One of the great things about the Caribbean French Islands is the marriage of the French culture with that of the local culture. The French influence is heavy and it's best parts of course come through in the gastronomy. They also tend to take better care of the Islands than say the Dutch or Americans, with the Brits better in some places and just as bad in others.
Tonight we dined at a fabulous little French destination in Grand Case that was cozy and run by a husband and wife team that are wonderfully charming and welcoming. We are going back tomorrow.
Another great aspect is the wine, some cool stuff you do not see at home makes it here, especially in the Rose category. All the high-end are the same names, but who cares we can get those at home. I want to try the unknown and here we have one for me!
A beautiful old vine Pinot Noir from the village of Chambolle-Musigny. Decant or open for at least 45 minutes. On the nose we have red fruits and floral aromas with a core of earth and terroir substance. The palate after a good hour was as smooth as silk! Perfect with our veal and duck (pictured is the duck 4 ways)!
One of the great things about the Caribbean French Islands is the marriage of the French culture with that of the local culture. The French influence is heavy and it's best parts of course come through in the gastronomy. They also tend to take better care of the Islands than say the Dutch or Americans, with the Brits better in some places and just as bad in others.
Tonight we dined at a fabulous little French destination in Grand Case that was cozy and run by a husband and wife team that are wonderfully charming and welcoming. We are going back tomorrow.
Another great aspect is the wine, some cool stuff you do not see at home makes it here, especially in the Rose category. All the high-end are the same names, but who cares we can get those at home. I want to try the unknown and here we have one for me!
A beautiful old vine Pinot Noir from the village of Chambolle-Musigny. Decant or open for at least 45 minutes. On the nose we have red fruits and floral aromas with a core of earth and terroir substance. The palate after a good hour was as smooth as silk! Perfect with our veal and duck (pictured is the duck 4 ways)!
Dec 29th, 2015
Chambolle-Musigny, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
