River of Delights A culinary journey along the river Moselle

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1 SM R May 16th, 2011 Gala Dinner River of Delights A culinary journey along the river Moselle Christening Cruise of the AVALON PANORAMA German Food & Wine Pairing Dinner presented by VALON W A T E R W A Y S Legendary river cruises. Inspired design.

2 Cochem Remich If the wine world held a beauty contest, the 2,000-year-old vine-yards of the curvy Koblenz Moselle Valley would be an Cochem easy winner. The steep slopes that produce some of Bernkastel the best Rieslings on the planet are an evertrier changing delight to the eyes as well as the palate, and represent one of those rare times when the collaboration of man and nature turned out exactly right. - John Allemang Wine Pairing Brogsitter Wine Menu Composition / Executive Chef Stefan Bloch Chef Michal Zambersky The river near Remich (Luxembourg) Avalon Affinity performed by: on the German part of the Moselle river Peter Vadan and the restaurant and bar crew of the MS VA L ON TM PA N O RA M A La Moselle The Source Enjoy!

3 Notes: La Moselle France Amuse Bouche - SMOKED MOSELLE TROUT - - on a Dialogue of Red Onions and Regional Cucumbers - With Compliments of the Galley Appetizer - FRENCH FOIS GRAS - - with a Ragout of Seasoned Apples from the Upper Moselle Valley - Wine: 2009 Trittenheimer Apotheke, Riesling Spätlese see next page

4 Wine: 2009 Trittenheimer Apotheke - Riesling - Spätlese Mosel Valley The late harvesting of the Riesling grapes which grow on the steep slate slopes of the well-known Moselle Trittenheimer Apotheke, give this wine particular character and finesse. The slate rock on the slopes absorbs the sun's warmth during the day and releases it back at night, thereby reducing temperature fluctuations. The slate also gives the wine its taste and distinctive character. The extremely steep slopes up to 70%, are on the right bank of the Moselle, in a south-west and west direction. Until the year 1909 the vintners had to use a ferry to get to their vineyards, after which a bridge was built. This wine has an aroma of ripe peaches, lively and fresh, yet mild in taste. This is an agreeable Riesling with a harmonious structure. We recommend this wine mainly with fish, white meats, to deserts or to be enjoyed on its own alcohol 8.0 % vol; acidity 7.9 g/l; sugars g/l; 2009 Brilliance Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) - Spätlese Rheinhessen The vines are grown on the sunny slopes of the Hügelland Rheinhessen where the soil has a deep nutrient content and sufficient moisture. Our vintners in Rheinhessen cultivate the wine following strict quality guidelines, and bottle the wine using the most modern technology. The elegant, late harvested Pinot Blanc has a clear and smooth character. This wine convinces with a delicate, full, fruity bouquet and accompanies perfectly white meat, fish, poultry and pasta. alcohol 12.3 % vol; acidity 6.3 g/l; sugars 6.7 g/l; 2009 Brilliance Chardonnay - Spätlese - dry Pfalz A harmonious Chardonnay wine from our vintners in the Pfalz region. This wine is carefully and naturally produced in our private cellars with modern methods. The long growing season, well into the autumn, results in optimal fruit aromas. Golden color. It contains aromas of melon, ripe apricots and a hint of marzipan. This wine is a harmonious companion to seafood, antipasti, and terrines. Above all It goes perfectly well with asparagus, fish or poultry and cheese; alcohol 12.4 % vol; acidity 6.4 g/l; sugars 4.9 g/l; La Moselle France Cheese - PLATEAU DE FROMAGE - - French Cheese Platter with Crackers, Nuts and Grapes - Wine: 2009 Pino B - Cuvée Dessert - TRIO OF STRAWBERRIES - - Parfait, Mousse and Marinated Strawberries from the Rhineland Palatinate Area - Wine: Rosée de Saumon - Pinot Noir Brut - COFFEE & TEA -

