Henri Magnien Burgundy Dinner
Wed, Jun 26
|VC King
The Henri Magnien wines stand out for their use of a distinctive Pinot Noir clone. Referred to affectionately as 'Pinot Noir Magnien,' this clone is notably old and exclusive to their Domaine. It yields an exceptionally intense Pinot expression, characterized by a distinct spicy note.
Time & Location
Jun 26, 2024, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. EDT
VC King, 224 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1K4, Canada
About the Event
About Henri Magnien
Domaine Henri Magnien has grown into one of the most prestigious properties in Gevrey-Chambertin, and if you aspire to drink the best, it’s a domaine you need to know. His wines are bulletproof investment opportunities for your collection, a one-stop master's degree in elite Côte de Nuits terroir, and most importantly, are devastatingly delicious. The domaine owns some prime sites in the north west of Gevrey, in an area called the Cote St Jacques, including holdings in Lavaux, Champeaux and also a great strip running the length of Cazetiers, known as the “Le Petit Chambertin” because it has the same combination of soil types.
Charles Magnien, a 12th generation winemaker, is one of the most thoughtful and energetic producers I have met; each year I visit the estate he greets us grinning ear to ear, waiting to show us the new improvements he has made. Blessed with old vines, he is able to do very little to the grapes, and extracts very gently to make powerful hedonistic wines with incredibly elegant tannins and vibrant freshness. His wines are soul touching to say the least, and importantly will show well throughout their long lives.
About Sam Fritz-Tate
Sam is one of Toronto’s best known and most loved Sommeliers. Through his travels in Europe he forged strong relationships with some of the most astute and knowledgeable sommeliers importers and collectors in the world and found a passion for finding both new and exciting family run wineries and forgotten classical producers whose wines stood the test of time.With this knowledge he joined Wineonline marketing company as their Senior Vice President of Sales to help take the business to the next level. He is credited with the rebirth of their portfolio in the restaurant market and now hosts some of the most luminous wine dinners Toronto has seen in years featuring the world’s greatest estates. Sam is the brand manager for Henri Magnien, alongside the other notable and iconic producers in the their portfolio.
Price: $295 all inclusive
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Wines to be Poured:
Henri Magnien Cotes de Nuits Village 'Queue de Hareng - Clos Francois Thurot 2022
Henri MagnienGevrey Chambertin VV2022
Henri MagnienGevrey-Chambertin 1er Lavaux Saint Jacques2022
Henri MagnienGevrey-Chambertin 1er Champeaux2022
Henri MagnienGevrey-Chambertin 1er Les Cazetiers2022
Henri MagnienCorton 'Les Grandes Lolieres'2022
Menu
1st
Mushroom risotto
Chanterelle and oyster mushrooms, porcini broth, truffle Parmigiano, shaved perigord truffles
2nd
Magret duck breast
Butternut squash puree, pickled endive, cherry gastrique
3rd
Coq au vin
Chicken, guanciale, seasonal vegetables, Burgundy jus
4th
Cheese duo
24 month Comte, Taleggio, wildflower honey, grapes, water crackers
We will try to accommodate all dietary restrictions to the best of our abilities.