Aussie & Kiwi Christmas Wine Dinner

We have brought together some of the best Australian and New Zealand produce and culinary culture in Taiwan, and some of the most exclusive and award-winning wines from down under. At this bespoke 5-course surf and turf Christmas dinner, you will get to try out 5 bottles of unparalleled Australian and New Zealand wines.

Fresh & Aged Italian Steak House 美福乾式熟成牛排館 is led by Executive Chef CK Chen, the "Godfather of Aged Steak of Taiwan". The event offers an exclusive and intimate experience to connect with other distinguished guests and enjoy a night of conversation.

Please note that this special Christmas set menu is created exclusively for this event - limited places are available and prepayment is essential.

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壹 First Course (Canapé)

🍴 Ham & Melon

哈密瓜火腿

🍴 Pigs in a Blanket 

培根洋腸捲 

🍴 Tuna and olive pate canape with sun dry tomato

黑橄欖醬風乾蕃茄薄麵包

🥂 Marsh & Mansfield Methode Traditionnelle Sparkling NV, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

"A delicate Méthode Traditionnelle with a steady bead featuring well composed aromas of stone fruit and biscuit, mealy flavours from the aging on lees. The palate is fresh and lively exhibiting classic stone-fruit flavours, complexed by yeast aromas. A hint of sweetness is balanced by a crisp acidity to give a drying finish."

貳 Second Course

🍴 White Prawn Cobb Salad with Prosciutto Ham 

甜白蝦考布沙拉襯風乾火腿

🥂 2020 Whitehaven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand

"An enticing amalgam of tropical fruits, blackcurrant, nectarine, lime and grapefruit underscored with complexing hints of jalapeno and gooseberry."

🏅Gold | 2021 Concours Mondial du Sauvignon

🏅Gold | 2021 Royal Easter Show Wine Awards

🏅Gold | 2020 New Zealand International Wine Show

✨ 94 Points | Sam Kim

✨ 92 Points | Cameron Douglas

參 Third Course

🍴 Pumpkin Soup with Bacon

南瓜濃湯襯培根

🥂 2018 Ministry of Clouds Tasmania Chardonnay, Coal Valley/Derwent Valley, Tasmania, Australia

"A shy and somewhat restraint nose exuding white flowers, peach, nectarine characters, and subtle hints of nougat and wood spice. On the palate, a bedrock of chalky minerality supports a core of intense stone fruit, framing its lingering acidity."

✨ 95 Points | Bob Campbell

✨ 95 Points | James Halliday

✨ 94 Points | James Suckling

肆 Forth Course

🍴 Roasted Whole Turkey

爐烤香料火雞

🍷 2021 Giant Steps Yarra Valley Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, New South Wales, Australia

"A gentle waft of fresh raspberries and cranberries, with just the right amount of spice-rack spices. Delicious right out of the gate, this medium-bodied and refreshing wine will age well too. The perfect introduction to modern Yarra pinot."

✨ 96 points | Phillip Rich

✨ 94 points | Wine Spectator

🏅 #18 - Top 100 Wines of 2022, Wine Spectator

伍 Fifth Course

🍴 Oven Baked New Zealand Beef Tenderloin with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts, Potatoes 

爐烤紐西蘭菲力牛排襯炒孢子甘藍,馬鈴薯 

Or 或

🍴 Oven Baked New Zealand Lamb Chop with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts, Potatoes 

爐烤紐西蘭頂級小羊排襯炒孢子甘藍,馬鈴薯

🍷 2019 Two Hands Two Hands Wines Angel's Share Shiraz, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia

"Bright deep, dark red with a luminous purple core. This Shiraz showcases vibrant notes of blueberries over-layed with dried violet petals and gentle woody spices. The palate begins with a soft entry that quickly fans out and saturates the palate: the perfect blend of power and elegance."

✨ 92 Points | James Suckling

✨ 92 Points | Wine Spectator

陸 Sixth Course

🍴 Panettone and Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream

  聖誕水果麵包與蘋果派佐香草冰淇淋

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Members $3,200

Non-members $3,500

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Note:

• Menu subject to change
• No alterations/substitutions
• Limited places prepayment essential
• Full refund will be issued if the event is cancelled due to Government restrictions

If you have any questions please contact Glenn at director@anzcham.org.tw