Goats Do Roam: Greek Night at Goatshed

Goats Do Roam: Greek Night at Goatshed

Goats do Roam is the cheeky name for Fairview’s blush Rose wine and whilst I do not drink vino, it was my dining companion’s favourite wine of the evening.

A short while back I was invited by Fairview Wine and Cheese Estate to savour a dinner and wine pairing evening. After my initial reluctance, as a tee-totaller who was afraid I wouldn’t do the evening justice, I’m not sorry I went.

During the course of the chilly winter season, Fairview’s aptly named restaurant Goatshed, where the goats do roam literally, hosted a series of themed dinners. 

This Sunday, we’re celebrating Father’s Day by offering all dads a free standard cheese and wine tasting! Acceptable proof of fatherhood includes, but is not limited to, texts from the boys making sure you’ll be back before the Germany v Mexico game starts.

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We attended the Caldera Greek Evening which comprised of a 4-course meal each paired with a Fairview wine.

I opted for the non-alcoholic grape juice, whilst my dinner companion tasted the wines with each course.

The warm ambience of the wood stove fireplace set the mood for a cosy inviting evening.

Food for thought

Without further adieu here’s what was on the menu:

Mezze

 

A selection of Greek-style breads, olives, hummus

Homemade Dolmades 

Haloumi & sundried tomato salsa

Paired with: Goats Do Roam Rose 2017

Starters

Prawn Saganaki & zucchini Fritter

Paired with: Fairview Viognier 2016

Main Course

Baked lamb Meatballs with crushed potatoes, aubergine puree & rosemary jus

Paired with: Fairview Caldera 2016

Dessert

Greek style fresh cheese & yoghurt tart served with an apricot compote

Paired with: Bloemcool De Jager 2016

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I love the Mezze! Mezze is Greek for “finger foods”. Haloumi is goats cheese, and one of my absolute favourites. When grilled or fried, it has a slightly salty taste but with the fresh tomato salsa, it was just perfect.

Now Dolmades are pickled vine leaf wrapped rice savouries. They look a bit like green spring rolls. I was pleasantly surprised as they tasted better than I had imagined. Not too sour not too sweet, a delicate infusion of Greece danced on my lips.

The best part of the meal, other than my company, of course, had to be the lamb meatballs. Plated to perfection with the pureed aubergine. This carnivorous heart lapped up every morsel of meat on her plate.

The staff were friendly, the vibe was right, what a great evening what a good night!

With the goats tucked away in their turrets and our tummies well fed, it was time to go, off to bed.

 

We hope you’re enjoying the holiday season! Our goats are also taking some time out for some rest and relaxation. You might not be able to see the television from this angle, but Billy here has just fallen asleep binge-watching all of the series that have been on his to-watch list since October. #Fairview #Holiday #GoatoftheWeek . . . . #wine#wines#handcrafted#craft#artisan#nature#vineyard#africa#artisinal#vino#fairtrade#southafrica#environment#handmade#spring#winelover#instawine#winetasting#winelovers#drinks#vin#winery#farm#authentic#photograph#goat

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Ok enough of me waxing lyrical, if you would like to experience Goatshed for yourself here’s where to find them:

Address:  Fairview Wine Estate, Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd, Suider Paarl, Paarl, 7647

Website: https://www.fairview.co.za/goatshed/

Telephone: +27 21 863 3609

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Thank you, Fairview for the invitation and lovely dinner treat!