Franciscan Magnificat Blending Dinner

This dinner features an exquisite five-course meal prepared by Chef Greg Campbell:
First Course - Candied Pear Salad Bartlett pear, walnuts, and blue affine paired with a 2009 Franciscan Sauvignon Blanc; Second Course - Oyster Stew warm milk, butter, potato, shallot, blue point oysters and a puff garnish paired with a 2009 Franciscan Chardonnay; Third Course - Beef Short Rib chunked mushroom and rib jus with cabernet fried onions paired with a 2008 Franciscan Cabernet Sauvignon; Fourth Course - Canadian Venison tournedo of venison, strawberry rhubarb jam, lingonberries and edamame paired with a 2006 Franciscan Magnificat; Fifth Course - New York Cheesecake Queens, New York cream cheese filling, graham cracker and strawberry coulis paired with 2008 Franciscan Cuvée Sauvage.

In addition to a five-course meal, guests participate in a hands-on blending seminar. They will have the opportunity to blend wine with the components of one of the classic Meritages, Franciscan Magnificat!

The price is $69.95 per person (plus tax and tip). Reservations are required and seating is limited. Please call 941.748.8087 for more information or reservations.

Franciscan has its roots deeply embedded in the
soil of Napa Valley. All Franciscan winemakers have left their individual marks, but all have remained true to Franciscan’s signature: bold wines with the rare combination of rich, vibrant flavors, yet fine, supple texture. For more information on Franciscan wines visit www.franciscan.com.