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SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Eric Jensen of Booker
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening with Eric Jensen of Booker Wines\, whose Oublié Paso Robles 2014 was listed among Wine Spectator’s Top 10 Wines in 2017. \nEpicurean Santa Barbara is honored to welcome Eric Jensen to our hometown for this event. He has graciously allocated wine to Epicurean Santa Barbara\, even though bottles are only available to members of Booker’s wine club. Eric’s wines are effectively sold out due to the overwhelming thirst for his wines by his club members. Don’t miss this rare chance to taste and take home a bottle with our special tasting and bottle program… \n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!” \nGuests will enjoy 4 highly rated 95+ point  wines with Eric Jensen and other like-minded club members\, along with wonderfully paired passed appetizers. (Booker wines retail from $54 – $106+ a bottle.)   \n \nWe will be featuring:\n2016 White (white blend)\n2016 Ripper (100% Grenache)\n2016 Vertigo (52% Syrah\, 30% Grenache\, 18% Mourvedre)\n2016 Fracture (100% Syrah)\nThis evening is a special opportunity to meet\, great\, eat\, and celebrate great wine with one of the world’s “larger than life” characters. With his beginnings as a music event promoter in LA to his move to Paso Robles to grow grapes and make wine\, he now describes himself in only the way he can… “I used to hire yard guys\, now I actually am one!”  \n \nEric and Lisa Jensen purchased 100 acres of the property in 2001 with the intent of growing the best fruit for some of the best wineries in the area. After making wine with Justin Smith (of Saxum) for five years and Stephan Asseo (of L’Aventure Wines) for two years\, the Jensens decided it was time to create their own expression with Booker Vineyard. The 2005 Vintage was Booker Vineyard’s first release with the wines being made by owner Eric Jensen. \n\nFrom Jeb Dunnuck\, of Wine Advocate:\n“While certainly the character of Paso’s winemaking motley crew\, Booker Vineyard’s Eric Jensen is dead serious when it comes to wine. Creating the estate in 2005 (they planted their vineyard in 2001)\, today he farms one of the greatest vineyards in the appellation and his wines consistently rank in the top two or three produced in a vintage. The only drawback here is the wines are made in tiny quantities and are moved almost exclusively through his mailing list.” \n“Created in 2005\, owner/winemaker Eric Jenson has pushed Booker Vineyard into the top 2-3 estates in the region…the wines…are some of the most impressive releases coming out of California. While in the past\, they relied on pure fruit and texture to impress\, today they possess layered\, elegant and complex characters paired with serious depth\, richness and structure.”\nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight! On the evening of this event\, there will be another special event courtesy of mother nature: a spectacular moonrise over Ojai and the mountains above Carpentaria\, which will light up the water of the bay\, coinciding with our enjoyment of these fine wines.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/booker/
LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:March Open House & Member Gift Pick-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Epicurean Team and fellow members for an open house!\nOur March open house is at the Margerum Reserve Tasting Room. Enjoy drink specials\, nibbles courtesy of ESB\, and meet other ESB members and guests! You can also pick up your special member gift if you haven’t already. \nBring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! \n\nNo need to register\, just show up and bring a friend or two!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/march-open-house-member-gift-pick-up/
LOCATION:Margerum Reserve Tasting Room\, 32 El Paseo\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Chef’s Table: Upscale Comfort Food! ~ Chef Drew Terp
DESCRIPTION:Epicurean Santa Barbara kicks off the Chef’s Table Series with Chef Drew Terp of PICO\, Los Alamos.\nJoin other ESB members for an intimate dinner with Chef Drew Terp\, as he brings a menu featuring “upscale comfort food!” \nChef Drew’s style of cooking is a tribute to the symbiotic farmer-restaurant relationship\, and incorporates his love of charcuterie and pasta making. Get a taste of not only Chef ’s favorite items from his restaurant\, but also unique dishes designed specifically for Epicurean Santa Barbara as a five-course tasting menu\, including a welcome glass of wine. \nWhat better way to enjoy culinary artistry than with fantastic local wines? For the full epicurean experience\, be sure to choose the optional wine pairing\, featuring 4 wines from Babcock Winery and Vineyards. Winemaker Bryan Babcock has hand selected wines with Chefs for the optional pairing\, and will be joining ESB Members at the dinner! Babcock Winery and Vineyards is a Santa Barbara focused 10\,000-case winery located in the Sta. Rita Hills. \n\nPeople who are in this county are excited about food. … We’re excited to be part of that conversation. – Drew Terp\n\n  \n \nChef Drew has cooked in and helmed at Michelin-Starred kitchens from Napa (Auberge du Soleil) to New York City (Alain Ducasse at the Essex House\, Masa and BarMasa)\, to Spain (under Chef Pedro Subijana at Akelare). He also opened and served as Executive Chef for\, Las Vegas restaurants BarMasa and Shaboo\, and worked under José Andrés at Jaleo\, in Washington\, D.C.\n\n  \n  \n \nChef’s Table Series: Wine\, Dine and Let the Chef Shine!\nThe “Chef’s Table” events are intimate dinners held at either private homes or in restaurants and feature an acclaimed chef.  The chef has the opportunity to express his/her personal style of cooking\, all to the benefit of our members!  He/she will feature favorite dishes\, ingredients\, and techniques\, and will greet guests throughout the evening\, providing stories\, descriptions\, and conversation!  These dinners are limited to 10-24 guests\, and will always include an optional beverage pairing\, (Wine\, cocktails\, beer\, or all three!).\nMenu \n\nCelery Root Soup\, pine nut crumble\n2016 Sauvignon Blanc “Simpatico”\n\nRoasted Cauliflower\, house aged linguica\, 63º egg\, grana\n2016 Chenin Blanc “The Stoic”\n\nMushroom Salad\, house bacon\, peeled Manchego\n2009 Pinot Noir “Ocean’s Ghost”\n\nSeared Scallop\, Squid Ink spaghetti alla chitarra\, crispy guanciale\n2016 Chardonnay “Top Cream”\n\nBone-in Short rib\, braised local collard greens\, yukon potato risotto\n2005 Syrah “Nook & Cranny”\n\nCaramel Pot de Creme\, house marshmallow\, toffee crumble\n2014 Late Harvest Pinot Gris “Naughty Little Nectar”\n\n\nWine Pairing \nBabcock Wines ~ Santa Barbara\, CA\n\nCome For Food. Hang with Chef!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/chefs-table-drew-terp-of-pico/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chef's Table,Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Secrets of A Somm Revealed! ~ Ian Adamo
