In February, Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) named Yalumba winemaker/ambassador Jane Ferrari as its 2012 Wine Communicator of the Year for her long-term efforts in promoting, speaking about, educating and tutoring about Yalumba's fine-wine portfolio and also Australian wine in general. Ferrari will lead guests through a Yalumba wine- and seasonally-inspired five-course Chef's Tasting Menu.

Reception on the veranda
Tray-passed Hors d'oeuvres
Pairing: Jansz Brut Rose, Tasmania

First course
Fruit de Mer in Coconut & Fresh Curry Leaf Broth
Pairing: Pewsy Vale Riesling, Eden Valley 2011

Second course
Diver Sea Scallop Mousse Stuffed in Fresh Dover Sole Poached in parchment paper served with Saffron & Shallot Cream
Pairing: Eden Valley Viognier 2011

Intermezzo
Pineapple Sorbet

Third course
Texas Wild Pheasant marinated in Yogurt & Garam Masala & Roasted in Tandoor
Exotic Fall Vegetables
Pairing: Signature Cabernet Shiraz 2006 Barossa Valley

Fourth course
South Texas Antelope Meatballs with Saffron Rice Pulao
Pairing: Octavius Shiraz 2004 Barossa Valley

Dessert
Brioche Bread Pudding with Black Currents & Fig Sauce
Pairing: Yalumba Museum Reserve Muscat
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