The dinner starts off with a reception featuring local steamed clams with grapefruit paired with Rodney Strong "Charlotte's Home" Sauvignon Blanc. The three course dinner features autumnal dishes along with chocolate cake for dessert.
Reception
Local Steamed Clams with Grapefruit, Fennel and Black Garlic
Paired with Rodney Strong “Charlotte’s Home” Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County 2008
1st Course
Roasted Scallops with Black Arborio Rice and Saffron-Vanilla Syrup
Paired with Rodney Strong “Chalk Hill” Chardonnay, Sonoma County 2007
2nd Course
House Smoked Pork Belly with Rice Pancake and Spinach
Paired with Rodney Strong Merlot, Sonoma County 2005
3rd Course
Roasted Black Bass with Country Ham Jus and Carolina Gold Rice Cake
Paired with Rodney Strong “Reserve” Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2007
Dessert
Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Cherries
Paired with Rodney Strong “Symmetry” Alexander Valley 2006