Where Recycling has Always been in Style forgetmenotsfalmouth.com Forget Me Nots 781-8252 U.S. Route One Falmouth, Maine Tues–Fri 10–6 Sat 10–5 Sun 12–5 Now located at The Shops at Falmouth Village, 240 U.S. Route One Nowacceptingseasonal clothingandaccessories All-natural wood-fired pizza Sunday – Thursday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Tuesday Community Benefits 5–9 p.m. Delivery, takeout & dine-in. Portion of sales go to local non-profit. Live Music Acoustic every Monday 6–8 Bluegrass Thursdays twice a month Visit our Facebook to see a full list of events! All-natural wood-fired pizza Visit our Facebook to see a full list of events! 72 Commercial Street | 207-772-8777 FLATBREADCOMPANY.COM/PORTLAND The Chilled and Smoked Seafood Platter at Fore Street varies daily,with fresh selections from the deep. w i n t e r g u i d e 2 0 1 9 1 7 Cheers jen dean photo You’re the Top Our sommelier plays duets with two dazzling wine lists. By Ralph Hersom L et’s toast a resolution to drink better wine in 2019. The trick is to find spots that have interesting “by- the-glass” menus and staff who can edu- cate your palate with every sip. Fore Street’s beverage program is now guided by Stephanie Perkins. Here are some classic entrees, along with my wine by-the-glass pairings: The Chilled and Smoked Seafood Plat- ter sparkles with a glass of NV Bisol Brut Prosecco Jeio ($10) from northern Italy. It’s a great way to kick off a dinner with its abun- dance of bubbles and crisp acidity. Or 2015 Pinot Blanc, Le Cave de Ribeauville ($12). This versatile white wine from Alsace France is made from the Pinot Blanc grape which pairs perfectly with a variety of seafood. Fore Street’s signature Charcuterie dish of house-made smoked sausages, confits, rillettes, brawns, terrines, and pâtés works well with the 2015 Riesling Kabinett, Kes- seler ‘R’ ($10.75)—a great German Riesling and tough to beat with its hint of sweetness but balanced acidity. You might also go for the 2016 Bourgogne Rouge ($10.75 ) from Nicolas Potel—a French Pinot Noir. It’s one of my favorite reds to drink, but it usually comes at a hefty price tag. Luckily this is a fantastic quality/price ratio wine. This Pi- not Noir is the real thing. Another Fore Street classic is the Turn- spit Roasted Organic Maine Half Chicken Charred. Accompanied by the 2016Talley Chardonnay ($15) from California, a classic cool climate Chardonnay, this dish’s toasted black cumin sweet butter shines. I’ve been a fan of Brian Talley’s wines since my first som- melier job in San Francisco in 1994. Looking forward to a steak tonight? The Wood Grilled Natural Hanger Steak and Cipollini Onions and Greens with a tomato and horseradish vinaigrette pairs best with the 2014 Cabernet Franc, Domaine de la Chevalerie Diptyque ($13), a delicious red wine from the Loire Valley in France. You could also try the 2016 Tomero Malbec ($11) from Uco Valley. Argentine Malbec and steak? Yeah! I visited Argentina and toured vineyards and wineries, and I had more ‘Asado’ during those ten days than I have ever consumed in my life. Paired with their Malbec, it was perfect! Scales, the seafood-centric counterpart to Fore Street, is ably-managed by wine aficio- nado Michael Burke. Burke is now assisted by Adam Beckworth. This collaboration has resulted in an even stronger wine program. Order the Maine Scallop Carpaccio and sip the Gruet Brut NV ($11). This sparkling wine hails from New Mexico, and it’s abso- lutely delicious—a perfect pairing with the raw scallop dish, too. The Smoked Bluefish Paté with grilled poblano pepper relish and toasted sour- dough strikes well with the 2016 Hugel Pi- not Blanc Cuvee Les Amours ($11). This is a fantastic white blend from Alsace, France, made with Pinot Blanc and Auxerrois. Just visiting Maine? My choice pour with the Roasted Lobster is the 2016 Domaine Saint-Anthelme ($11) from Viognier. It’s not only full-bodied but wonderfully aromatic. I have one more! The Pan-Seared Arctic Char with fresh cranberry beans, guancia- le, sweet peppers, and cippolini is a perfect mate to the 2016 Holloran Vineyard Staf- ford Hill ($12) from the Willamette Valley in Oregon, one of the perfect climates for growing Pinot Noir. This medium-bodied red has hints of red fruits in the nose, along with earth and leather. n