We first encountered Byron Kosuge's pinot noir a few years back. We were entranced then, and we've been entranced by every vintage since. Byron's late father grew up on a farm in Colorado before moving to California to become a university Biochemist. He grew up in Davis, California. The first fifteen years of his winemaking career were spent making his mark, as winemaker at Saintsbury in Carneros.
After leaving Saintsbury in 2001, he has really come into his own and makes world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, both for himself and as a consultant for others.
In his own words: "I could never be a “rock star” winemaker... I’m most comfortable knocking around in the vineyard or the cellar, trying to improve my craft, and turning out modest amounts of interesting, expressive, and, hopefully, memorable wine. The kind of wine I want to drink myself."
We disagree. Come hear the music.
Byron Kosuge will be at Stage Left Friday May 17 to host a dinner with his wines and our great food.
Won't you join us?
For reservations call 732-828-4444 or email [email protected]
Hors d'Oeuvres
Cocktail
Fresh Gulf Shrimp
Anson Mills Antebellum Grits
Chardonnay
2011; Sonoma Coast
Rabbit Cacciatore Ravioli
Spring Vegetables, Red Wine & Morels
Pinot
Noir 'The Shop' 2010; Carneros
Pinot Noir 'The Habitat' 2010; Sonoma Coast
Wagyu Flatiron Steak
Cannellini Beans & Broccoli Rape
Pinot
Noir, 'Hirsch Vyd' 2011, Sonoma Coast
Pinot Noir Library Selection
Cherry and Clafouti
Buttermilk Ice Cream
Coffee
Call 732-828-4444. $129.00
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