February Winemaker Dinner

Noonan’s Winemaker Dinner Series

Rodney Strong Vineyards

February 26, 2009

Rick Sayre, Winemaker

Reception

7:00 PM

Prawn Club Crostini

lemon zest, cream cheese & pancetta

Rodney Strong Sauvignon Blanc, Charlotte’s Home, Sonoma ‘07

Dinner

7:30 PM

Grilled Quail

frisee, endive, champagne viniagrette

Rodney Strong Chardonnay, Chalk Hill ‘06

Roasted Garlic Ravioli

sage brown butter

Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2005

Slow Roasted New York Strip Loin

wild mushroom risotto, white truffle oil

Rodney Strong Symmetry, Alexander Valley ‘05

Bittersweet Chocolate Torte

‘A True Gentleman’s Port’, Sonoma ‘05

$60.00 per person

plus tax & service

Inspiration Winemaker Dinner

Noonan’s Winemaker Dinner Series

January 22, 2009

Jon & Barbara Phillips

Inspiration Vineyards & Winery

Reception

7:00 PM

Dungeness Crab

on cucumber with Green Goddess dressing

Inspiration Viognier, Russian River Valley 2007

Dinner

7:30 PM

Duck Confit Salad

endives, apples, shallots, dried cranberry viniagrette

Inspiration Pinot Noir, Carneros 2006

Pancetta Wrapped Niman Ranch Pork Tenderloin

oven roasted winter squash, cauliflower gratin

Inspiration Zinfandel, Alexander Valley 2005

Artisan Cheese Plate

winter berries

Inspiration Zinfandel, Russian River 2005

Coffee & Truffles

$60.00

plus tax & service

Wine Specials at Noonan's

Half Off Bottled Wines Every Sunday and Monday Nights

Question: What makes a meal better than a great bottle of wine? The answer is paying half price for it! Every Sunday and Monday from 4-10 p.m. pick any wine from our list and pay half price with the purchase of any entrée. This includes all of our rare, hard to find cult wines as well as the staff favorites. And while you are here, check out our new Autumn menu and nightly specials. Hope to see you soon!

Check out our wine list at www.noonansbarandgrill.com

2009 Winemaker Dinner Dates

2009 Winemaker Dinner Series

January 22 - Jon Phillips with Inspiration Winery

February 26 - An Evening With The Vintners' Daughters

March 26 - Greg La Folette & Tandem Wines

April 23 - 5th Annual Swanson Vineyards

May 21 - 5th Annual Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel & Dolce

Call 415.464.8711 for more information

Visit http://www.noonansbarandgrill.com/

November Wine Tasting

Wednesday Wine Tasting

11/5 - Robert Hody with Classic Wines

11/12 - Ann with Regal Wines

11/19 - Gordon with Patroni Vineyards

11/26 - Fifth Annual Turkey Wines

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th

Winemaker Dinner Series

Trecini Cellars

David Vicini, Proprietor

Reception
7:00 PM

Fruits de Mer
prawns – oysters - crab
Trecini Sauvignon Blanc, Russian River Valley 2007

Dinner
7:30 PM

Smoked Wild Mushroom Pasta Raft
mascarpone, smoked mushroom jus
Trecini Merlot, Russian River Valley 2006

Pancetta Wrapped Niman Ranch Filet Mignon
sage polenta, artichoke, fried basil, plum reduction
Trecini Syrah, Ladi Vineyard, Sonoma 2005

Artisan Cheese Plate
figs & nuts
Trecini Zinfandel, Rockpile, 2005

Coffee & Truffles

$75.00
plus tax & service

Wednesday Wine Tasting

9/3 - Robert Hody with Classic Wines

9/10 - Tara Bushore with Serendipity Wines

9/17 - Gabe Coleman with Cali 351

9/24 - Autumn Cabernet Sauvignon Throw - Down

Every Wednesday from 4-6pm, join Curt for a journey through wine country!

