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Signature Wine Dinner – August 2022

Six Delectable Courses with Perfectly Paired Wines
Limited Availability

We invite you to join us for our Signature Wine Dinner. Showcasing a Lescombes family collaboration between our Executive Chef and our Winemakers, this experience will highlight a symphony of perfectly paired flavors.

August Wine Dinner Menu & Wine Pairings

Soup

Smoked Tomato Gazpacho | Heritage Brut

Appetizer

Coquilles Saint Jacques | Heritage Pinot Noir

Salad

Pickled Watermelon & Frisee Salad | Heritage Rosé

Main

Chilean Seabass w/ Basil Pesto, Fregula, Spinach, Roasted Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, and Grilled Summer Squash | Heritage Semillon

Cheese Course

Variety of Cheeses | Limited Release Petite Sirah

Dessert

Mango Tartlet w/ Blueberries & Chantilly Cream | 6-3-1 Signature Malvasia-Riesling

Schedule

Alamogordo – August 16th, 6:30 pm – SOLD OUT
Las Cruces – August 17th, 6:30 pm – SOLD OUT
Santa Fe – August 23rd, 6:30 pm – Santa Fe tickets
Albuquerque – August 24th, 6:30 pm – SOLD OUT

$85/person | $75/club members
RESERVE SEATS
Special Events

Signature Wine Dinner – March 2022

Six Delectable Courses with Perfectly Paired Wines
Individual Tables
Limited Availability

We invite you to join us for our Signature Wine Dinner. Showcasing a Lescombes family collaboration between our Executive Chef and our Winemakers, this experience will highlight a symphony of perfectly paired flavors.

Wine Dinner Menu & Wine Pairings

Amuse Bouché

Crab Cakes | Heritage Brut

Salad

Frisee Salad with Roasted Beets & Pecans | Heritage Chardonnay

Appetizer

Bison Carpaccio | Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon

Main

Elk Tenderloin with Celery Root Puree & Roasted Carrots | Limited Release Petit Verdot

Cheese Course

Variety of Cheeses | 6-3-1 Signature Merlot

Dessert

Maple Butterscotch Profiterole | St. Clair Special Reserve Kiva

Wine Dinner Schedule

Alamogordo – March 22nd, 6:30 pm
Las Cruces – March 23rd, 6:30 pm
Santa Fe – March 29th, 6:30 pm
Albuquerque – March 30th, 6:30 pm

$85/person | $75/club members
RESERVE SEATS
Special Events

Valentine’s Day Feature – Four Course Dinner

February 11th, 12th, and 14th, 2022 | 4:00 pm – Close

Join us for a special Valentine’s Day feature. We’ll be serving a four-course dinner for two paired with our D.H. Lescombes Heritage Rosé.

The dinner will include your choice of soup or salad, your preferred entree, and your preferred dessert. Make your reservations today as this dinner will fill up fast!

Available in Albuquerque, Alamogordo, and Las Cruces. | $130/couple

Four-Course Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu

Appetizer | Nosh Board for two

Soup/Salad | Mushroom Bisque -or- Grilled Caesar Salad

Entrée | Filet Mignon – brandy cream sauce + roasted fingerling potatoes + roasted Brussels sprouts -or- Shrimp Scampi – linguini

Dessert | Tiramisu -or- New York Style Cheesecake – raspberry sauce

Wine Pairing | Heritage Rosé – one glass per person -or- one bottle per couple for wine club members

Reserve your table today:

Albuquerque Online Reservations -or- by phone: 505.317.3998

Alamogordo Online Reservations -or- by phone: 575.616.5595

Las Cruces Online Reservations -or- by phone: 575.524.2408

Special Events

Thanksgiving Day | Thanksgiving Wine Pairing

Give Thanks this Holiday Season

In the past, we have typically celebrated with our annual Thanksgiving Buffet or our special plated Thanksgiving Dinner. This year, were are doing a special Family Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go.

Our guests across New Mexico have always supported and celebrated with us on these special days, and we are grateful for each one of you that has included us as part of your celebrations.

Thanksgiving Holiday Closure

We have decided to close our locations on Thanksgiving Day. This will allow our hard-working employees to enjoy the day with their families.

Now more than ever, our employees have continually shown up, worked hard, and dedicated themselves to the passion and excellence we strive for. Each and every day, the experience we are so proud to offer our guests is because of our employees.

We are grateful to each of our employees for the work they do. We are also grateful to all of our guests and wine club members for your support, understanding, and continued patronage.

3 Suggestions for Thanksgiving Wine Pairing

Our hope is that Thanksgiving 2021 will be happy, healthy, and memorable for each of you. Since we are closed this year, we are offering our suggestions for three wines for a Thanksgiving wine pairing experience we think you’ll love!

A lot of different variables go into what makes a perfect Thanksgiving wine pairing. For our picks, we chose three very different wines. Each one has strengths depending on what you’ll be serving. Also, keep in mind, personal preference also plays a role. When in doubt, drink what you like. But, also don’t be afraid to try something new.

