Taberna Del Alabardero To Host Special Spanish Wine Dinner With Aurelio Cabestrero

Taberna del Alabardero's Sommelier David Bueno has partnered with Aurelio Cabestrero, one of the top Spanish wine importers in the U.S., to present a unique six-course Wine Tasting Dinner. On Friday, November 16th, Washingtonians will have a rare opportunity to taste some of Spain's undiscovered wines paired with Taberna del Alabardero's classic Spanish cuisine. Some of the pairings include San Roman 2004 with Braised Veal Shank with Grilled Asparagus and Piquillo Peppers and Prima 2005 paired with Bacalao Stewed in Tomato Sauce with Sponge Cake.

"Spanish wines have reached new heights in popularity in recent years," said Bueno. "By offering our guests this wine tasting dinner, they will have the opportunity to learn more about the flavors and characteristics of some of the lesser known wines and wine producers of Spain."

Aurelio Cabestrero is the owner of Grapes of Spain and a former sommelier at Taberna del Alabardero. Cabestrero represents 36 producers with a portfolio of over 90 wines from all over Spain. He hand-selects wines that are new to the U.S. market and are from family-owned vineyards that focus on producing high quality wines with limited production.

The special Wine Tasting Dinner is priced at $125 per person, all inclusive, and begins at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited. To make reservations, please call 202-429-2200. The menu includes the following:

Assortment of Traditional Tapas
Pan con Jam�n Serrano y Tomate
Toast Topped with Jam�n Serrano and Tomato

Brocheta de Pulpo
Octopus Brochette

Tostada de Salm�n Marinado
Toast Topped with Marinated Salmon

Cucharita de Txangurro
Basque Style Crab Meat
Cava Maria Casanovas Brut Nature Pinot Noir 2004

Starter
Bacalao en Tomate con Torrija
Bacalao Stewed in Tomato Sauce with Sponge Cake
Prima 2005

First Course
Codorniz Asada, Crema de Garbanzos y Verduras Escabechadas
Roast Quail with Garbanzo Puree and Pickled Vegetable Medley
Astrales 2004

Second Course
Jarrete de Ternera con Esp�rragos Salteados y Pimiento del Piquillo
Braised Veal Shank with Grilled Asparagus and Piquillo Peppers
San Roman 2004

Third Course
Cabrito Asado con Patatas
Roasted Baby Goat
Paixar 2004

Dessert
Helado de Queso Cabrales con Nueces y Miel
Cabrales Blue Veined Cheese Ice Cream with Walnuts and Honey
Silvano Garc�a Monastrel

Taberna del Alabardero, now celebrating its 18th anniversary, has been designated by the Spanish Government as the "Best Spanish restaurant outside of Spain," received recognition as one of the best restaurants in the country by Washingtonian magazine, Gourmet magazine, The New York Times and Cond� Nast Traveler. Taberna del Alabardero is located at 1776 "Eye" Street, NW, in Washington, D.C., with an entrance on 18th Street. Reservations can be made by calling 202-429-2200. For more information, please visit www.alabardero.com.