VIP Wine Tasting Dinner: Ridge Vineyards & Grgich Hills Estate
06
Mar 2025

VIP Wine Tasting Dinner: Ridge Vineyards & Grgich Hills Estate

Two iconic wineries. 8 wines. Co-hosted by Tom Deaso from Ridge and Elizabeth Barnard from Grgich.

06
Mar 2025

VIP Wine Tasting Dinner: Ridge Vineyards & Grgich Hills Estate

Two iconic wineries. 8 wines. Co-hosted by Tom Deaso from Ridge and Elizabeth Barnard from Grgich.

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Type Local Tasting
Location Rafele Ristorante
29 A 7th Ave South
New York, NY 10014
Tags california / california wine / fine dining / food and wine / food pairing / wine pairing
Schedule
06
Mar 2025
  • Welcome Aperitivo 06 Mar, 6:30 - 7:00 pm
  • Wine Dinner 06 Mar, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Overview

Join us for an unforgettable VIP Wine Tasting Dinner at NYC's Rafele Ristorante on March 6, 2025, featuring the iconic Ridge Vineyards and Grgich Hills Estate. This exclusive evening is limited to just 40 guests, offering a rare opportunity to taste 8 exceptional California wines—4 from Ridge and 4 from Grgich—paired with a four-course meal thoughtfully crafted by Rafele. With the winemakers present, enjoy a unique opportunity to hear firsthand about the craftsmanship behind each wine. Rafele’s culinary expertise will shine as 8 incredible dishes are served, each designed to enhance the wine experience. Don’t miss out on this intimate, all-inclusive VIP experience, where world-class wines and gourmet cuisine come together for an unforgettable evening. This event is 21+ and limited tickets are available. Learn more about Ridge Vineyards here Learn more about Grgich Hills Estate here
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Speaker: Tom Deaso, Ridge Vineyards

  • Tom started his career as Eastern Regional Manager with Ridge in 2016.
  • He comes from 16 years in the wine business, most recently running the New England territory for Accolade Wines.
    His passion for wine was developed working in restaurants where he was responsible for two award-winning wine lists in Michigan.
  • He transitioned from restaurants into the wholesale side which lead him to working directly for wineries.
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Speaker: Elizabeth Barnard, Grgich Hills Estate

  • Elizabeth Barnard joined the Grgich Hills family winery in January as the Director of Global Sales. With over a decade of experience in the wine industry, she previously served as Vice President of National Sales and Marketing at Klinker Brick Winery, where she played a pivotal role in expanding the national presence
    of its brands, including the acclaimed Old Ghost Zinfandel.
  • A Stanford University graduate, Elizabeth’s passion for wine was nurtured early on through her mother’s distributorship, which represented both Grgich and Ridge in the state of Indiana. Her deep industry knowledge and personal connection to the world of wine make her an exceptional addition to the Grgich Hills team.
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Rafele Ristorante

In the historic West Village of New York City, Rafele delivers authentic Neapolitan flavors to the Big Apple. 12 years ago, Raffaele Ronca and Romeo Palmisano, a longtime friend and fellow native of Naples, began discussing the possibility of one day opening their own restaurant. Their idea was one that would avoid the clichés of traditional Italian cuisine and instead feature exquisite delicacies inspired by their beloved Naples.

Working together with a unified vision they planned every detail, from the eclectic menu of regional Neapolitan favorites and fresh daily made pastas, to various meat dishes, fresh delights from the sea and a renowned wine list.

The result of their hard work was realized in the summer of 2012 with the opening of their debut restaurant, Rafele.

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First Course

WINES

  • Ridge – 2023 Grenache Blanc
  • Grgich Hills – 2022 Chardonnay, Napa Valley

MENU

  • Cavolfiore: roasted cauliflower, black currants, pine nuts and breadcrumbs
  • Insalata del Giardino: market greens with lemon and olive oil
  • Arancini: lightly fired cheese risotto balls
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Second Course

WINES

  • Ridge – 2022 Geyserville
  • Grgich – 2019 Napa Zinfandel

MENU

  • Tagliolini Al Funghi: house-made pasta with mixed mushrooms and truffle paté
  • Paccheri Bolognese – paccheri pasta, slowly cooked pork and beef in a classic Bolognese sauce
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Third Course

WINES

  • Ridge – 2022 Lytton Springs
  • Grgich – 2020 Miljenko’s Old Vine Zinfandel

ENTREES

  • Galleto Arosto (GF): roasted organic chicken with Italian herbs
  • Tagliata di Manzo (GF): grass-fed New York strip loin, grilled with salsa verde

SIDES

  • Patate: oven-roasted fingerling potatoes, rosemary
  • Grilled Asparagus: with garlic and olive oil
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Fourth Course

WINE

  • Ridge – 2021 Estate Cabernet
  • Grgich – 2020 Napa Valley Cabernet

DESSERTS

  • Cheesecake
  • Tiramisu
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