Winemaker Dinners

In addition to the exciting series of events taking place at this year's festival, attendees get the opportunity to take part in a number of Winemaker Dinners taking place at participating fine dining restaurants throughout the city.   Winemaker Dinners will be held November 18 & 19. Each dinner features wines selected from a winemaker and restaurant featured at this year's festival.  

Winemaker dinners will be announced on an ongoing basis so check back frequently to reserve your space.

Wednesday Dinners (November 18, 2009)

TBA
November 18, 2009
6:30 p.m.
$000 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity

 

Thursday Dinners (November 19, 2009)

The Art of Thomas Arvid, The Wines of Quintessa
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine bar

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, AT 6:30 PM
$125 PER GUEST This event sold out quickly last year, and space is limited

Please call 619-237-1155 to secure your place.

We are delighted to welcome celebrated artist Thomas Arvid for a celebration of food, wine and art. Thomas Arvid's work is imbued with his passion for wine, its rituals and complexities. His photo-realistic paintings are in high demand by wine enthusiasts and have been featured in Wine Spectator, US Art, and Art World News. Our 5-course dinner menu will be paired with selections from one of Mr. Arvid's favorite wineries, QUINTESSA.

PASSED APPETIZERS
Poached Scallop with a Citrus Zest Vinaigrette on a
Wonton Crisp alongside Prosciutto-Wrapped Apples
VERAMONTE, Sauvignon Blanc
Casablanca Valley Chile, 2008

SECOND COURSE
King Crab with a Mustard Aioli over Mixed
Field Greens, Shallot and Basil Vinaigrette ILLUMINATION, Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley, 2008

THIRD COURSE
Australian Lamb Chop with Mint-Infused Oil over
fresh Arugula, finished with a Blackberry Vanilla Sauce
FAUST, Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, 2006

ENTRÉE
A Charred Filet Mignon over Grilled Fingerling Potatoes
and Belgian Endive, finished with a Black Cherry Jus
QUINTESSA, Napa Valley, 2005

DESSERT
A Selection of Savory Cheeses paired with
Seasonal Chutneys
QUINTESSA, Napa Valley, 2006

Locatoion:
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine bar, 380 K Street, San Diego, 92101

 

 

The Ivy Hotel's Ultra Lounge and Wine Bar Presents..
'The Versatile and Tasty Tapas Pairing'
Featuring The Award Winning Hall Wines

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, AT 7:00- 9:00 PM
$0* PER GUEST

Ivy's sexy new addition to the world of wine, The Ultra Lounge and Wine Bar, is hosting a tapas and wine pairing featuring Hall Winery and our signature Ultra Lounge bites. Lead by Lindsay Pomeroy, San Diego's Wine Smarty and wine director for the lounge, this event is sure to ignite your palate as we venture through the delicate art of food and wine pairing. Hall Winery will tantalize your palate with their rich and mouth-filling wines, all while you learn how versatile wine can be when paired with food. We will be tasting 5 of Hall Wineries famous wines and 5 foods to match.

* Details: There is no fee for this event. We welcome you as our guest for the evening.
For more info contact lindsay.pomeroy@ivyhotel.com

Location:
Ultra Lounge Wine Bar at the Ivy Hotel, 600 F Street, San Diego, 92101