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Food/wine pairing suggestions

Hey Gang-

Sorry for a vague title but I’m here to explain better. Two friends and I considered a dinner/wine pairing but then found options either booked or we’d have to really stretch to make it work.

Then we decided why don’t we just have our own dinner/wine pairing? Our plan is 4 courses with 4 bottles and a budget of $4-500. Asking this group for suggestions with the bit of info above. Im the newest of our group to wine but the three of us enjoy all styles. We frequent the Finger Lakes in NY if that helps show our pallet. (Open to winery suggestions in that area also!) Below is a very rough draft but open to what specific foods you’d specifically suggest. I’m hoping to get as many ideas as possible then come up with a plan.

-Champaign to start -seafood app with a Riesling or Chardonnay -steak, potatoes Boudreaux -duck, carrots ??

Thanks to everyone who took the time to read or provide feedback.

Take care,






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