DESCRIPTION:Join Sommelier Ian Adamo from Somm’s Kitchen\, as he leads an enlightening tasting experience which will leave you with skills that will impress your friends!\nTake your wine identification skills to the next level through Ian Adamo’s eye-opening explanations of the taste\, aroma\, and color of different varietals. Guests will be led through a seated tasting of 5 highly rated wines from around the world. With each wine he will teach members how to identify the varietal(s) in the wine\, geographical origin\, winemaking techniques and quality.  Whether novice or expert\, you’ll be enlightened.  Each guest will receive a plate of bites; a little something to enjoy during the tasting. \n \n  \nIan Adamo\, founder of Vintage Deliveries\, is a Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) Level III Advanced Sommelier and in his fourth year of the exclusive Institute of Masters of Wine program. He’s worked at fine-dining establishments from coast to coast\, and early on in his career realized that wine is his true passion. He is the chef-owner of Somm’s Kitchen in Paso Robles\, and specializes in wine education. His travels as a wine consultant have taken him to locations such as Buckingham Palace and the Vatican\, and currently leads workshops at Cambridge and Oxford\, teaching their wine tasting teams how to blind taste American wines. \n  \nPlease note that the event is being held in a historic building…There is one flight of stairs\, and no elevator!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/secrets-of-a-somm-revealed/
LOCATION:Karpeles Manuscript Library\, 21 W Anapamu St.\, 2nd floor\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Jacob Toft of Toft Wines
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening with Jacob and Kelly Toft of Toft Wines\, who after receiving over 90-point scores from respected critic Robert Parker\, sold out their vintages in one day!\n \nThis lovely husband and wife team not only craft artisanal small batch wines\, but are kind sweet people who love to share their passion for wine with other \nenthusiasts. Toft Wines are all about the pursuit of flavor that starts with meticulous farming. With access to the premier vineyards spanning the Central Coast\, Toft wines honor the AVAs from which the grapes are cultivated. His small production allows him to focus his attention on fruit source and handcrafting his blends. Jacob has a calling to introduce regions to one another and that journey is fulfilled in his cellar; his focus is blended between the details. \nWhile studying under Stephan Asseo of L’Aventure for six years\, Jacob learned that wines of quality begin in the vineyard. Therefore\, he sources only the best fruit that the Central Coast offers. These vineyard locations span from Santa Barbara to Santa Lucia Highlands\, with deep roots in Paso Robles. \n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!” \n \nGuests will enjoy 4 highly rated wines (1 white and 3 reds) with Jacob & Kelly and other like-minded club members\, along with wonderfully paired passed appetizers. Toft wines are limited to their allocation membership twice a year. ESB is grateful for the opportunity to share Toft wines with its members through special arrangement with the Tofts. Jacob has been producing small-batch\, full-flavored wines for over 17 years. Previously a gypsy winemaker\, Jacob settled his winemaking operations in Tin City in 2015. Alongside his wife Kelly\, they continue to craft blends with huge personality & nimble feet and look forward to sharing them with you! \n“We handcraft big\, red blends using the best fruit sources along the Central Coast. Rhone\, Bordeaux\, Petite Syrah\, Zinfandel\, and sometimes a white.”\nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/toft/
LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180422T113000
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SUMMARY:Barrels & BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with BBQ and Great Wine…live music too!\nESB will be cooking up an All-American inspired buffet while the hip and cool winemaker Brett Urness of Levo Wines will be pouring his latest vintages. Eat some ‘cue\, meet Brett\, drink his wines and hookup with his winery. Tap your foot to live music as you make your own Pulled Pork Plates & Sandwiches with slow roasted juicy pork\, as well as a slew of hill country hometown sides and fixin’s!  There will also be slow-smoked chicken and lots of vegetarian options to go around!Come and enjoy an afternoon in the sun with great people\, all you can eat BBQ and never-ending wine! All food\, drinks and fun are included in your ticket! \nPicnic tables\, Live music\, Great Wine and Santa Barbara Sunshine!  Maybe a bootlegger lurking around too?!?! What else could one ask for?\n\nGet your tickets today! Member guests welcome!\n  \nAbout Levo Wines and Brett Urness: \nBrett crafts his wines in Tin City\, Paso Robles\, where he concentrates on buying the best fruit possible\, mainly focusing on Ballard Canyon & surrounding Rhone vineyards of  the Santa Ynez Valley\, Los Alamos\, and Santa Maria. In addition to making great juice\, Levo is know for their creative and fun labels that exemplify his excitement for soulful winemaking.\n\n\n  \n\n\n  \nMatt Kettmann of Wine Enthusiast states that Brett Urness is among “A group of cult winemakers are flouting tradition and pioneering their own path. The result? Some of the most interesting wines being made in California.”\n\nBret Urness of Levo Wines / Photo by Dina Mande \n 
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/barrels-bbq/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States
CATEGORIES:BBQ,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Lunch,Music,Wine
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SUMMARY:May Open House: Armada Wine & Beer Merchant
DESCRIPTION:Join the Epicurean team\, fellow members and guests for an Open House!\nEnjoy extended happy hour and drink specials offered by Armada Wine & Beer Merchant\, nibbles courtesy of ESB\, and meet new\, veteran and future ESB members! Bring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! “VIP Member” gifts will also be available for pickup\, if you haven’t already done so. \nNo need to register\, just show up and bring a friend or two!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/may-open-house-member-gift-pick-up/
LOCATION:Armada Wine & Beer Merchant\, 1129A State St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180518T173000
