Cakebread Cellars Wine Dinner at AMA Ristorante

Open to the public year round

Ama Ristorante - recently awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence - is pleased to announce its first wine dinner in a series of Fall wine dinners - Cakebread Cellars Wine Dinner on Wednesday, October 7 at 6:30. One of the premier winemakers of Napa Valley, the family-run Cakebread Cellars has gained a reputation for quality and innovation over the course of its 40-plus years of harvests. Cakebread is one of the most respected and successful wineries in America and is renowned for its world-class vineyards and wines. Seats are sure to sell out quickly so reserve your spot now by calling 732.530.9760 Tickets are $85 excluding tax and gratuity.

The five-course dinner will feature five distinguished Cakebread varietals each paired with a delicious course developed by Executive Chef Chuck Lesbirel to specifically complement the wines. The menu is below:

RECEPTION - 2014 SAUVIGNON BLANC, NAPA VALLEY, Misto Di Terra

FIRST COURSE - 2013 CHARDONNAY, NAPA VALLEY, Frutti Di Mare with Lemon Aioli and Private Label EVOO

SECOND COURSE - 2011 PINOT NOIR, ANDERSON VALLEY, Seared Yellowfin Tuna

with Sicilian Pistachio, Heirloom Beets and Beet Reduction

THIRD COURSE - 2012 SYRAH, NAPA VALLEY with Lamb Ragu with Pappardelle

and Black Truffles

FOURTH COURSE - 2012 CABERNET SAUVIGNON, NAPA VALLEY, Braised Short Rib with Autumn Squash Farrotto and Horseradish Gremolata

DESSERT COURSE AND COFFEE SERVICE - Chocolate Torta with Sea Salt Caramel and Candied Peanuts