Friday, January 11, 2013

Well, excusez-moi.

Senate.gov/ media release / luncheon menu

Chairman Schumer Announces Inaugural Luncheon Menu & Details

"The wines that are to be served during the luncheon are from Chairman Schumer’s home state of New York. The wines were made by several of the Empire State’s finest winemakers, and complement the flavors in each of the luncheon dishes."

The 2013 Inaugural Luncheon Menu
First Course:
  • Steamed Lobster with New England Chowder
  • Anthony Road Winery, Fox Run Vineyards & Newt Red Cellars, Tierce 2010 Dry Riesling, Finger Lakes, NY
Second Course:
  • Hickory Grilled Bison with Wild Huckleberry Reduction and Red Potato Horseradish Cake
  • Bedell Cellars, 2009 Merlot, North Fork, Long Island
Third Course:
  • Hudson Valley Apple Pie, Sour Cream Ice Cream, Aged Cheese and Honey
  • Korbel Natural Russian River Valley Champagne
Matt House, spokesman for the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies
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Um, unless I'm mistaken, under U.S. law, sparkling wine made in California can only be called “California Champagne”.  Champagne only comes from Champagne, France.
But, then, who really gives a s*** ?


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