We invite you to an exclusive winemaker’s dinner at the beautiful Olympic Rooftop Pavilion, featuring Kelsey Albro Itämeri of Itä Wines. Known for her innovative approach and commitment to crafting elegant, terroir-driven wines, Kelsey will guide you through a special tasting of her latest releases. Paired with a one-of-a-kind menu created by Chef Stoneburner, each course will be designed to enhance the unique flavors of Itä’s wines, offering a true celebration of the first tastes of fall and exceptional winemaking.

Join us for an intimate evening of culinary and vinous discovery, as we explore the story behind Itä Wines, Kelsey’s journey, and the art of perfect wine pairing.

The event will take place in the picturesque Olympic Rooftop Pavilion atop Hotel Ballard. Five different pours will accompany a family-style, four course meal. Mix and mingle and enjoy light hours d’oeuvres starting at 6pm. Tickets include dinner, wine pairings, and 20% gratuity that goes toward our hardworking staff who help make events like this happen.

Menu
by Stoneburner and Itä Wines

First
Dueling Semillon - Semillon 1/2 and Semillon 2/2 2022 poured alongside each other (Les Collines Vineyard)
St. Jude Tuna Tataki—shishito/galia melon/tangerine oil
Blue Pool Oysters on The Halfshell—kombu infused soy/sesame

Second
Rosé of Primitivo 2022 (Les Collines Vineyard)
24hr Cured King Salmon—beets/huckleberries/smoked labneh

Third
Pinot Noir 2021 (Breezy Slope Vineyard)
Farmers Cheese Gnocchi—sofrito & foraged mushrooms

Fourth
Syrah 2020 (Les Collines Vineyard)
60 day Dry aged Steak Florentine—roasted cauliflower/brown butter hollandaise/nicola golden potatoes & bay