Exploring Wine at La Silhouette

Located at 362 West 53rd

Recently opened on 53^rd Street in Hell’s Kitchen, La Silhouette is the latest entry in French haute cuisine in the Theater District. Yesterday a friend and I dined here prior to seeing a show at 8 pm. (FYI: House of Blue Leaves is seriously good.)

From the former General Manager of Le Bernardin, La Silhouette needs some work on décor but the actual menu is amazing. I personally recommend both the Wild Burgundy Snail Risotto and the Mustard Crusted Lamb Loin. The wine list is a little less robust than other high-profile restaurants but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some stellar options.

Sommelier Doreen Walker is recently new to the city (she had previously been at Steak Frites) but I was very impressed by the collection of French wines, particularly from Burgundy and Bordeaux.

The two of us yesterday selected the 2007 Private Reserve Margaux, by Chateau Kirwan. This wine paired perfectly with my lamb since it was fuller-bodied and definitely on the dryer side. There was a very earthy note that I detected with some nice spices and rosy flavors. The tannins were very smooth and I would have definitely enjoyed this wine just on its own.

So if you find yourself in the Theater District, over that cluster**** of Times Square and make a reservation at La Silhouette!