Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley, the highly acclaimed fine art, design, and wine tasting gallery located in Yountville, introduces an alfresco dining option with, “The Artist’s Palette” Dining Experience. From May until November 2011, the series will offer vintner-hosted dinners featuring limited-production wines paired with small courses customized by chef, Cindy Pawlcyn. An extraordinary opportunity to mingle and dine with highly regarded vintners and purchase allocated wines, the series will also merge fine art with a curated gallery reception prior to dinner.
“At Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley, the appreciation of food, wine, and art are intertwined. With the Artist’s Palette Dining Experience, we offer guests the opportunity to savor each element in the intimate setting of the Ma(i)sonry sculpture garden. Each event is hosted by a winery principal who will enlighten the guests on the subtle nuances of their winemaking,” says Paul Leary, President of Blackbird Vineyards, who will host the inaugural dinner on May 7th.
The Artist’s Palette Dining Experience Schedule:
May 7 Blackbird Vineyards; Hosted by President, Paul Leary
June 18 Skipstone Ranch; Hosted by Proprietors, Fahri Diner and Jill Layman
July 23 Husic Vineyards; Hosted by Proprietors, Julie and Frank Husic
August 20 Juslyn Vineyards; Hosted by Proprietors, Perry and Carolyn Butler
October 15 Lail Vineyards; Hosted by Proprietor, Robin Lail
November 12 Renteria Wines; Hosted by Proprietor, Oscar Renteria
6:30pm – Welcome reception – Guests will be greeted with a glass of wine and a curated tour of the gallery while mingling with guests, local artists, and the featured vintner.
7:15pm - Dinner in the courtyard – Guests will enjoy a sumptuous dinner designed especially for the occasion by Chef Cindy Pawlcyn, who will employ her signature, “Napa Wine Country,” culinary style to complement each of the featured wines.
Seating is limited. Pricing: $155 per person, $124 per person for Medallion Collection Members. To reserve your space, call (707) 944-0889, email mail@maisonry.com or purchase tickets online.
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