Join us at our next wine pairing dinner where we will explore the impact varying vineyard elevations make on Californian wine.
At our next wine pairing dinner, we will identify how the area in which grapes are grown on the slope impact the final outcome in the bottle. Mountain sides have rockier soil that drains more quickly, causing roots to dig deep to find water. While the valley floor has richer soils and vines that don’t have to reach as deep to find water. Typically, mountain-grown grapes have tannins that are tighter, stronger, and have a lot of length, requiring more time in the barrel and bottle to develop. Valley floor wines have tannins described as plush, dense, but without the same length. We will explore the comparison between the mountain produced fruit and valley produced fruit to discover their unique differences.
Our guest speaker, Chad O’Slattery, WSET II, will guide us through six wines thoughtfully paired with complementing chef-driven selections. Mr. O’Slattery is the fine wine ambassador for Trinchero in Virginia, specializing in relating wine with storytelling and representing select family wine projects around the world.
Menu:
Amuse Bouche:
Fried Oyster / lemon herb aioli / microgreens
Quattro Theory Sauvignon Blanc (2022) / Napa Valley, California
Quattro Theory Sauvignon Blanc (2022) / Napa Valley, California
First Course:
Shrimp Scampi Risotto / seared jumbo shrimp / creamy risotto / scampi sauce / fried garlic / GF
Graymore Edna Valley Chardonnay (2021) / Edna Valley, San Luis Obispo, California
Graymore Edna Valley Chardonnay (2021) / Edna Valley, San Luis Obispo, California
Second Course:
Lamb Lollipops / grilled / seasonal vegetables / mint gremolata
Bravium Signal Ridge Pinot Noir (2021) / Mendocino Ridge, California
Bravium Signal Ridge Pinot Noir (2021) / Mendocino Ridge, California
Third Course:
Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken / chicken jus / asparagus
Neyers Vineyards Sage Canyon Red (2020) / California, United States
Neyers Vineyards Sage Canyon Red (2020) / California, United States
Fourth Course:
Mama Sorrentino’s Meatball / house made / beef / pork / red sauce / ricotta espuma / grilled garlic crostini / GFO
Terra d’Oro Deaver Vineyard Zinfandel / Amador County, California
Terra d’Oro Deaver Vineyard Zinfandel / Amador County, California
Final Course:
Santa Maria Tri Tip / tomato cucumber salsa / crostini
Iron & Sand Cabernet Sauvignon (2021) / Paso Robles, California
Iron & Sand Cabernet Sauvignon (2021) / Paso Robles, California
*Foods are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Substitutions might be made depending on the availability of ingredients. To cancel, please contact the store directly. Canceling 48 hours before the event guarantees a full refund. Tickets are non-refundable if not canceled at least 48 hours in advance of the event.
