As a family Champagne House, the philosophy behind Taittinger champagnes is to keep only the best, to remain true to oneself, and to find that unique taste which provides pleasure for just a moment, or for a whole lifetime. Join us at this exquisite dinner to experience Champagne Taittinger at the classically elegant Bacchus Restaurant.

Menu:

Reception wine:
Brut Reserve NV

First Course:
Duo of Diver Scallops
Parsnip Textures, Finger Lime, Chervil
Prelude Grands Crus NV

Second Course:
Foie Terrine with Heirloom Beets & Organic Apples
Macerated Cherries, Macadamia Nut, Blackcurrant Fluid Gel
Prestige Rosé NV

Third Course:
Hot Apple-Wood Smoked Haida Gwaii Sablefish
Sunchoke Pavé, Fennel Emulsion, Parsley Purée
Comtes de Champagne Brut 2007

Main Course:
Coffee & Cacao Crusted New Zealand Saddle of Venison
Tonka Bean & Sweet Potato Purée, Thumbelina Carrots, Dehydrated Kale, Huckleberry Jus
Comtes de Champagne Rosé 2007

Dessert:
Marcona “Queen of Almonds” Two Ways
Buckwheat Sponge, Saffron Pudding, Orange, Caramel
Nocturne Sec City Lights NV

Selection of House Made Petit Fours
Caffé Umbria Artisanal Coffee and Selection of Tealeaves Tea

Menu and wines subject to change. Due to the nature of these events, we are unable to accommodate food allergies or special dietary requests for winery dinners.

L’Instant Taittinger is graciously co-hosted by the Consulate General of France.

Must be 19 or older (No Minors) to attend Vancouver International Wine Festival events. Two pieces of ID (one with photo and birthdate) are required. Infants and children are not permitted.