The Generous Pour Wine Event at THE CAPITAL GRILLE through September 2

For the tenth consecutive year, The Capital Grille today launched its highly anticipated wine event, The Generous Pour. This year, guests are invited to taste and toast the legacy of renowned winemaker Dan Duckhorn. With wines hand selected to pair with the restaurant's signature menu items, including hand-cut steaks, dry aged in-house. Of the selections is the Goldeneye Rosé of Pinot Noir making its exclusive debut at this year's event. The Generous Pour is available for $28 ($38 in Pa.) from July 9 through September 2, 2018, when paired with dinner.

"Dan Duckhorn's continuous pursuit to produce world class wines within the Napa Valley and beyond has become a legendary story in the wine world," said Brian Phillips, The Capital Grille's Advanced Sommelier. "We are excited to feature some of the most highly coveted wines of the world this summer, creating an exceptional tasting experience when paired with our signature menu items. With light and fresh rosé preferred during the summer, I am particularly excited about the Goldeneye Rosé of Pinot Noir, as this summer it makes its exclusive debut at The Generous Pour."

Guests who participate in A Soaring Legacy - the theme of this year's event - will be treated to a personalized wine dinner that marries selections from Duckhorn Vineyards, the recipient of Wine Spectator's Top Wine of 2017, Goldeneye, Decoy, Migration, Canvasback and Paraduxx with a blend of menu classics and fresh twists on appetizers and sides. Further enhancing the experience, The Capital Grille's knowledgeable servers will encourage guests to sip and savor new varietals and regions as they highlight specific tasting notes, creating a true authentic vineyard experience right at the guest's own table.

The Generous Pour's 2018 collection of wines, thoughtfully paired by The Capital Grille's Advanced Sommelier, include:

-Duckhorn Vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley: By adding a touch of Sémillon, in the classic Bordeaux style, award-winning winemaker Renée Ary has created what many consider one of the most elegant and luxurious Sauvignon Blancs in the country. Tasting Notes: This wine's bright and refreshing character pairs beautifully with The Capital Grille's Cold Shellfish Platter or signature Pan-Fried Calamari with Hot Cherry Peppers.

-Goldeneye Rosé, Rosé of Pinot Noir, California: Produced with grapes grown in the most prized Pinot Noir regions of California, this inaugural vintage of premium rosé will be debuted exclusively at The Generous Pour. Tasting Notes: This exclusive selection pairs well with the restaurant's Sushi-Grade Sesame Seared Tuna with Gingered Rice, both elevating the other's bright and clean flavors.

-Decoy, Chardonnay, Sonoma: A wine that captures the essence of classic California Chardonnay - beautifully rounded, fruit forward with the perfect amount of oak; a label that captures Dan Duckhorn's most coveted in a vast collection of duck decoys. Tasting Notes: With its round, full texture and ripe fruit notes, this Chardonnay is the perfect complement to the density and richness of Roasted Swordfish or the delicate sweetness of Fresh Maine Lobster.

-Migration, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast: Third-generation Sonoma Coast winemaker Dana Eppersonhas created an artisanal expression of a light-bodied but complex Pinot Noir - one of the most versatile reds in the world. Tasting Notes: As one of the most versatile wines to accompany food, Phillips recommends serving this Pinot Noir with the Seared Citrus Glazed Salmon with Marcona Almonds and Brown Butter or the Sliced Filet Mignon with Cipollini Onions, Wild Mushrooms and Fig Essence.

-Duckhorn Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley: By blending Cabernet harvested from the high-altitude mountains, lush hillsides, bench and valley floor, this wine masterfully expresses the diversity of Napa Valley itself. Tasting Notes: This elegant but ripe Napa Cabernet is the perfect counterpart to The Capital Grille's 24 oz. Dry Aged Porterhouse Steak. The ripe red and blackberry fruit balances against the polished tannins and cuts through the steak's dense flavors.

-Canvasback, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Mountain, WA: With only 600 planted acres, Red Mountain is the smallest but most desirable Cabernet growing region in Washington and home to Canvasback - one of the biggest, boldest Cabs in the state. Tasting Notes: This bold Cabernet demands a bold steak, such as the Bone-In Kona Crusted Dry Aged NY Strip with Shallot Butter or the 22 oz. Bone-In Ribeye.

-Paraduxx Proprietary Red Blend, Napa Valley: Inspired by the famous reds of Tuscany and Australia that mix old world classics with a touch of regional character, this is a masterful blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Zinfandel and Petit Verdot. Tasting Notes: The Paraduxx is a versatile red wine with moderated fresh red and blue fruits from the Cabernet and Merlot, along with deeper black fruits from the Zinfandel and Petit Verdot. The complexity of flavors and hint of sweet spices and brown sugar pair well with the darker and savory flavors of the restaurant's Double Cut Lamb Rib Chops.

We invite you to learn more and explore the stunning vineyards of Napa and Sonoma with The Capital Grille's Advanced Sommelier as he meets with Dan Duckhorn and his award-winning winemakers to select the varietals for this year's event. Connect with The Capital Grille on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram and join the #GenerousPour conversation.

About The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille is a fine-dining restaurant that offers dry aged steaks, fresh seafood, an award-winning wine list and professional service in an atmosphere of relaxed elegance. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for its expertly prepared steaks, which are custom-aged for 18 to 24 days in-house and hand-cut in-restaurant by a butcher. The restaurant's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. The Capital Grille also offers personalized, on-site wine lockers, available by annual lease. Unlock the full Capital Grille experience with The Capital Grille Concierge, a personalized app where users can view the up-to-the minute wine list, expert food and wine pairings, make two tap reservations, and much more. Reservations are recommended, but not required. For more information, please visit: http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/home.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of The Capital Grille

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