5 Musel Wine: 2009 Pino B - Cuvée Rheinhessen This wine of Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder) and a local varietal (Frühburgunder) grapes is aged for some time in barrique barrels. Its intensive aromas of ripe cherries and blackberries carry hints of caramel. It is particulalry smooth and full on the palate. The wine has a juicy fruitiness and a good structure of tannin - a certain elegance with a finesse. This lively wine goes well with fresh and opulent aromas such as cheese, but is also a nice companion to dark meat, grills, or salad with a spicy vinaigrette sauce. alcohol: 13.5 %vol; acidity 4.9 g/l; sugars 1.9 g/l Luxembourg Soup - WHITE CAPPUCINO CREAM GRAND DUC JEAN FELIX - with the Essence of Regionally Grown Tomato Hearts - Wines: 2009 Brilliance Pinot Blanc - Spätlese - dry First Course - LULTZHAUSEN PIKE PERCH GRILLED - with Aubergine Mousseline and Saffron on a Chardonnay Sauce - Wines: 2009 Brilliance Chardonnay - Spätlese - dry AVALON PANORAMA in front of Kaub Castle in the Romantic Rhein Valley Rosé du Saumon - Sparkling Wine - Rosé This spakling wine has a delicate rosé color, a fruity and animated bouquet and is ideal to start or finish a meal. It was rated best German Rosé with 5 stars, at the Premium Select Wine Challenge of the wine magazine Selection at the ProWein alcohol: 12.2 %vol; acidity 4.54 g/l; sugars g/l Intermezzo - ORANGE SORBET - of French Champagne -

6 Wine: The Ahr Valley: With 1,285 acres / 520 hectares of vineyards, the Ahr Valley is the biggest area for the production of red wine, in Germany The Eiffel range serves as protection, and with the influence of milder air from the Ahr and the Rhine rivers, the valley has an almost Mediterranean climate. Ancient stone paths among the vineyards tell of centuries of vintner tradition. The slate soil and the craggy rock formations absorb the heat during the day which is released onto the vines again at night. The precious Spätburgunder-vine ( Pinot Noir ) is dominant in the Ahr Valley AD ARAM - Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) - Barrique Ahr Valley A great wine grown in the best location and aged in small oak barrels ( barrique ). You will be enchanted by this wine. This wine has a balanced bouquet of aromas of wild berries and nuances of precious spices. It is not too heavy but strong in character. The fruity aroma of morello cherries lingers on the tongue quite some time. It is an ideal companion to veal and venison dishes. alcohol 14.0 % vol; acidity 4.9 g/l; sugars 2.3 g/l 2010 Brogsitter No 1 - Blanc de Noir Ahr Valley 2010 Cuvée Blanc Le Chant du Moulin - Ahr Valley Red Ahr Valley - Spätburgunder - grapes (Pinot Noir) are pressed to a white juice in a special process used also in the making of champagne. This way, as a specialty of the Ahr Valley, a white wine is made from red grapes. This wine has the strength and lack of acidity of a Pinot Noir and the fresh and fruity elegance of a not too heavy white wine. alcohol 11.9 % vol; acidity 6.0 g/l; sugars 5.71 g/l Much love has gone into creating this cuvée. The combination of Riesling and Pinot Blanc grapes results in a firework of freshness and elegance. Tender aromas of white fruit and peaches are its characteristics. It is a light, uncomplicated and agreeable white wine and a universal companion to food or to enjoy on its own. Particularly good it accompanies Italian antipasti as well as fish dishes, white meats and salads. alcohol 11.5 % vol; acidity 7.9 g/l; sugars 8.9 g/l Die Mosel Germany Main Course - MEDAILLONS OF VEAL TENDERLOIN - - on Morel Sauce with Young Vegetables and German Kartoffel-Soufflé - Wine: 2009 AD ARAM - Pinot Noir - Barrique or - ROAST FILET OF WILD SALMON FROM THE UPPER SAAR RIVER - - with Herbed Butter, Spinach Risotto and Tomato Gratin - Wine: 2010 Brogsitter No 1 - Blanc de Noir or Vegetarian - ÜBERBACKENER GEMÜSEAUFLAUF HUNSRÜCK STYLE - - Vegetables Gratin with Kartoffelklösschen - Wine: 2010 Ahr Cuvée Blanc