Winemaker Dinners

Calluna Vineyards Winemaker Dinner

For David Jeffrey, Calluna has been a longtime dream.  His love for old world, classically styled wines inspired him to create a winery of his own.  In 2001 his journey began and has taken him around the world to learn his craft and led his family to a hilltop in the middle of Sonoma County. It’s here that they staked out their vineyard from bare land, created a family and began making the wines they are proud to share with you on June 26th. Chef Noelle has created a stunning menu to pair with David's classically styled wines.  John & Noelle invite you you join ...

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Bramare-Vina Cobos Wine Dinner

Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring: Matt Hobbs BRAMARE-VINA COBOS  Wednesday  |   May 22, 2019  |  7:00 pm -------------------------------------------------------------- PAIRING MENU First Course Tuna Crudo, Artichoke Puree, Fresh Citrus, Pea Sprouts, Smoked Paprika Potato Croquette, Chorizo, Almond Pesto 2017 Los Arbolitos Chardonnay  2017 Marchiori Chardonnay Second Course Serrano Ham wrapped Shrimp, Baked Polenta, Manchego Mussels, Garlic Confit, Saffron Broth, White Beans 2016 Cocodrilo Corte ...

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Hartford Family Winemaker Dinner

Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring: Jeff Stewart, Winemaker HARTFORD FAMILY WINERY  Wednesday  |   April 24, 2019  |  7:00 pm -------------------------------------------------------------- PAIRING MENU Arrival 2018 Rosé of Pinot Noir Russian River Valley First course Cream of Broccoli Soup, fried gruyere Beef Carpaccio, truffle béchamel, arugula 2016 Fog Dance Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2016 Stone Côte Vineyard Chardonnay Russian River Valley Second course Charred Heirloom Cherry Tomato, ...

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  • March 28, 2019

Joseph Jewel Winemaker Dinner

Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring: Adrian Manspeaker, Owner/Winemaker JOSEPH JEWELL WINES  Wednesday  |   March 27, 2019  |  7:00 pm   When friends and winemakers Micah Joseph Wirth and Adrian Jewell Manspeaker teamed up in 2006, they made their first wine in a Windsor garage. With two French oak barrels, a small basket press, and just one ton of Russian River Valley grapes, they produced 50 cases of a single-vineyard Pinot Noir. With no winery affiliation or property of their own, they combined ...

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Booker Winemaker Dinner

Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring: Eric Jensen, Owner/Winemaker BOOKER WINES Wednesday  |   February 27, 2019  |  7:00 pm PAIRING MENU 2017 Booker Vineyard White First Course Beet and goat cheese tartine, walnut pesto Crab toast, candied fennel, parmesan 2016 Booker Vineyard Ripper  EXT 22 Grenache Second Course Fried Chicken Slider, black cherry BBQ sauce, Cabbage Slaw Truffle Mac & Cheese 2016 Booker Vineyard Oublie  EXT 22 [GSM] Third Course Shaved Wild Mushroom Ragu, Creamy Polenta ...

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  • February 2, 2019

Clos Solène Winemaker Dinner

Rustic Kitchen Presents… Our Next Dining Event Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring: Guillaume Fabre, Owner/Winemaker Clos Solène Wednesday  |   December 5, 2018  |  7:00 pm PAIRING MENU First Course Golden Beet Carpaccio, Fried Capers, Watercress Salad Truffle Turnip Fries, Blue Cheese Fondue 2017 Hommage Blanc, Paso Robles Second Course Baked Salmon En Croute, Coarse Mustard Crumb, Champagne Butter Sauce Butternut Squash and Pork Belly Tartlet 2016  Fleur de Solène, Paso Robles Third ...

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  • November 7, 2018

Palmina Winemaker Dinner

Rustic Kitchen Presents… Our Next Dining Event Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring: Steve Clifton, Owner/Winemaker Palmina  |   La Voix Winery Wednesday  |   October 24, 2018  |  7:00 pm PAIRING MENU Arrival 2017 Palmina Vermintino Santa Ynez Valley First Course Seared Scallop, Persimmon Puree, Pistachio Pesto, Fried Gruyere 2016 LA VOIX "Here & Heaven" Chardonnay Sta Rita Hills 2015 LA VOIX  "Rebel Rebel" Pinot Noir Central Coast Second Course Five Onion Bisque Duck Leg Confit, Pecan ...

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  • September 27, 2018

Tamber Bey Winemaker Dinner

Rustic Kitchen Presents… Our Next Dining Event Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery at the RK's Tamber Bey Winemaker Dinner Featuring: Barry Waitte,  Founder/Vintner Wednesday  |  September 26, 2018  |  7:00 pm PAIRING MENU Arrival 2015 Tamber Bey Chardonnay Deux Chevaux Vineyard Yountville First Course Grilled Melon  prosciutto Lobster and Blistered Corn Chowder  tempura claw 2016 Tamber Bey Pinot Noir Sun Chase Vineyard Sonoma Coast Second Course Steak Tartar  capers  coarse mustard, toast Fr...

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Epoch Estate Winemaker Dinner

Rustic Kitchen Presents… Our Next Dining Event Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery at the RK's Epoch Estate Winemaker Dinner   Featuring: Jordan Fiorentini, Vice President of Winemaking & Vineyards Thursday  |  August 2, 2018  |  7:00 pm More about Jordan PAIRING MENU Arrival 2017 Epoch Estate Rosé Paso Robles  First Course Fig Toast, Point Reyes Blue Cheese Fried Oyster, Sauteed Spinach, Walnut Cream Sauce 2017 Epoch Estate White Paso Robles Second Course Braised Chicken, Crispy Skin, Yellow ...

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Backsberg Winemaker Dinner

Dinner with the Winemaker:   An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring: SIMON BACK, 4th Generation Owner/CEO &  Head of  Winemaking Wednesday   May 2.  2018   7:00 pm WINES AND PAIRING MENU Arrival 2017 Backsberg Pinotage Rosé First Course Whipped Ricotta, Apricot Blini, Tempura Fried Spring Onion, Parsley Aioli 2017 Backsberg Chenin Blanc 2017 Backsberg Family Reserve White Second Course Curried Mussels, Charred Bread, Glazed Pork Belly, Cauliflower Rice 2014 Backsberg Pinotage Third Course Seared Beef Tenderloin, Dark ...

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