Fleming's "Bottle Wars" Old World vs. New World wine tasting, September 21

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar is taking reservations for its next “Bottle Wars” wine tasting series.  Friday, September 21, customers can take part in the friendly battle of “Old Word vs. New World”. Maybe Old World and New World aren't so different in a global world. Come and find out by tasting great wines from both.  Does experience count for everything?  It’s up to you to decide.

 

"Bottle Wars" is a series of four unique wine tastings held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday during Fleming's September “Month of Discover”. Each event will offer 8 to 10 well-matched wines, including appetizers for $25.  Fleming's professionally trained wine managers will guide guests through the tasting experience.

 

 

 

 

Old World vs. New World" — Friday, Sept. 21st
French and Italian estate wineries dating back hundreds of years and newer U.S. wineries will compete.

 Competing wines:

 

Nicolas Feuilatte Champagne (France)

vs.

Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs (North Coast California)

 

II Borro Tuscany Lamelle Chardonnay (Italy)

vs.

Merryvale Starmont Chardonnay (Napa Valley)

 

Château Lasseugue Les Cadrans St. –Emilion (France)

vs.

Burgess Merlo (Napa Valley)

 

Château de Parenchère Bordeaux (France)

vs.

Greg Norman Limestone Coast Cabernet-Merlot Blend (Australia)

 

Reservations are required for “Bottle Wars” so please contact Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar at 25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60611, 312-329-9463 or 960 Milwaukee Ave. Lincolnshire, IL 60069, 847-793-0333

Fleming's "Battle of the Hemispheres" Bottle Wars, September 14

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar has introduced "Bottle Wars", a series of four unique wine tastings held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday during its September “Month of Discover”.  Guests will have the chance to taste premium wines from rival regions and wineries around the world in a spirit of friendly competition. Each event will offer 8 to 10 well-matched wines, including appetizers for only $25.  Fleming's professionally trained wine managers will guide guests through the tasting experience.

September 14, marks this week’s “Bottle Wars” that pits north against south in a battle that’s appropriately titled, “Battle of the Hemispheres”. California blends take on blends from South America, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.  Which one will reign supreme?  You be the judge!

This week’s bottle wars contenders include:

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, New Zealand)

Vs.

Hanna Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley)

 

Indaba Chardonnay (Western Cape South Africa)

Vs.

 Women of Vine Chardonnay (Central Coast)

 

Yalumba GSM The Strapper (Barossa Australia)

 Vs.

The Prisoner (Napa Valley)

  

Esk Valley Merlot Blend (Hawkes Bay New Zealand)

 Vs.

The Dreaming Tree Crush Merlot Blend (North Coast California)

  

Veramonte Primus Cabernet Sauvignon (Casablanca Valley, Chile)

Vs.

 Educated Guess Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)

 

Reservations are required for “Bottle Wars” so please contact Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar at 25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60611, 312-329-9463 or 960 Milwaukee Ave. Lincolnshire, IL 60069, 847-793-0333

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Celebrates “Month of Discovery” in September

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60611, 312-329-9463; 960 Milwaukee Ave. Lincolnshire, IL 60069, 847-793-0333) is synonymous with its award-winning list of 100 wines by the glass, the Fleming’s 100.® Each September, as the restaurant's newest wine collection is unveiled, Fleming's celebrates a “Month of Discovery”, featuring a series of unique wine events and food offerings that will appeal to both wine novice and true connoisseur.

The New Fleming’s 100 – An Unrivaled Program of 100 Wines by the Glass Fleming's
Fleming's proprietary collection of 100 wines by the glass is a unique approach to discovering and celebrating wine without having to order an entire bottle. "Wine is an intensely personal choice, and wine by the glass is the perfect way to celebrate it," says Maeve Pesquera, Fleming's Director of Wine. The new collection for 2012/2013 features many iconic wineries from California as well as top-rated European wineries. The international roster also includes a number of remarkable wines from Chile, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

“Bottle Wars” Wine Tastings – Featuring Rival Wines from the New Fleming's 100
"Bottle Wars" is a series of four unique wine tastings to be held on successive Friday evenings in September (7th, 14th, 21st and 28th). Guests will taste premium wines from rival regions and wineries around the world in a spirit of friendly competition. Each event will offer 8 to 10 well-matched wines for just $25* and Fleming's professionally trained wine managers will guide guests through the experience:


"Pinot Smackdown" (September 7th) -- Pinot Noirs from California’s Central Coast compete against Pinot Noirs from Sonoma, Oregon and the Anderson Valley.
"Battle of the Hemispheres" (September 14th) -- California takes on South America, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
"Old World vs. New World" (September 21st) -- European masters from France, Italy, Germany and Spain go against the best and brightest winemakers from California.
"Glass Warfare" (September 28th) -- Premium wines and value-priced wines made from similar grapes are put to the taste test.

"Last Call" Event – Two Weeks to Enjoy 25% on Selected Wines by the Bottle  
Guests will have an opportunity to save 25%** on select bottles in Fleming's main dining room. "Last Call" will debut on September 1st and quantities will be limited to stock on hand. Restrictions apply at selected locations due to local and state liquor laws. Complete details about this opportunity can be found at www.FlemingsSteakhouse.com.