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SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Scott Hawley of Torrin Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:A special evening with Scott Hawley\, winemaker of Torrin & Lagom wines! \nTorrin wines are currently sold via Allocation and Mailing List only! They are not open to the public for tasting as their wines sell out on release to their lists. This is a rare opportunity to drink Torrin wines\, including some library selections. Lagom wines are not on allocation or list limited\, rather a new label offering delightful Burgundy varietals to contrast the Rhones of Torrin. Epicurean Santa Barbara is grateful for the opportunity to host Scott in Santa Barbara to share his beautiful wines\, his winemaking journey and his creative artistic approach to winemaking with our members. \n\nWe are artists\, farmers\, chemists\, parents\, and friends.\n We are grateful. We are small but on the verge of something big. We are believers in sustainability. We are in awe of our children. We are optimistic\, passionate and curious. We are laborers\, visionaries\, and good dinner guests. We are aware we should be doing more. We are dedicated to creating beautiful wines from the ground up. We are up for the challenge. We are Scott and Viquel Hawley and our two boys Reece and Gage. \n We are family and together we are Torrin.\n\n“Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!” \nScott and his wife Viquel founded Torrin together with a family centric philosophy that begins with the nurturing of their two boys\, Gage and Reece\, and carries over to the cultivation of their other children\, the vines in their vineyard. Their deep passion for wine making is self-evident and reflected through their love of family and the their wine. Scott has been creating highly regarded wines from some of Paso Robles most significant vineyards for over 16 years and when it comes to winemaking\, he believes “his role is to simply create an environment throughout the grape growing process where the fruit is given the greatest opportunity to perform to its potential”. \n \nMeaning “of the hills”\, Torrin Vineyard is aptly located in the hills of the Santa Lucias west of Paso Robles in an area commonly referred to as the Templeton Gap. Originally part of the Booker Vineyard\, planted by Eric Jensen and Justin Smith\, Torrin is landlocked between L’Aventure and Booker Vineyards. With ten acres planted on rugged hillsides of high lime calcareous shale and siliceous shale they are located in one of California’s wine growing sweet spots. \nScott and Viquel  have recently ventured from their Rhone Varietal roots to create an exciting companion brand in the wines of “Lagom.” These wines focus on the inherent grace and finesse of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from select cool-climate vineyards in unique pockets of Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. \n\nLAGOM: “Just the right amount”… The archetypical Swedish proverb “Lagom ar bast”\, literally “The right amount is best”; also translated as “Enough is as good as a feast.”\n \nLagom is a perfect mantra for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. These varietals produce some of the world’s most sought after wines and manage to do so with an uncanny simplicity. They are rarely blended with other varieties\, often expressions from a single site\, and seldom heavy handed in their production yet they are capable of remarkable depth\, complexity and impeccable balance. The finest examples are impressive without being overwhelming\, they embrace the notion that enough is indeed “just the right amount”. \nTwo wine labels means more varietals! \nScott will be pouring two library wines from Torrin and two current releases from Lagom! Guests will enjoy these four highly regarded wines along with wonderfully paired passed appetizers. \nLagom 2015 Chardonnay ($62)\nLagom 2014 Pinot “Bien Nacido Vineyard” ($68)\nTorrin 2013 Banshee – library wine ($80) *tasting only*\nTorrin 2014 Tsundere – library wine ($80)\n \nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-scott-hawley-of-torrin/
LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Taste of Thailand ~ Chef P.A. Tremblay
DESCRIPTION:Join the waitlist now! Click here to email ESB! \nEpicurean Santa Barbara’s Taste of Thailand! If there is anything we are missing in Santa Barbara\, it’s Thai food. Adventure into the rich and exciting flavors of Thai cuisine with P.A. Tremblay’s four-course Thai Dinner (includes a welcome beverage). Choose from one of two optional beverage pairings: a wine pairing or a creative beverage pairing featuring a wine\, a beer\, and a Thai-inspired cocktail!  \n  \n \n  \nMenu\nTom Ka Gai\nHot and Sour Coconut Milk Soup\, Lemongrass\, Shrimp\, Beech Mushrooms\, Bok Choy\, Cilantro\nPeanut Green Papaya Salad\nTomato\, Cucumber\, Mint\, Carrot\, Lime Fish Sauce Vinaigrette\nPad KraPow Gai\nThai Basil Chicken Sautee\, Crispy Thai Basil\, Jasmine Rice\, Sexy Egg\nThai Tea Mousse\n Chocolate Ribbon\, Whip Cream\, Cocoa Powder\nBeverage Pairing\nWines Pairing or Creative Beverage Paring\n\nFrench Canadian born\, raised in Santa Barbara California; Pierre has always passionately loved food. With a Culinary Arts degree from SBCC\, he took a cook’s position at Julienne and climbed to become chef de cuisine. His ambition took him internationally to cook\, and eat in France\, Greenland\, Lebanon\, Thailand\, and more. Now working as the Food Administrator for Santa Barbara Middle School Pierre teaches the importance of food to 6-9th graders. Currently Pierre is passionate about Thai flavors and how to use local ingredients to create the incredible array of flavors he discovered when traveling in Thailand.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/taste-of-thailand/
LOCATION:TBD\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cocktails,Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Russell From of Herman Story Wines
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening with Russell From of Herman Story Wines! \nAs this will be our final Paso Winemaker Evening for the season\, with harvest right around the corner\, what better winemaker than Russel From to end on?!?! Russell will be pouring five highly regarded wines that best represent his passion for winemaking and the superb quality of his nerdy yet creative winemaking style. Get to know Russell personally while sharing wonderfully paired passed appetizers with other ESB members. Herman Story wines are spectacular crowd pleasers and at $48\, represent a great value rivaling the best wines California has to offer! \nRussell began Herman Story Wines in 2001 with 7 barrels stashed in his employer’s cellar. What started as a modest homage to his rancher grandfather has become a beacon to those seeking opulent\, structured Syrah and Grenache. From’s dedication has held the attention of discriminating consumers and reviewers alike\, earning him a coveted position in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 List in 2014 for his On the Road Grenache and an average 90+ score on CellarTracker across all wines and vintages. \nTo maintain balance while giving flavor full stage\, Russell works with 30 top-tier vineyards in 7+ distinct growing regions between Santa Barbara and Paso Robles. Vineyards of particular note include: Bien Nacido\, Chelle Mountain\, John Sebastiano\, Larner\, Presqui’le and White Hawk.  Learn more about Herman Story! \n \nFeatured Wines\n(all retail for $48)\n2016 Tomboy Viognier\n2015 Casual Encounters GSM\n2016 Nuts & Bolts Syrah\n2016 Milk & Honey Tempranillo Blend\n2015  Bien Nacido Syrah ***Tasting Only***\nPassed Appetizers\nBurrata Toasts with Spring Pea and Mint Pesto\nDuck Rilletes on Brioche with cherry compote\nMini Popovers with Asiago\nSlow Roasted Pork Belly Skewers with Korean BBQ\n\n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!” \n\nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-russell-p-of-herman-story-wines/
LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180621T170000
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SUMMARY:June Open House Happy Hour: Santa Barbara Wine Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join the Epicurean team\, fellow members and guests for an Open House Happy Hour!\nCome and meet fellow members and member guests while enjoying wine\, food and good conversation! All members and non-member guest are welcome\, but paid registrants will receive a glass of wine from a select menu and Lucky Penny Pizza…and other bites! \nBring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! “VIP Member” gifts will also be available for pickup\, if you haven’t already done so. \nMeet\, eat\, drink and mingle!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/june-open-house/
LOCATION:Santa Barbara Wine Collective\, 131 Anacapa St.\, Ste. C\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180712T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180712T210000
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SUMMARY:The Bordeaux Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Bordeaux Experience is all about France and everything Bordeaux!\nCome for an elegant dining and wine tasting experience immersing yourself in french wine and french food. Enjoy 6 Bordeaux wines representing one of the most important wine regions in France! These legendary styles and varietals of the Bordeaux region will be accompanied by an exquisite\, multi-course dinner comprised of classic French dishes prepared by Judy Astbury. \nThe wine selection has been curated by Mr. Paul Astbury himself\, some of which date back as old as the year 2000! \nMenu will include items such as Brioche\, French One Soup\, Foie Gras\, Duck Breast\, Frites\, Cheeses\, and more.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/the-bordeaux-experience/
LOCATION:Yankee Farm Private Residence\, 526 Yankee Farm Road\, Santa Barbara\, 93109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180726T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180726T210000
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SUMMARY:Winemaker Dinner: Matt Dees of Jonata\, Hilt\,  and The Paring
DESCRIPTION:Join ESB on a beautiful summer evening at a private home for great food\, wonderful wine\, and a chance to connect with a visionary winemaker.\nTo celebrate one of the top winemakers in California\, Epicurean Santa Barbara is elevating it’s monthly Winemaker Evening to a Winemaker Dinner featuring Matt Dees of Jonata (sister winery to Screaming Eagle).  We are honored that Matt is collaborating with ESB\, as his wines are not only in high demand\, but are typically allocated for club members only. \n1 Winemaker + 3 labels + 1 Amazing Ranch = A special Winemaker Dinner with ESB!\nThe evening will begin with a Reception featuring The HILT Chardonnay and The Paring Red\, at which time Matt will share his story with guests as they enjoy each wine paired with chef-crafted appetizers. The evening will then progress to a 4 course seated dinner featuring plated and family style dishes created by Chefs Nick Bodden and Ron Allen\, the guys behind the inventive Beefhearts culinary team; who will be utilizing Dees’ Estate Olive Oil\, “La Paz”\, his ranch’s local honey\, and a lamb provided by the Dee’s ranch. \nFeatured Wines\n2015 The HILT Chardonnay\n2014 The Paring Red\n2015 The HILT Pinot Noir\n2014 JONATA Todos\n2005 JONATA La Sangre Syrah\n(Standard Ticket includes all all of the above.)\nSpecial EPIC Experience\n***Limited to 10 registrants only!***\nIn addition to the standard ticket\, the EPIC ticket includes:\nEarly entry and private meet & greet with Matt Dees\nA special pour of the HILT Sparkling Blanc de Blanc\n1 take-home bottle of choice  (The Paring Red\, The HILT Pinot Noir\, or JONATA Todos)\n \nMatt Dees was born in Kansas\, schooled in Vermont; trained in Napa and New Zealand\, then settled in the Santa Ynez\, and as of 2004 has been the head winemaker of Jonata. Since then he has been received tremendous accolades for his Bordeaux style wines. Most notably\, Robert Parker rated many of his 2007 vintages 95-97 and 98-100 points\, and Dees’ winemaking philosophy and approach to quality are known to equal that of Napa Valley’s renowned Screaming Eagle Vineyards\, Jonata’s sister winery (Whose wines sell up to $18\,000). Jonata does not share the price point of Screaming Eagle\, but it could in the future. The quality of Screaming Eagle is present in the winemaking. \n“Our focus is on structure\, on acidity\, on farming the soil\, so there’s an earthy quality to our wines.” \n \nDees identifies Jonata wines as his best professional achievements\, but is also very proud of his newer Pinot Noir and Chardonnay projects\, The Hilt and The Paring\, also featured at this dinner. Epicurean Santa Barbara also reveres Dees not only for his winemaking\, sustainable farming\, and warm personality\, but also his appreciation of music. As a guitarist and mandolin player\, Matt is known to compare his wines to musical instruments and styles; from David Bowie\, to jazz\, to Bach. (Truly a conversation to be had with our musically inclined members and founders.) \n“…Music drives my life\, so it has to\, in some way\, influence my wine. That’s why our wines are classically structured\, with richness of fruit but combining an Old World feel and a New World site.” \nDedicated to expressing a range of red—and a handful of white—wines from its estate in the Central Coast of California’s Ballard Canyon appellation within Santa Ynez Valley\, Jonata is one of a new breed of producers throughout the world who are thriving with a non-traditional amalgam of varieties and blends. With a commitment in particular to Cabernet Sauvignon\, Cabernet Franc and Syrah\, and informed by cutting edge viticulture\, winemaking and an environmentally enhancing agriculture