1. D.H. Lescombes Heritage Series Chardonnay

This special wine is a result of many years of perfecting our farming, winemaking techniques, and oak implementation. We use our own highly aromatic Chardonnay grapes from New Mexico’s largest family-owned vineyard.

The flavor profile leans to a lightly creamy texture with notes of bread, almond, soft minerals, and oak. Because of the processes used to craft this wine, it is highly palatable and perfect with Thanksgiving holiday foods. Secondly, due to its palatable and food-friendly nature, it makes a good all-around pair.

2. D.H. Lescombes Limited Release Renaissance

Our Heritage Renaissance is continually one of our guest and employee favorites. Because this wine strikes a nice balance between velvety fruit and spiced tannins, it is a nice choice for Thanksgiving meals. Secondly, if your holiday meal consists of ham, this red wine creates a pair that can’t be beaten. Since it is a remarkably food-friendly wine, it’ll also play nice with the rest of your holiday menu plans.

3. D.H. Lescombes Heritage Bellissimo

Talk about a perfect celebration wine! Our Bellissimo makes a perfect pair not only because it’s sweet and bubbly. In addition, Bellissimo is ideal because if you celebrate a New Mexico-style Thanksgiving, it makes a perfect accompaniment. What’s a “New Mexico-style Thanksgiving,” you ask? For starters, try red chile on your mashed potatoes. Or secondly, take it all the way and have tamales and enchiladas!

No matter if you are serving a “traditional” Thanksgiving dinner, or introducing a more regional tradition, Bellissimo will fit in very nicely.

In Conclusion

When it comes to wine pairing, it’s an art and a science. There are general guidelines for enjoying the best pairings. But, when it comes down to personal preferences, drink what you like. You can browse our online wine store to see what might fit your taste. No matter what wine and food you choose, we send our wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving!

News, Special Events

Supporting LOCAL FOOD BANKS WITH A WINE RELEASE PARTY

Combining the release of one of our top-tier wines and some specially-paired bites, we are planning an evening to delight guests across the state of New Mexico—and using it as an opportunity to support a worthy cause; to fund local food banks.

The new wine release, D.H. Lescombes Limited Release 2014 Petit Verdot, is one of the Lescombes family’s favorite varietals due to its consistent fruit production and bold, hardy character.

“We mature each of our Limited Release wines on French oak for at least one year,” explains Melissa Landeros,
Winemaker at St. Clair. “In this case, we aged for three years on oak and an additional year in the bottle which
resulted in a softer, well-balanced wine.”

Release party guests will be presented with a glass of the newest release alongside wine-inspired hors-d’oeuvres selected by St. Clair Winery Chefs. Guests will also have access to purchase from the limited supply at the event, ahead of the public release scheduled for February 15th.

“Our D.H. Lescombes Limited Release wines are a selection of the best varietals grown and crafted in New Mexico,” noted Melissa Landeros, Winemaker. “The entire process—in the vineyard, in the barrel, and into the bottle—is controlled and monitored carefully to ensure it reaches its full potential.”

The admission fee of $15 per person is being donated in full to local food banks in New Mexico including Roadrunner Food Bank, Echo Food Bank in Farmington, and The Food Depot in Santa Fe. All three non-profit organizations are focused on the goal of ending hunger in New Mexico. St. Clair is encouraging guests to reserve their spot by purchasing tickets in advance since space is limited.

What: Release Party for D.H. Lescombes 2014 New Mexico Petit Verdot Limited Release                                                                                                     Where: St. Clair locations in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Farmington, Deming, and Hervé Wine Bar in Santa Fe
When: January 9, Las Cruces | January 11, Deming | January 14, Farmington | January 15, Santa Fe |
January 16, Albuquerque; 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Why: Highly-acclaimed wine & food with admission benefiting local food banks

Purchase your tickets today,  click here. 
Special Events

DH Lescombes Limited Release Renaissance Release Party

Please join us for the highly anticipated release of our D.H. Lescombes Limited Release Renaissance.

Enjoy special hors-d’oeuvres selected by our Executive Chef.

Your donation of $15 at the door will benefit MindMatters, a non-profit created to raise awareness and erase the stigma of mental illness in New Mexico.

Buy tickets online here.


Farmington – St Clair Winery & Bistro

Monday, December 3 from 6 – 8 pm

Albuquerque – St Clair Winery & Bistro 

Tuesday, December 4 from 6 – 8 pm

Santa Fe – Hervé Wine Bar 

Wednesday, December 5 from 6 to 8 pm 

Las Cruces – St Clair Winery & Bistro 

Thursday, December 6 from 6 – 8 pm

Deming – St. Clair Winery & Tasting Room  

Friday, December 7 from 6 – 8 pm 

Come join us and bring your friends to support this great cause!

Buy tickets online here.

News, Special Events

Supporting Habitat For Humanity With Wine Release Party

Combining the release of one of our most highly-acclaimed wines and some specially-paired bites, we are planning an evening to delight our guests.

“We appreciate the work that Habitat for Humanity does to enrich the lives of the families they partner with,” – Florent Lescombes, President  “We’re proud to be working with them.”

