Winemaker Dinners
Tercero Winemaker Dinner May 23 2024
Rustic Kitchen is proud to announce our next winemaker dinner, featuring
With Special Guest – Larry Schaffer, Winemaker
Thursday May 23, 2024
FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU COMING SOON
ARRIVAL - 6:30 pm
amuse-bouche
Blue Cheese, Plum Reduction, Brioche Toast, Candied Bacon
2022 Nouveau Mourvedre, Santa Barbara County
DINNER - 7:00 pm
1st course
Smoked Salmon Cheesecake, Apricot Jam, Aged Balsamic
2016 Grenache Blanc, Santa Barbara County
Plum Glazed Pork Belly, Gruyere Polenta, Crispy Shallots
2020 Grenache, Spear Vineyard
2nd course
Crab Cake, Veal ...
Lone Madrone Winemaker Dinner
Rustic Kitchen is proud to announce our next winemaker dinner, featuring
With Special Guest – Jordan Collins, Winemaker
Thursday April 25, 2024
FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU
ARRIVAL - 6:30 pm
amuse-bouche
Apricot Toast
cambazola fonduta, pecans
2022 Points West White, Paso Robles
DINNER - 7:00 pm
1st course
Tuna Crudo
scarlet pear, basil pine nut pesto, radish, blood orange vinaigrette, Almond crusted goat cheese
2022 Chenin Blanc, Chen Vineyard, Adelaida District, Paso Robles
2nd course
Baked Crab-Stuffed Clams
pancetta, gruyere and cauliflower ...
CHEV-CIRQ Winemaker Dinner
Rustic Kitchen is proud to announce our next winemaker dinner, featuring
With Special Guest – Jeremiah Timm, Winemaker
Having dreamt of one day owning their own vineyards and estate winery, Michael and Sarah Browne (Co-Founders of Kosta Browne) founded Browne Family Wines in 2018. Jeremiah Timm worked for Michael Browne at Kosta Browne for over 10 years, working his way from Enologist to Director of Winery Operations. He eventually left Kosta Browne to explore the world of Cabernet. After a chance meeting in 2018, he reunited with Michael Browne and his team at ...
Reynvaan Winemaker Dinner February,15 2024
Rustic Kitchen is proud to announce our next winemaker dinner, featuring
With Special Guest – Matt Reynvaan, Winemaker
Thursday February 15, 2024
FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU
6:30 pm Arrival/Reception
amuse-bouche
Ginger Pineapple Shrimp on Endive
2022 Queens Road White Blend, Walla Walla Valley
7:00 pm Dinner
1st Course
Charred Octopus
nicoise olive puree, warm cambazola, garlic toast, micro arugula
2018 Foothills Reserve Estate Syrah, Walla Walla Valley
(*96 points Jeb Dunnuck)
2nd Course
Fried Quail
rustic cherry stuffing, pancetta, ...
Sojourn Winemaker Dinner January 21 2024
Sojourn Cellars and Rustic Kitchen are teaming up for
the next RK Winemaker Dinner, Featuring…
With Special Guest – Randy Bennett, Winemaker
Introducing their new labels!
Sunday January 21, 2024 – 6:30 pm
FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU
arrival / amuse-bouche
Mini Fried Burrata
lemon curd aioli, golden apple
NV Brut Méthode Champenoise Sparkling, Sonoma County
1st course
Smoked Scallops
truffle zest, beurre blanc, nicoise olives, pancetta, grilled radicchio, pear vinaigrette
2022 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
2nd course
Prosciutto ...
Kaena Winemaker Dinner
Rustic Kitchen Presents..
Dinner with the Winemaker
An intimate evening of exploration and discovery with
Special Guest - Mikael Sigouin, Owner/Winemaker
Thursday December 7, 2023 - 7:00 pm
FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU COMING SOON
amuse-bouche
Marinated Golden Beet, Grapefruit & Green Apple
roasted lemon vinaigrette, warm brie nage
2021 Kaena Hapa Blanc Santa Ynez Valley
1st course
Black Cod
sage potato gratin, garlic spinach souffle, black cherry pan sauce
2020 Kaena Ali’i Grenache Ballard Canyon
2nd course
Seared Beef Carpaccio
truffle fondue, ...
Andis Winemaker Dinner
Rustic Kitchen Presents..
Dinner with the Winemaker
An intimate evening of exploration and discovery with
Special Guest - Lorenzo Muslia, Partner/Winemaker
The soils in the Sierra Foothills are special. The microclimates and varying elevations hide unique opportunities; capable of growing a vast selection of varietals, including grapes traditionally considered obscure to California. In 2009, Janis and her husband, Andy Friedlander, found this stretch of land and they embarked on a journey to build a state of the art winemaking facility with two tenets; design a ...
Alta Colina Winemaker Dinner
Rustic Kitchen Presents..
Dinner with the Winemaker;
An intimate evening of exploration and discovery with
Special Guest - Maggie Tillman, Owner
Founded in 2003, Alta Colina is among Paso Robles’ most accomplished estate Rhone producers. Run by father/daughter team, Bob and Maggie Tillman, Alta Colina focuses on impeccable farming and absolute quality every vintage. Home to a beautiful estate and the Trailer Pond vintage trailer campground, Alta Colina embodies Paso’s casual polish and fun.
Thursday October 5, 2023 - 7:00 pm
FOUR COURSE PAIRING ...
Ed Kurtzman Winemaker Dinner
An intimate evening of exploration and discovery with
With Special Guest - Ed Kurtzman, Winemaker/Owner
Thursday August 24, 2023 - 7:00 pm
FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU
Arrival
2022 Mansfield-Dunne Rosé Peterson Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands
1ST Course
tuna tartar, sweet apple miso, charred lemon, prosciutto wrapped melon, aged balsamic vinaigrette
2019 August West Chardonnay Cortada Alta Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands
2nd Course
lavender and ricotta stuffed squash blossom, pan seared salmon, champagne butter sauce
2019 Mansfield-Dunne Pinot Noir ...
Bookwalter Winemaker Dinner
An intimate evening of exploration and discovery with
With Special Guest - John Bookwalter, Vintner
Thursday July 27, 2023 - 7:00 pm
FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU
1ST Course
nectarine, blue cheese, prosciutto salad,
floral vinaigrette, toasted almond crusted scallop, citrus hollandaise
2021 “Double Plot” Chardonnay Columbia Valley
2nd Course
Fig and goat cheese tart, duck confit, micro arugula, aged balsamic
2019 “Readers” Merlot Columbia Valley
Truffled Wild Mushroom Risotto, warm brie, black garlic
2021 “Readers” Syrah Columbia ...