Horizon Beverage Co. of Rhode Island hosted a fine wine pairing luncheon featuring selections from Harlan Estate at Matunuck Oyster Bar in South Kingstown on Sept. 16. Guests enjoyed a two-course lunch prepared by the team at Matunuck Oyster Bar, paired with Harlan Estate 2007, 2012 and 2017 Vintages. François Vignaud, Director, Harlan Estate was in attendance to present the wines. Harlan Estate is an award-winning Napa Valley winery specializing in classic varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The luncheon opened with Piper Heidsieck Rare Champagne, enjoyed along with freshly shucked oysters among highlights.
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- Harlan Estate wines were showcased at Matunuck Oyster Bar in South Kingstown on Sept. 16.
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- Harlan Estate vintages included 2017, 2012 and 2007.
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- Perry Raso, Owner, Matunuck Oyster Bar in Matunuck; François Vignaud, Director, Harlan Estate and Sid Lakhkar, Fine Wine Specialist, Horizon Beverage.
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- A pour of Piper Heidsieck Rare Champagne 2004.
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- Sid Lakhkar, Fine Wine Specialist, Horizon Beverage and FranÇois Vignaud, Director, Harlan Estate.
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- Piper Heidsieck Rare Champagne 2004 paired with the appetizer, Passion Fruit Oysters — fresh oysters on the half shell with cucumber passion fruit gazpacho and salmon roe.
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- Perry Raso, Owner, Matunuck Oyster Bar in Matunuck and Sid Lakhkar, Fine Wine Specialist, Horizon Beverage.
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- Fresh oysters coming in, farm-raised and grown in Potter Pond, off Matunuck’s waterfront patio.
Photos by Laura Widness.
