Simon Willard
The Shack | Staunton, VA | January 2022
FEATURED PAIRINGS
Rkatsiteli, Stinson Vineyards, “Wildkat,” Monticello, Virginia, 2018 paired with Buckwheat Crepe, Huitlacoche, Fermented Corn, Fresh Corn Purée, Pickled Ramps, Herbs, and Sea Salt
Teroldego/Manzoni Biano/Pinot Grigio, Cantina Alpina, “Pale Mountain” Rosé, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, 2019 paired with Charcoal-grilled Purple Top Turnip, Tofu Purée, Farro Tea, and Miso Benne Powder
Cabernet Franc, Domaine des Clos Godeaux, “Les Maupas,” Chinon, France, 2020 paired with Fried Quail, Black Walnut and Martin’s Potato Roll Stuffing, Black Walnut Jus, Nixtamalized Beets and Arkansas Black Apples, Persimmon Purée, and Herbs
Sémillon/Sauvignon Blanc, Château Kalian, “Année,” Monbazillac, France, 2017 paired with Golden-Milk-soaked Hominy Cake, Benne Seed Ice Cream, Cardamom Whipped Cream, Sorghum Brittle, and Sorrel
Photography by Will Blunt