approach to their estate\, the Jonata wines are on the vanguard of an emerging quality movement in California wine growing. \n \nMatt Dees is what you’d call a natural winemaker. Armed with a degree in Soil Science from the University of Vermont and Vintages at Staglin in Napa\, California and Craggy Range in Hawkes Bay\, New Zealand\, Matt has an intrinsic feel for wine\, from dirt to glass. curious\, earthy and experimental by nature\, Matt’s approach to winemaking is grounded in the vineyard (pun intentional) first and foremost: attuned to the vines\, the weather\, the soil\, Matt seems almost to be a part of the vineyard itself. Not being bound by the conventions of the enological world of academia (no degree in winemaking here) has allowed Matt to come to an untethered philosophy of wine. Where Jonata is concerned\, this is an important point: Jonata is an unconventional place that requires an unconventional\, open mind to bring it to life. Lastly\, Matt has another very concrete talent: a keen feel for the shapes and dimension of tannin. Listening to him discuss the tannin elements found in Jonata wines is like listening to Buckminster Fuller describe the geodesic dome (which he invented)\, or like listening to the daring polyphonic construction of Bach’s Brandenburg concertos. Dees is a winemaker who’s emotionally and intellectually connected to structure\, texture and tannin and explores these elements deeply in his wines. \n \n \n 
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-dinner-matt-dees-of-jonata-hilt-and-the-pairing/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:August Open House: La Place Wine Bar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Epicurean team\, fellow members and guests for an Open House!\nCome and meet fellow members and member guests while enjoying beer & wine specials offered by La Place\, nibbles courtesy of ESB and good conversation! All members and non-member guest are welcome! \nLa Place Wine Bar will be offering $5-$6 specials on their house Sparkling\, Red\, White\, Rosé\, and Beer…beverages to please everyone! \nIn addition\, ESB will feature Oat Bakery’s incredible breads and vegan spreads for members and guests! Come by and enjoy a slices of Holy Shiitake & Shallot\, Sage & Garlic\, and a gluten-free Super Seed Bread\, alongside their Roasted Carrot Spread\, Garlic Aioli\, and Almond Cilantro Pesto\, (to name a few)! \nBring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! “VIP Member” gifts will also be available for pickup\, if you haven’t already done so. \nNo need to register\, just show up and bring a friend or two! \n \nMeet\, eat\, drink and mingle!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/august-open-house-la-place/
LOCATION:La Place\, 205 Santa Barbara Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180816T210000
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SUMMARY:Pair and Share Series: New World Cabernet under $60
DESCRIPTION:Pair and Share Series: New World Cabernet!\nPair and Share Events are intimate dinners where 8-10 members come together with Amy and Keith or other ESB ambassadors as a group to share something: either a certain style of wine\, sometimes beer\, or a spirit. Each event will have a theme; for example\, Favorite California Zinfandels under $40\, Regional Brews\, or Favorite Sipping Tequilas. Dinners occur every other month. For August\, the theme is New World Cabernet Sauvignons that retail for $40-60.

 \nGuests will bring a theme appropriate bottle of wine (1 bottle per couple). A food menu will be determined by ESB and designed to pair with the wine. Guests will provide the name of their wine prior to the event. ESB will then send the proposed menu to the attendees\, and each guest will choose a dish to bring. The pairings are suggestions; but if you choose a salad course; then stick with bringing a salad\, even if it differs from the proposed menu. ESB will have staff on hand to help plate and serve the dishes. Heating\, tossing\, broiling? Just bring your instructions and we have it covered!

 Throughout the evening\, each guest will share with the group the story behind the bottle\, and enjoy the company of members with similar interests in wine\, beer\, and spirits. 

These events not only offer opportunities for members to experience recommendations first hand\, but it’s a great way to get to know one another on a personal basis. Our focus is food and beverage\, but after all\, we are a social club…an Epicurean social club. Registration fee for the dinner covers kitchen assistance\, setup/clean up and administration. \nDon’t want to cook? \nGreat! Call up our friends at C’est Cheese\, Tino’s or Whole Foods and have them put together a cheese\, charcuterie\, or apertivo platter; or order a dish from your favorite restaurant. \nComing on your own?\nAwesome! Don’t think for a minute that this is just for couples. \nWine? Well… what’s the price range?\nWe’ll determine this event by event. Typically for wine and spirits we’ll request a range (i.e.Under $40\, Between $100-$125\, etc.).
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/pair-and-share-series-new-world-cabernet-under-60/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180822T210000
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SUMMARY:Pinots Around The World
DESCRIPTION:Join the waitlist now! Click here to email ESB! \nAttend an enlightening tasting experience featuring this delicate and popular grape that varies widely from region to region.\nFrom Burgandy to Oregon to Chile to California\, Pinot Noir is produced all around the world\, and the wines from each region vary drastically from one another. Time for a side by side tasting! \n \nA Pinot Noir Educational Workshop\, with Ian Adamo\, Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) Level III Advanced Sommelier and Wine Consultant to The Vatican and Buckingham Palace. \nGuests will taste 5 high-rated Pinot Noirs from across the globe\, and in this seated tasting and open discussion\, will learn to identify the place of origin\, vintage\, winemaking methods and overall quality and market position. Whether novice or expert\, you’ll leave with a greater appreciation for this wonderful grape!  Appetizers are included\, and guests will have the opportunity to order the featured wines directly from Ian.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/pinots-around-the-world/
LOCATION:TBD\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180901T143000
DTSTAMP:20260623T211400
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SUMMARY:Farewell to Summer Rosé Lunch
