Kaena Winemaker Dinner 2026

RK Pop Up Winemaker Dinner

Thursday June 18, 2026

Kaena was launched in 2001 to showcase owner and winemaker Mikael Sigouin’s deep passion for winemaking, especially using his favorite varietal Grenache. Mikael who is part Hawaiian and raised on the Oahu shores, uses a shortened version of his given name for the brand – Kaena – which means “potential for greatness”. Known affectionately by his peers and fans as The Grenache King – Kaena produces 5000 cases of Rhone & other varietals with an emphasis on Grenache.

Special Guest – Mikael Sigouin, Owner/Winemaker

We are super excited to be able to host Mikael and his Kaena wines again!

Created and hosted by John Fanaris, Certified Sommelier & Chef Noelle Fanaris.

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FOUR COURSE PAIRING MENU 

AMUSE BOUCHE – 6:30pm

Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Stack

pink grapefruit vinaigrette

2024 Kaena Grenache Rosé, Santa Ynez Valley

DINNER – 7:00pm

1st Course

Crab and Sweet Corn Cake

prosciutto, grilled romaine, hibiscus oil

2024 Kaena Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez Valley

2nd Course

Crispy Skin Jidori Chicken Breast

savory gruyere and cauliflower cheesecake, red pepper romesco

2023 Kaena Tierra Alta Grenache, Ballard Canyon

3rd Course

Blackberry Glazed Short Rib

caramelized fennel, rosemary carrot puree, crispy shallots   

2020 Kaena “Ronin” Red Wine, Santa Ynez Valley

34% Syrah, 31% Petit Verdot, 29% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc

2019 Kaena “Buona Terra” Red Wine, Stag Canyon Vineyard, Los Olivos District

66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Petite Verdot

Dessert Course

Caramel Peach Croissant Bread Pudding

candied pecans, chocolate wine sauce

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 $139 per person

(does not include Calif sales tax & gratuity)

 limited to a maximum of 40 guests

Click HERE to Reserve a Spot!

payment in full required to reserve a spot

Vegetarian option is available to substitute for any course due to dietary restrictions.

When paying for you ticket online, choose the “pick up today” option and pay as you normally would for an online order.  The online portal is set up to order food so it might be a bit confusing – rest assured you are paying for the correct event on the correct day.  You will receive an email confirmation/receipt shortly after your payment is made.  If you do not get a confirmation within 1 hour, please call or email us asap.

Refunds available up to 7 days prior to event, less $5 per person to cover credit card processing fees.  If less than 7 days, we will provide a credit to use for a future event if  we can fill your spot with another guest.

Location of the dinner is at The Arches in Mar Vista – 12821 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066.  If less than 30 people sign up, we may move the event to a different venue. Additional details will be emailed to you 7 days prior to the event.  

 additional questions? call or text us – 310-390-1500 or via email to rustickitchenwla@gmail.com. 

menu & wines subject to change based on availability

by purchasing a ticket and attending one of our events, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

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Chef Noelle Fanaris,  John Fanaris, Certified Sommelier – Proprietors

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