Fleming's New Memorable Meal for Two -- $99 for 3 Courses
Fleming's celebrates its new wine collection with a prix-fixe menu for two, available from September 1st through September 30th. Each guest will enjoy a triple entrée of broiled filet mignon, herb baked shrimp and braised short rib, with shrimp bisque and a dessert of frozen almond soufflé. The 3-course menu is priced at $99 for two, and $49.50 for one. For an additional $25, each guest may order a specially priced flight of three wines -- The Prisoner, Primus Cabernet and Quintessa 2006 -- all from the Huneeus Vintners Portfolio.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Celebrates “Month of Discovery” In September

“Opening Nights” Wine Tastings of New Fleming’s 100™ Highlight Month-Long Celebration

The annual unveiling of the new Fleming’s 100™, the award-winning list of 100 wines by the glass, at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar has become a much anticipated event for food and wine lovers. This year’s debut of the new 2010/2011 list during Fleming’s “Month of Discovery” will be especially enticing as “Opening Nights” scheduled for every Thursday in September offer guests the opportunity to sample each of the Fleming’s 100™.

The month-long celebration at two Chicago area Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse locations: 25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, Ill., and 960 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire, Ill. in September includes:

The New Fleming’s 100 “Opening Nights” every Thursday (2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th) in September at 6 p.m. – An unprecedented series of wine tastings featuring all 100 selections provides guests with a rare opportunity to sniff, swirl, sip and spit like an international wine expert. Each Opening Night will feature 20 wines from the Fleming’s 100™. The first four tastings will be wine selections available at every Fleming’s nationwide. The final tasting will feature selections by each Fleming’s local Wine Manager and Operating Partner. (Please visit http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/ for wine selections to be served on each Opening Night.)

Memorable Meal: A Trio of Fleming’s Classics through September 30 – Guests are invited to experience a variety of tastes of classic Fleming’s entrees, served “flight” style with three small entrees on a plate – Filet Mignon, Ahi Tuna and Lamb Chop – for two at $99. The three-course Memorable Meal also includes a Broiled Peach and Goat Cheese Salad, a trio of roasted vegetables and a trio of crème brulees for dessert. For $10, guests may add a flight (three 2-ounce tastes) of paired wines from the new Fleming’s 100, selected by Director of Wine Marian Jansen op de Haar, to perfectly complement each of the three entrees.

Exclusive Caymus Interactive Wine Dinner September 21 – Wine lovers can join iconic Caymus Vineyards owner and winemaker, Chuck Wagner, Fleming’s Director of Wine Marian Jansen op de Haar and Executive Chef Russell Skall, via live video from Northern California – a wine dinner like no other! The Napa-inspired menu is paired with Wagner Family of Wines, Conundrum, Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay and Late, and an extraordinary vertical tasting of the 2000 and just-released, 2008 Caymus Special Selection Cabernet, the only wine ever named twice as “Wine of the Year” by Wine Spectator. This promises to be a memorable evening not to be missed! (Cost is $125 per person. Please visit http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/ for specific locations and dates.)

Wine Tuesdays every week in September – Every Tuesday (7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th), guests will receive 25% off* any bottle selection from the new Fleming’s 100 or, if they prefer, they may bring in their own favorite and enjoy complimentary corkage**. Guests taking advantage of the Wine Tuesday offerings will also receive a Fleming’s Card* good for this same offer on a future Fleming’s visit any day of the week, valid through December 30th.

New Icon Wine through September 30 – The Icon Wine series continues in September with the Staglin Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Salus Estate, 2006, at $125 per bottle. Since its founding in 1985, Staglin Family Vineyards has achieved cult status among Napa Valley producers. Robert Parker of Wine Advocate goes as far as to describe Staglin as “the pre-eminent estate winery in Rutherford.” Since their annual production is low, their wines are a well-kept secret among Napa Valley connoisseurs.

* Due to state liquor laws, our 25% off any F100 bottle offer is not available in CA, CT, FL, GA , IL (Chicago), IA, LA, MA, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NC, OK, PA, RI, TN or UT. Limit two bottles. Not available for Private Dining.

** Due to state liquor laws, our Complimentary Corkage offer is not available in AL, AZ, CO, IL (Lincolnshire), IN, MA. MD, MI, OH, OK, TX, VA or WI. Limit two bottles. Not available for Private Dining.

About Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
The nationally acclaimed Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar offers the best in steakhouse dining – Prime meats and chops, fresh fish and poultry, generous salads and side orders — with a unique wine list known as the Fleming’s 100, which features over 100 wines served by the glass. Fleming’s was launched in Newport Beach, California in 1998 by successful restaurant industry veterans Paul Fleming and Bill Allen. Today there are 64 restaurants nationwide. Fleming’s is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including Wine Enthusiast’s annual Award of Distinction and Wine Spectator Magazine’s Award of Excellence.

For more information about Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar and the Fleming’s 100, please visit http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/.