Benziger Wine Tasting - February 17

with Special Guest Kathy Benziger
Wed, 10th Feb 2010
By Jodi Breslow


Benziger Wine Tasting - February 17

This is your chance to meet Kathy Benziger of the Benziger Family Winery. Learn about their vineyards that are Biodynamic, certified-sustainable, and organic!


Benziger Wine Tasting with special guest Kathy Benziger

Wednesday, February 17
5:30pm ~ 8:00pm

$25 per person includes heavy hors d’œuvre, wine, and the opportunity to meet Kathy Benziger!

Wines to include:
’07 Sangiacomo Chardonnay (89 points Wine Spectator),
’06 Cabernet Sauvignon,
’05 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve,
’05 Tribute (94 points Wine Enthusiast),
’07 Signaterra Sauvignon Blanc,
’07 Signaterra Pinot Noir (90 points Wine Enthusiast),
’06 Signaterra Three Blocks

Heavy Hors d'Oeuvre to include:

Belgian Endive with St. Agur Mousseline and Spiced Pecans
California Medjool Dates with Manchego Cheese, Pancetta, and Aged Balsamic
Local Carlsbad Oyster Shooters with Organic Heirloom Tomatoes and Meyer Lemon
Organic Pear with Brandy, Laura Chenel Chevre, and Ginger Marmalade on a Crostini
Duck Confit with Apple Salad dressed with Cranberry Vinaigrette and Shaved Pickled Turnip
Beef Carpaccio with Organic Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, and Carpaccio Dressing on a Pita
Organic Free Range Chicken and Lemongrass Satays with Blood Orange Aioli

RSVP to Jodi (858) 488-1725 x300

About Benizger Family Winery:
The Benziger family is dedicated to winemaking that reveals the true character of the vineyard, the varietal and the vintage in certified-sustainable, organically grown and Biodynamic® wines defined by individuality and the passion of the people who make them. Through their commitment to natural farming and environmentally and socially responsible business practices, the Benzigers strive for sustainability and the preservation of their Sonoma Mountain family winery for generations to come.


This article was posted on Wed, 10th Feb 2010