Were you ever curious to be part of an event run by a food society that dates back to 1248? Well as part of that organisation that was reinvigorated in 1950 by three gourmands in Paris, the Ordre Mondial des Gourmets Dégustateurs (OMGD) is a specific section of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs which specialises in and concentrates on wines, spirits, liqueurs and crafted beverages.
This OMGD Wine Dinner at COYA is hosted by Professionnel du Vin member and CEO of vinagy Graeme Newey who has very significant wine connections, not the least of which is in the Barossa. Fortunately, Chaîne des Rôtisseurs also have excellent member Chefs, so to support the wine tasting and education, some lovely food for the pairings will be provided by Head Chef Ashraf Saleh and his Restaurant Manager Kit Saleh at COYA.
The Barossa has many big names on the international wine scene due to being one of Australia’s premier wine regions. However, for those with local knowledge some amazing wines can be found at the more boutique and family-owned wineries – many with generations of history behind them. Join us with Graeme for a curated wine dinner designed to take a sensory journey through a selection from some of the best boutique Barossa wineries. Some of the wineries may be known to those attending, whilst others may be new discoveries to add to the list of “must-visits” when next in the Barossa.
Graeme will also be hosting an exclusive private tour of the Barossa later in the year, and will make all the wines tasted on the night available for purchase if something particularly takes your fancy at very attractive price points as he deals directly with the wineries. Please join this memorable OMGD Wine Dinner, where it will bring both Graeme’s passion and knowledge for the Barossa to COYA! Much like food, wine is all about people and building relationships with them. They all have a fascinating story behind what they do, and taking the time to listen and understand what it took to fill your glass just elevates the overall experience. In vino veritas is a Latin phrase that means ‘in wine, there is truth’, and as we slowly open ourselves a little more to that, just a little bit of magic happens.
Chaîne des Rôtisseurs will shortly be opening memberships for 2025, so if you enjoy the evening please make enquiries with NSW President and Editor of News For The Food Lover Dane Richards who will be MC for the event.
First Course (Za’atar garlic chicken)
Cirillo: Ancient Vine Grenache Rosato ‘23
Rockford: Alicante Bouchet ‘23
Second Course (Samke Harra w red Harissa)
Chateau Tanunda: Old Cooperage Cabernet Franc ‘22
Hayes Family Wines: Glengrae Grenache ‘22
Third Course (Stockyard beef cheeks w chermoula spicing)
Ballycroft: Small Berry Mataro ‘21
Greenock Creek: VII Acre Shiraz ‘20
Fourth Couse (Almond sticky date pudding)
Elderton: Duke of Wellington Tawny
Details:
Date: Wednesday, 11 September at 6.30pm
Cost: $195
Dietaries: Please declare on booking form
Address: Shop 2/567 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards NSW 2065
Transport: 5 minute walk from St Leonards Station
Parking: Adequate off street parking available
Dress: Smart Casual
Note: Menu is subject to change.