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Battle Of The Wine Regions! An Exquisite Wine Dinner

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    Thu, May 15, 2025 (6:30 PM - 9:30 PM)

Michael's Wine Cellar
1283 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34239
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Cost: $160.00++ (includes gratuity)

It's battle of two great wine regions!


Join us for a unique experience as two amazing wine growing regions compete to be your favorites! Showcasing wines from the pinnacle of wineries from the Russian River in California and Willamette Valley, Oregon, including JoniveAristaComposition, and Bergström! Enjoy a fabulous 5-course "wine pairing" menu from Michael's award-winning chefs, while you dine in the elegant, candle-lit setting of Michael's Wine Cellar. The cuisine will be perfectly matched to accentuate the personality, texture, and elegance of the artfully-selected wines curated by international wine importer, Wilson Daniels. It's sure to be an unforgettable evening!


California Wines: Chardonnay "Estate," Jonive Wine, Russian River Valley, 2021; Pinot Noir, Arista, Russian River Valley, 2021; Pinot Noir “Lucky Well” Arista, Russian River Valley, CA, 2022


Oregon Wines: Chardonnay, Composition, Willamette Valley, 2021; Pinot Noir "Spirale", Bergström, Willamette Valley, 2021; Pinot Noir "Silice", Bergström, Willamette Valley, 2022


Other Wines: (Hors d'Oeuvres) Champagne "Grande Reserve", Gosset, Aÿ, FR, NV; (Dessert) Royal Tokaji Red Label 2018


**LIMITED SEATING** Register today!

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HORS D’OEUVRES

  • Blue Crab Beignets with Dijon Aioli & Caramelized Onions
  • Seared Ahi Tuna, Saffron Rouille and Curried Apples
  • West Coast Crispy Oyster with Spicy Strawberry Compote & Creole Remoulade

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FIRST COURSE

Seared Diver Scallop & Maine Lobster

Tomato and Lobster Bisque, Housemade Sweet Potato Ravioli,

Chives and Micro Basil


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SECOND COURSE

Pan-Roasted Veal Tenderloin

Celeriac and Carrot Purée, Morel Mushroom,

Pinot Noir Reduction, Roasted Beets & Crispy Leeks


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THIRD COURSE

Herb & Garlic-Crusted Rack of Colorado Lamb

Roasted Parsnips, Toasted Cauliflower, Baby Trumpet Mushrooms,

Truffled Demi-Glace & Crispy Potato Pavé


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DESSERT By Ray

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  • fine dining
  • connoisseur
  • wine dinner
  • california wines
  • oregon wines
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  • Florida Wine & Food Events
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