DESCRIPTION:As we enter the Labor Day weekend and the coming of Fall\, let’s bid farewell to the oenophile’s summer fling in ESB style!\nLeave the pink petals and rose decor for the princess party….this event is all about discovering the versatility\, diversity\, and food friendliness of Rosé Wines. \nWith a bird’s eye breathtaking ocean view\, filled with palm trees and a gentle summer breeze\, guests will taste through 7 different styles of Rosé from Paso Robles\, Santa Barbara\, Napa Valley\, Sonoma while enjoying a spread of creative Asian\, American\, and French dishes that highlight the pairing versatility of this food friendly wine. \nVIP members join us for a special reception with Jamie Slone @ 11:30 AM! \nLunch Menu\nMediterranean Mezze Platter \nFresh Baked Pita bread\, Grilled Vegetable Spread\, Falafel\, Tabouleh\, Roasted Garlic and Chive hummus\, Marinated Olives\, Marinated Feta\, Caramelized Onion Spread\, and more\nBánh mì Two Ways: Salmon & Jackfruit\nVietnamese Slaw\, Aioli\, Cilantro\, Mint\nSmoked Cauliflower \nStrawberry\, Chipotle\, Avocado dipping sauce\nLamb Chops \nGrilled with Mint Pesto\nFilled Endive Leaves \nGreens\, Radishes\, Tarragon-Truffle Mustard Vinaigrette\, \nWhipped Ricotta\nFarmer’s Market Inspired Dessert\nRosé List\nJamie Slone “Jamie” Rosé of Grenache (Santa Barbara County)\nYoung Inglewood “Vin Clair” Rosé of Pinot Noir (Napa- St. Helena)\nLieu Dit Rosé of Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara)\nWrenhop “Joker to the Thief” Rosé of Pinot Noir (Sonoma)\nAncient Peaks Rosé of Pinot Noir (Paso Robles)\nBenevolent Neglect Rosé of Syrah (Red Hills Lake County)\nTurtle Rock “Willow’s Tickled Pink” (Paso Robles)\nBelhara “Las Madres” Rosé of Syrah (Sonoma- Carneros)\nLevo “Right to Bear Flowers” Rosé of Pinot Noir (Paso Robles)
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/farewell-to-summer-rose-lunch/
LOCATION:TBD\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Lunch,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180906T200000
DTSTAMP:20260623T211400
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SUMMARY:Ladies n’ Reds
DESCRIPTION:Join the waitlist now! Click here to email ESB! \nStep aside\, gentlemen\, this event is for the ladies…\nScience has proven that women have better palates than men\, but sometimes in the midst of a group setting\, women don’t have the opportunity to show that. It’s time to discover your wine palate in the company of other friendly female members. Whether you are a beginning taster just now recognizing your appreciation of Santa Barbara Pinots\, or an seasoned wine enthusiast looking to add to your collection\, come and take part in a fun\, girls only evening\, and let your palate take the lead! \nDebby Allen\, who is leading the tasting\, was a key figure in Cencible\, a women only wine group in Philadelphia\, PA; (named for the grape as well as for its intended “sensible” meaning). Cencibel was dedicated to the appreciation of Fine Wine And Food in the company of other passionate women\, and today Debby continues to foster friendships and wine appreciation through her group led tastings in Santa Barbara. \nThe evening will start with a Rosé toast and a dinner spread (suitable for all diets)\, and will follow with a blind tasting and open conversation of three highly-rated red wines. Through the evening we will discuss the defining factors behind three varietals or regions\, using the textbook wine tasting criteria: see\, swirl\, smell\, sip…. (And then sip some more). \nGreat wine\, great company\, lots of fun…and a few giggles.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/ladies-n-reds/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180916T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180916T173000
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SUMMARY:September Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join the Epicurean team\, fellow members and guests for an Open House at Santa Barbara’s newest Wine Bar\, Crush Tasting Room & Kitchen.\nCrush Tasting Room is the first Wine Bar to offer Napa Technology’s innovative wine dispensing system. This system allows 2oz tastings\, half glass\, or full glass pours\, all with the ease of your debit card. The wine hosts will help you craft your own flight\, or do it yourself and choose your own lineup.   \nIn addition\, we will feature a selection of Crush Kitchen’s crostini\, cheese plates and lite appetizers for members and guests.  Come by and enjoy a bite and a flight! (Or stay for dinner and a bottle!) \nBring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! Talk over your discoveries with new friends at our community table\, grab your own table\, or relax in the garden courtyard. \nCrush Tasting Room & Kitchen showcases handcrafted & hard to find wines sourced from Santa Barbara all the way to Napa\, as well as a selection of beers on tap. \nNo need to register\, just show up and bring a friend or two!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/september-open-house/
LOCATION:Uncorked Wine Tasting & Kitchen\, 432 E. Haley St.\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181001T210000
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Wines with Friday Night Burgers
DESCRIPTION:We Epicureans enjoy our fine wine\, but let’s be honest\, it doesn’t make sense to drink 90+ point\, $80 wines every night of the week. That level of hedonism leaves us with little to aspire to in life\, so at times we must show some restraint.\n…So we bring you ‘Monday night’ wines. Wines that exhibit body and flavor\, but are also reasonably priced. These wines are from the Langeudoc-Roussillon region. The area stretches along the south coast of France\, from the Pyrenees bordering Spain in the south west\, hugging the northern Mediterranean coast all the way up to the Rhone valley in the east. It covers a massive 700\,000 acres and produces more wine than the entire US. The most famous appellations within the region include Corbieres\, Faugeres\, Minervois and Saint Chinian. Bordeaux and Rhone varietals are dominant. Pinot noir and Italian varietals are rare. \nThe defining features of this tasting are great wines at a low price! Not many of us can drink our most expensive wines every day of the week. We need something much less expensive for drinking on a Monday night for example! Most Languedoc-Roussillon wines retail for under $20 and are very\, very good. \nTo highlight this blindingly obvious need\, the tasting will be held on a Monday evening! \n \nJoin members at La Place Wine Bar\, where Betty Dunbar will present 8 wines to taste; all of which are available for purchase from the store! Learn about this region\, its delicious (and at times ambiguous) blends\, and find some new favorites for your personal collection. Why is the event at La Place Wine Bar? The proprietor of La Place is Betty Dunbar. Earlier in her career\, she ran a wine-importing business that was heavily focused on the wines of Languedoc-Roussillon. This region is near and dear to her heart and her store has the best selection of these wines in town. \n \nIn addition\, Chef Norbert from The Nook will be providing a variety of his excellent burgers to enjoy alongside the wines. Like they say\, it’s Friday night somewhere…Oh wait\, they don’t. \n \n 
