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150th Anniversary dinner with Anthony Symington
We are back at the historic Crypt of St Etheldreda’s for a wine dinner with Anthony Symington, 5th generation at Symington Family Estates and Society buyer for Portugal, Freddy Bulmer. Enjoy a four-course meal paired with a selection of wines and ports from the Symington stable.
Please note: A letter advertising this event had the date incorrectly as the 21st October – the correct date for this dinner is Wednesday 30th October.
There is unfortunately no step-free access to the Crypt of St Etheldreda’s.
Symington Family Estates have been present in the Douro for five generations. They are an integral part of the long history of Port production and a dominant force in the Port trade, owning over 2000 hectares of land in the Douro valley alone, across 27 quintas (estates) in a wide variety of locations. Along with port, they have also been producing table wines from the Douro since 1999.
The Society is delighted to welcome 5th generation, Anthony Symington to guide members and guests through a selection of these wines and ports, paired with a delicious four-course dinner prepared especially by head chef Andy Barber and the excellent Bleeding Heart team at The Crypt.
The wine and port being shown at this dinner, and the menu can be seen below. For the vegetarian alternative or to advise of any allergies/dietary restrictions please email tastings@thewinesociety.com.
There is unfortunately no step-free access to the Crypt of St Etheldreda’s.
Amuse
- Graham's White Port & Tonic
Smoked sardine, pressed heritage beetroot & horseradish crème fraiche
Starter
- Quinta da Fonta Souto Branco 2022
- Mendes & Symington Contacto 2023
Braised octopus, chorizo & squid ink risotto
Main
- Quinta da Fonte Souto Tinto 2019
- Pombal do Vesuvio 2021
- Prats + Symington Chryseia 2019 in magnum
Roasted Royal Parks venison loin, Anna potatoes, spiced red cabbage & rich chocolate & red berry jus
Dessert
- Graham’s 20 years (from 450cl)
- Graham’s 2011 Single Harvest Tawny
William pear & chestnut tart tatin, caramelised figs
Cheese
- Society’s 150th anniversary 2011 Vintage Port
- Society’s Exhibition 1980 Vintage Port
Aged goat’s cheese with fig & almond paste
Aperitif
Graham’s White Port & Tonic
Starter
Quinta da Fonte Souto Branco 2022
Mendes & Symington Contacto 2023
Main course
Quinta da Fonte Souto Tinto 2019
Pombal do Vesuvio 2021
Prats + Symington Chryseia 2019 from magnum
Dessert
Graham’s 20 Year Old Tawny from 450cl
Graham’s 2011 Single Harvest Tawny
Cheese
The Society’s 150th Anniversary 2011 Vintage Port
The Society’s Exhibition 1980 Vintage Port
Sit back, relax, and let the Tastings & Events team guide you through the wonders of food and wine pairing, whether it be at a restaurant takeover, themed dinner, Members’ lunch, or foodie masterclass. Our team will help members learn the building blocks of how the flavours and sensations in food and wine interact. The menus for the events are usually provided on registration but do let us know of any dietary or seating requirements.
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Freddy Bulmer
Freddy Bulmer joined the buying team in September 2015 having originally moved down from Yorkshire to work in Member Services as a Christmas temp in 2013. Freddy is responsible for Australia, New Zealand, Austria and Eastern Europe, as well as being buyer for beer and cider.