A Toast to Sophistication at J.J.A. with Opus One Wine Dinner

Following its legacy of unparalleled luxury, The St. Regis Jakarta  presents Opus One Wine Dinner as the newest culinary masterpiece at J.J.A. For one exclusive  evening on Thursday, 2nd November 2023, J.J.A. presents a meticulously curated dinner paired  with a premium selection from Opus One wine collections, offering guests a blend of modern  culinary artistry and timeless dining elegance. Hosted by Yvonne Chiong Mougin, the  distinguished Export Manager for Opus One Winery for Southeast Asia, Hong Kong,  Macau, and Taiwan, she stands as a wine industry luminary. A SHATEC-trained professional  with a Master's from Hong Kong/Edinburgh University, Yvonne made history as China's first  female sommelier in 2003. With accolades including the Australian competition award and  prominent roles at renowned establishments like Michael Angelo and Michelin-starred Jean  Georges, her vast expertise promises a wine pairing dinner of unparalleled sophistication. 

Guided by the skilled Director of Culinary, Chef Oscar Perez, and Chef de Cuisine, Rizky  Apriliana the Opus One Wine Dinner at J.J.A. offers a curated dining experience, emphasizing  product-driven dishes that honor the seasonality of ingredients. Complementing this exceptional  dining affair are guilt-free desserts curated by Executive Pastry Chef Kevin Lee, a final touch  to a delectable culinary journey that showcases the exceptional talents with premium selections  from the globally acclaimed Opus One wine collection, recognized as one of the Top Wineries  in the World and featured among the World’s Best Vineyards. 

Commencing with a welcoming glass of champagne, the curated five-course dinner begins with  the delicate taste of Smoked Oscietra "Sturia" Caviar, harmoniously paired with egg mousse,  cucumber gel, and chives, all complemented by Taittinger Champagne Brut Reserve. This is followed by succulent Hokkaido Scallops & Duck Foie Gras, accentuated with brown  onion & leek cream and rosemary oil, perfectly paired with the 2018 Roserock Chardonnay. 

The journey continues with Poulet de Bresse, featuring river yabbies and shiitake mushroom  in a cilantro double boiled herbal soup, brought to life with the 2016 Opus One. The main event  highlights the rich flavors of Yamagata A5 Sirloin, combined with glazed Japanese grapes, red  onion potato Pont Neuf, and a tarragon reduction, paired with both the 2017 and 2018 Opus  One. The finale is a Peach Composition dessert, blending peach & lime with peach sponge  cake, and a refreshing peach-coconut sorbet with fresh mint, harmonized with Overture by  Opus One. To complete the experience, guests are treated to St. Regis Praline, and a choice of  freshly brewed coffee or tea.  

The Opus One Wine Dinner at J.J.A is priced at IDR 7 million++ per person with reservations advisable in advance. For more information and reservations, please visit stregisjakarta.com or  follow Instagram @stregisjakarta for more stories.