured would be by Freemark Abbey. Well in an instant I became interested and got the details and made reservations for the two of us. Freemark Abbey was the first Chardonnay I found to be a favorite. It was the first time I ever became interested in a particular Vineyard or producer of wines. Through the years I have pursued the Freemark Abbey Chardonnay and have always enjoyed it.

This is not a wine that is made for the masses. With its very limited production, it is difficult to find on the shelf at most liquor stores. Only a few enlightened souls at small liquor stores seem to carry it more often than not.

We had been to Del Frisco's last year to celebrate Ken's birthday, so we were familiar with their reputation for good service and great steaks.

The first course was the crab cake which was delicious and was accompanied by the Fremark Abbey Viognier. Great pairing. The Viognier is slightly sweet which was excellent with the crab.
The second course was the Salmon served with the Freemark Abbey Chardonnay.The salmon and the wine were both great.
The third course was the petite fillet mignon accompanied with the Freemark Abbey Merlot. The fillet was tender and delicious. The wine was great.
The Fourth course was the New York Strip Steak served with new potatoes and asparagus accompanied by the Fremark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon.
For dessert they served a simple cheese cake that was delicious.
The wine tasting was great.
Del Frisco's may not be a gourmet restaurant, but the food they serve is excellent both in quality and taste.
Ken and Len give Del Frisco's First Wine Tasting Dinner 4-FORKS
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