The new wine release, D.H. Lescombes Limited Release 2014 Cabernet Franc, happens to be one of the Lescombes family’s most highly-coveted varietals—and for good reason.

“We received the top award, the Sweepstakes Award, at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition back in 2009 for our Cabernet Franc,” recalls Melissa Landeros, Winemaker. “It’s a prestigious competition and to be awarded as the best red wine out of over 4,500 total entries was huge for us.”

Our release party guests will be presented with a glass of the newest release alongside wine-inspired hors-d’oeuvres selected by our chefs, including pot roast sliders, skewered herb shrimp, garden casserole, milk chocolate truffles, a station of cured meats and cheeses, and more. Guests will also have access to purchase from the limited supply at the event, ahead of the public release slated for August 20th.

“Our D.H. Lescombes Limited Release wines are a selection of the best varietals grown and crafted in New Mexico,” noted Melissa Landeros, Winemaker. “The entire process—in the vineyard, in the barrel, and into the bottle—is controlled and monitored carefully to ensure it reaches its full potential.”

The admission fee of $15 per person is being donated in full to the Habitat for Humanity’s local chapter. We encourage guests to reserve your spot by purchasing tickets in advance since space is limited.

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states. Habitat’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. St. Clair Winery is family-owned and operated by the Lescombes Family and has long supported nonprofit causes in New Mexico.

What: Release Party for D.H. Lescombes 2014 New Mexico Cabernet Franc Limited Release
Where: St. Clair locations in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Farmington, Deming, & Hervé Wine Bar in Santa Fe
When: July 25 Deming | July 26 Las Cruces | July 30 Farmington | August 2 Albuquerque | August 10 Santa Fe; 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Why: Highly-Acclaimed Wine & Food, Benefits Habitat for Humanity

For more information about Habitat for Humanity, visit habitat.org. For more information or to buy tickets, visit stclairwinery.com.

Special Events

Mother’s Day 2018

Mom’s deserve a special day!

Moms everywhere deserve at least one day to call their own—a day that they can ditch the cooking, forget the laundry, take the day off and relax. Head over to St. Clair Winery & Bistro in Albuquerque or Las Cruces to treat the moms in your life to a brunch buffet, fit-for-a-queen! The best buffet in town and a crisp mimosa are a match-made-in-heaven, especially on Mom’s special day!

“We’ll be featuring a variety of different buffet stations,” noted Manager, Javier Rocha. “We’ll have a carving station along with stations stocked with pasta, cheeses, fruit and amazing desserts.”

$27.95/person

Reservations for this special buffet on Sunday, May 13th, are strongly recommended, as it usually fills up fast. Guests will enjoy St. Clair’s fully-stocked buffet from 10 am – 4 pm, and special $5 Mimosas will be featured anytime after 12 pm.

Please note, we will be CLOSING at 4 pm on Sunday, May 13th, to allow our team members to enjoy the special evening with their families.
 
 Reservations are strongly recommended. Please call:

Las Cruces: 575-524-2408   –or–   Albuquerque: 505-243-9916

In Farmington, treat Mom to her favorite meal off our regular menu, paired with her favorite wine.

Join us in celebration of Mother’s Day in the Deming Tasting Room!
To celebrate motherhood, we are offering a complimentary slice of creamy cheesecake and special priced glasses of wine to all Mothers in the Deming Tasting room.

We are proud to give back to the women that do so much!

 

 

 

In the Press, Special Events

Teacher Appreciation Week at St. Clair Winery & Bistro

Teacher’s Appreciation Week 2018

It’s been said that teaching is the single most important profession, and we are inclined to agree. Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at St. Clair Winery & Bistro, from May 7-11. This is the fourth year in a row that we have celebrated by honoring teachers from New Mexico, Colorado and Texas with a 50% discount on their meal purchase during the promotional period.

“It’s our annual tradition to really take some time and let them know that we appreciate them and everything they do,” noted Director, Wayne Moore.

It’s not an easy job—with long hours, always changing standards and stressful evaluations. But educators all over the nation overcome these challenges and make a difference in people’s lives.

“I remember arriving in New Mexico at eleven years old,” recollects Proprietor, Florent Lescombes. “I didn’t know a single bit of English—and there I was, enrolled in Mrs. Saunder’s fifth-grade class at Alameda Elementary. It was such a supportive environment, within months I was well on my way.”

Join us for a generous discount for teacher’s appreciation week at our restaurant locations in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Farmington.

Deming St. Clair Winery & Tasting Room
As a small token of gratitude to those who do so much, starting Monday, May 7th through Friday, May 11th, St. Clair Winery in Deming invites teachers to stop by our tasting room  and enjoy a 30% discount on your entire purchase—served with a side of ‘thank you’. Just bring your school ID.

On Friday, May 11th, the public is invited to join the free event from 6  pm – 9 pm on our lush front lawn, with live music in Deming.  A selection of local wines will be on special for $5 a glass, while teachers will enjoy their additional 30% discount on both glasses and to-go bottles.

St. Clair urges the community to take the time to say thank you to teachers, whether it’s at the event, or simply in daily life.