Noonan's Bar and Grill Winemaker Dinner Series 2008

Paradigm

July 24th, 2008

Paradigm Winery
Molly Lippitt and Robin Gerber

Reception
7:00 PM

Summer Sausages
with house made mustard and cornichons
Paradigm Merlot, Oakville 2004

Dinner
7:30 PM

Pancetta Wrapped Day Boat Sea Scallops
heirloom squash, red wine plum reduction
Paradigm Cabernet Franc, Oakville 2001

Smoked Painted Hills Ranch Prime Rib
white corn galette, heirloom squash, roasted garlic popover
Paradigm Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville 2004

Artisan Cheese Plate
summer berries
Paradigm Zinfandel, Oakville 2005

Coffee & Truffles

$85.00
plus tax & service

Call 415.464.8711 to make a reservation. Noonan's is located at 2233 Larkspur Landing Circle Larkspur, CA 94939

Winemaker Dinner Series: Honig

Join Wine Guru Steven Honig for a wonderful evening of wine and food. Taste such delights at the 2007 Sauvignon Blanc, crisp and citrusy, just perfect for a hot day, and move on to the 2005 Cabernet Savuignon, a rich, complex red wine complemented perfectly by a pancetta wrapped Petaluma Duck Breast. Don't miss a wonderful opportunity to meet some of the winery staff and learn about what could be a favorite new wine! Reservations are $85.00 each and can be made by calling 415.464.8711. For more information about Noonan's Bar and Grill visit www.noonansbarandgrill.com For more information about Honig visit www.honigwine.com See the full menu below!

June 26, 2008
Honig Vineyard and Winery
Steven Honig, Winery Guru

Reception
7:00 PM

Summer Beignets
with a trio of sauces
Honig Sauvignon Blanc, Napa 2007

Dinner
7:45 PM

Lobster Ravioli
ricotta, chervil, shallot, prawn fume
Honig Sauvignon Blanc, Rutherford 2006

Pancetta Wrapped Petaluma Duck Breast
roasted garlic, escarole
Honig Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2005

Saucisson En Croute
sausage in puff pastry with wild mushrooms,
pistachios & two sauces
Honig Cabernet Sauvignon, Bartolucci Vineyard 2004

Cupcakes
honeyed summer fruit
Honig Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2006

$85.00
plus tax & service

Wine Wednesdays - June Schedule

Join Curt at Noonan's Bar and Grill every Wednesday.

Learn about new wineries and new releases!

Check out the June schedule!

Every Wednesday from 4-6pm

6/4 - Bernie Ryan with Wine Warehouse

6/11 - Lisa Valentine with Valentine Boutique Wines

6/18 - Mike Myracle with Diamond Wine Merchants

6/25 - Adam's Rose Showdown

Winemaker Dinner Series: Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel, Dolce

Join Winemaker Darice Spinelli for a special evening. Chef Flores of Noonan's Bar and Grill has prepared what may be the best

Winemaker Dinner menu in history!

Don't be the one to miss out on this wonderful evening.

Reception
7:00 PM

Lobster, Crab & Salmon Mousse
on savory herb tuilles
Far Niente Chardonnay
Napa 2006

Dinner
7:45 PM

Niman Ranch Pork Medallion
white pepper spaetzle, strawberry-shallot compote
Nickel & Nickel Zinfandel
Russian River Valley, Ponzo Vineyard 2005

Pancetta & Wild Mushroom Pizza
shaved dry aged jack, thyme, white truffle oil
Nickel & Nickel Syrah
Carneros, Dyer Vineyard 2005

Oakwood Grilled Sonoma Leg of Lamb
salsify soufflé, garlic-cream reduction
Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon
Howell Mountain, Vogt Vineyard 2004

Vanilla Crème Brulée
shortbread cookies
Dolce Napa 2004

$95.00
plus tax & services

Winemaker Dinner Series: Swanson Vineyards

Join winemaker Chris Phelps at the 4th Annual Swanson Winemaker Dinner

Reception
7:00 PM

A Variety of Passed Antipasti

house made marinated vegetables
local salumi
salted rosemary breadsticks
Swanson Pinot Grigio, Napa 2006

Dinner
7:45 PM

Crispy Pheasant
pearl pasta with preserved lemon, chiffonade
Swanson Rosato, Oakville 2006

Grilled Quail Sausage
roasted spring cabbages, merlot viniagrette
Swanson Merlot, Oakville 2004

Oven Roasted Venison
sun dried cherry glaze, radicchio, mushroom risotto
Swanson Alexis, 2004

Citrus Tart
Swanson Tardif Late Harvest Chardonnay, 2005

$95.00 plus tax and services

For more information call 415.461.8711