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/monday-night-wines-with-friday-night-burgers/
LOCATION:La Place\, 205 Santa Barbara Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Epicurean SB One Year Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate one year of culinary experiences\, exploration & education!\n \nTo celebrate one year of culinary experiences\, exploration & education\, the ESB team has been working hard to design an unforgettable evening that truly captures the essence of what it is to be an Epicurean Santa Barbara member: a night of “Pure Imagination!” \nThis whimsical evening will immerse you in a world of creative imaginations coming to life through chefs\, winemakers\, brewers\, distillers\, and musicians all wrapped up into a culinary and musical extravaganza! It’s our very own night at the Oscars with live music performances featuring artists from NYC & LA\, a festival gathering on the beautiful Court of Califia full of fantastic food & beverage purveyors culminating in a collaborative chef’s dinner in The Alhambra ballroom. Our favorite chefs and winemakers will be in attendance to celebrate with us. \nThe evening will begin with a pre-dinner interactive sunset festival gathering set on the beautiful Court of Califia. Enjoy crafted bites\, beverage tastings\, and chef demonstrations accompanied by live musical performances\, all under the lights.  The festival gathering will be followed by a multi-course plated dinner in The Alhambra ballroom presented by a collective of chefs and winemakers. This progressive dinner will include special live musical and theatrical performances to inspire the imagination and embody the Epicurean dream. We’ll be flying in broadway performers from LA and NYC as well as featuring  Santa Barbara locals. \nCollaborating Chefs & Restaurants\nChef Alex La Motte & Benjamin Kunert – Blackbird\nChef Drew Terp – Pico\nChef Robert Perez – Black Sheep\nChef Nick Bodden & Ron Allen – Beefhearts\nChef PA Tremblay – Julienne\nSanta Barbara Popcorn Co.\nTwenty-four Blackbirds Chocolate\nLe Sorelle Imports (Olive Oils) \n      \nWinemakers & Beverage Collaborators\nSanguis Wines\nJacob Toft Winery\nTablas Creek\nZeitgeist Cellars\nJamie Slone Wines\nDenner Vineyards\nDilecta Wines\nEleven Eleven Wines\nAnomaly Vineyards\nIan Cutler Spirits\nNight Lizard Brewing Company\nHallstein Water \n   \nMatthias Pippig – Sanguis         Jacob Toft – Toft           Mark Porembski – Zeitgeist \nPerforming Artists\n     \nWe are honored to have join us some amazing music talents from New York and Los Angeles as well as musicians from Santa Barbara. The progressive evening and dinner will include special live musical and theatrical performances to inspire the imagination and embody the Epicurean dream. From pop and classics\, to epic Broadway songs\, we’re all in for an inspiration musical treat! \nKatie Fritzke\nKatie Fritzke is a multi-faceted vocalist based in Santa Barbara\, California. She has recorded and performed with award-winning artists such as Kenny Loggins\, Monte Schultz\, and has toured through the U.S.\, Europe\, and Asia with bands and diverse music ensembles. \nAlex Goley\nAlex Goley is a singer and actor out of New York City. Aside from his career in theatre\, he can be found performing with his NYC based band “Po’ Boys”. Previous roles include Tommy (The Who’s Tommy)\, Tobias Ragg (Sweeney Told); Huck Finn (Big River\, TheatreWorksSV)\, and Prince Edward (Richard III). \nJennifer Julian (Master of Ceremony)\nWith a successful background in creative development\, direction and performance\, Jennifer Julian has worked alongside such greats as Eric Idle (Spamalot)\, Art Garfunkel\, the late great Sydney Pollack\, Mike Nichols and Robin Williams.  Jen is parlaying both her creative and producing skills into film\, tv and the digital space with her seasoned producing partner\, Holly Payberg\, and the recent launch of June Bug Pictures. \nAshley Rose\nSelect NYC credits: Junk: A Rock Opera (Joe’s Pub)\, Standby (Cynthia\, FringeNYC and Gallery Players)\, NightOfTheLivingDead the Musical (Richard Shepard Theatre). Regional: Ghost (Molly)\, Next to Normal (Natalie)\, Hair (Sheila)\, Ring of Fire (Trenna)\, and Always… Patsy Cline (Patsy Cline). Ashley is also an award winning singer-songwriter whose song “Trace of You”\, climbed the Billboard Dance Chart to #22. \nMatt ShingledeckerMatt is thrilled to be working with Amy and Keith again after having first collaborated with them on their award-winning NYMF show Standby and the cast album that followed. Currently touring the US and Canada as Enjolras in Les Miserables. Broadway: Wicked (Fiyero)\, West Side Story (Tony – Featured in Arthur Laurent’s Memoir “The Rest of the Story: A Life Completed)\, Spring Awakening. Off-Broadway: Rent (Roger – Original Revival Cast). Tour: Wicked (Fiyero) and Spring Awakening (Georg). \nSamantha Eve\nRecent acting credits include Oklahoma (Kate) at Opera San Luis Obispo\, Merrily We Roll Along (Evelyn) at Rubicon Theatre Company\, The 25th…Spelling Bee (Olive Ostrovsky) with Elite Theatre Company\, Arsenic and Old Lace (Elaine) with SBCC Theatre Group\, and American Idiot (Heather) with Out of the Box Theatre Company. Samantha is also the Artistic Director of Out of the Box Theatre Company in Santa Barbara\, CA. and has been the recipient of Indy Theater Awards for her direction of Spring Awakening\, Next to Normal\, BARE\, Andrew Lippa’s The Wild Party\, and The Rocky Horror Show. www.outoftheboxtheatre.org \nWe invite you to come with us on an artistic culinary journey limited only by your imagination.\n \nWe’ll look back at our greatest moments and to those great moments yet to come! We will also announce highlights of our upcoming 2019 event schedule and honor some very special members and guests\, so join us for a magical night with the entire ESB family! This is an all member event not to be missed! \nTicket Options\nEPIC “Golden Ticket” Includes (Limited Quantities)\n• Private rooftop sunset reception with special guest chef and winemaker (begins at 4:30pm) \n• Access to ESB “VIP Member” reception (begins at 5:00pm)\n• Pre-dinner interactive food & wine festival with chef demos\, beverage tastings and more…\n• Multi-course wine dinner and music performances by NYC & LA performing artists\n• Priority dinner seating at EPIC tables with chefs\, winemakers\, and more…\n• Exclusive wine pouring at dinner only for “Golden Ticket” holders in addition to the featured dinner wines\n• Personalized keepsake menu & program\n• Special EPIC gift package ($150 value)\n• 25% off Hotel California room rates for “Golden Ticket” holders only! (email ESB for discount following event registration)\nStandard Ticket includes\n• Pre-dinner interactive  food & wine festival with chefs demos\, beverage tastings and more…(“VIP Members” automatically receive Early Bird access at 5:00pm)\n• Multi-course wine dinner and theatrical performances by NYC & LA performing artists\n• Member gift package ($100 value)\n• Keepsake menu & program\n*Vegetarian and Gluten Free options will be available. Please notify ESB upon registration.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/esb-1st-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Hotel Californian\, 36 State Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Celebration,Cocktails,Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Music,Spirits,Sweets,Wine
