Asia de Cuba at Clift Presents Winemaker Dinner September 30, 2009

Join Asia de Cuba for a special winemaker dinner hosted by Joy Sterling of Iron Horse Vineyards. Executive Chef Thomas Rhodes has prepared a special five course prix-fixe tasting menu paired perfectly with a selection of special wines from Iron Horse Vineyards, one of Sonoma County’s most prestigious family owned wineries. Guest will enjoy the renowned and innovative Asian-Latin menu, served in a stunning atmosphere of unabashed glamour. Asia de Cuba at Clift, the Philippe Starck-designed masterpiece, expertly combines understated elegance, theatrical ambiance and an irresistible sense of fun.

The menu and wine pairings are as follows:

 First Course
Tunapica - Tuna Tartare Picadillo Style, with Spanish Olives, Black Currants, Almonds, Coconut, Soy-Lime Vinaigrette and Wonton Crisps Iron Horse Wedding Cuvée

 Second Course
Asia de Cuba Calamari Salad with Crispy Calamari, Chayote, Hearts of Palm, Banana, Cashews and Sesame Orange Dressing
2004 Iron Horse Classic Vintage Brut

 Third Course
Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut with Ginger Garlic and Shrimp Dumpling, dressed with Lemon Beurre Blanc with Osetra Caviar
2005 Iron Horse Estate Chardonnay

 Fourth Course
Asian Spiced Lamb Chop with Edamame Puree, Liquid Ravioli and Micro Bulls Blood
2006 Iron Horse "Q" Estate Pinot Noir

 Dessert
Five Spice Flan - Traditional Cuban Flan infused with Chinese Five Spice with Orange Compote and a Florentine Cookie.
Iron Horse Russian Cuvée