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SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Stephan Asseo of L'Aventure Winery
DESCRIPTION:A cellar-worthy winemaker evening with Stephan Asseo\, owner & winemaker of L’Aventure wines! \nEpicurean Santa Barbara is extremely honored to host Stephan and his daughter Chloé in Santa Barbara for this rare and unique opportunity to experience L’Aventure wine\, normally only offered to their allocation members and mailing list. \nStephan Asseo\, originally from France\, was already known for pushing the limits of winemaking. After making wine for 17 years in France\, Stephan got tired of the French regulations\, known as Apellation Controlée\, which limited his desire to make creative blends. In 1997\, Stephan and his wife Beatrice made the decision to start a new “adventure”! They had a few ideas on where to go\, California being one of them. After searching thoroughly through Napa Valley and Sonoma\, they did not find anything what they were looking for. Finally\, they stumbled upon Paso Robles where they fell in love immediately with the area. \nStephan began making wine in 1982\, following his education at L’Ecole Oenologique de Macon\, Burgundy\, France. In that same year\, Stephan established Domaine de Courteillac in Bordeaux. He and his family later purchased Chateau Fleur Cardinal and Chateau Robin in the Cotes de Castillion\, Bordeaux. Over the next 15 years\, Stephan developed into an artisan winemaker of fastidious craftsmanship and gained a reputation as a maverick vigneron. However\, his true desire was to be more innovative than AOC law would allow. In 1996\, this led him on a quest for a great terroir\, where he could pursue his ideal as a winemaker. After searching for over a year among the world’s great wine fields\, ranging from South Africa to Lebanon\, Argentina to Napa\, Stephan found Paso Robles. Stephan immediately “fell in love” with the unique terroir of west side Paso Robles. The rolling topography of the Santa Lucia Mountain Range\, the deep calcareous soils\, and the maritime influences of the renowned Templeton Gap all combine to produce a world class wine country\, with the potential to craft some of the world’s greatest blends. It is here\, in Paso Robles\, that Stephan began his adventure\, “L’Aventure”. \n“Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!” \nJoin us for an enlightening evening with Stephan and Chole as they share their journey from France to Paso and their passion for elegenent and bold wines. The spirit of L’Aventure is most evident in Stephan’s “Paso Blends“\, such as Optimus and Estate Cuvée. Both wines are Syrah/ Cabernet Sauvignon/ Petit Verdot blends. In these wines\, as well as in our Rhône blend Côte à Côte\, the blending of premium varietals increases the authenticity\, complexity\, and balance of the wines. In this adventurous spirit\, we find the future of Paso Robles wines… great\, balanced red blends. \n\n  \nFeatured Wines\nEstate Rosé 2017 – $32.00\nOptimus Red Blend 2016 – $56.00\nCôte a Côte GSM 2016 – $98.00\nEstate Cuvée 2016 – $108.00\nPlus an additional library Cuvée that Stephan will bring to the tasting!\n \nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-stephan-asseo-of-laventure-winery/
LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:December Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join the Epicurean team\, fellow members and guests for an Open House at The Wine Shepherd.\nEnjoy drink specials\, nibbles\, and meet other ESB members! Bring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! Talk over your discoveries with new friends at our community table\, grab your own table\, or relax in the garden courtyard. \nNo need to register\, just show up and bring a friend\, or two!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/december-open-house/
LOCATION:The Wine Shepherd\, 30 East Ortega Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Michelin Starred Chef Massimo Falsini
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Santa Barbara’s Newest Michelin Starred Chef\, Massimo Falsini.\n\nThis is an exclusive opportunity to meet Chef Massimo Falsini\, who has just joined our community to oversee the culinary operation of a Luxury Oceanside Resort.\nBe the first to meet and sample Chef Massimo’s award-winning cuisine! Join us as Chef prepares appetizers for guests\, and shares personal stories about his cooking\, travels\, and experience working in some of the highest rated restaurants around the world. \nESB will provide beverages\, and in between appetizers guests will have the opportunity to speak with Chef Massimo and experience first-hand his award-winning cuisine. Massimo joins our community with more than 30 years of experience in the food and beverage industry working in renowned restaurants in Europe\, the Middle East\, and North America. \nFrom a family of charcutiers\, Massimo started as early as the age of 16 in Felice a Testaccio\, a historical Roman Trattoria\, and spent his youth in prestigious kitchens until reaching Harry’s Bar in Rome in 2004. Harry’s Bar was awarded a Michelin Star while Massimo was at the helm of the kitchen two years later. \nAfter many years of travels mastering his craft\, Massimo and his family decided to call the US home and moved to Florida 10 years ago. Most recently\, Massimo served as the Executive Chef at the Solage\, part of the Auberge Resorts Collection in Napa Valley\, where he oversaw the nine-time Michelin-Starred restaurant Solbar. Prior to this role\, Massimo held positions as the Executive Chef at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai in the Big Island Hawaii\, and as the Executive Chef at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/evening-with-chef-massimo-falsini/
LOCATION:Private Home\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Chef's Table,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Chef's Table Truffle Lunch with Tiziano Fioretti
DESCRIPTION:EAT THE TRUFFLE. BUY THE TRUFFLE. BE THE TRUFFLE.\n…Ok so that last part is a little metaphysical\, but it’s hard to contain our excitement around truffle season! ESB is offering members two opportunities to experience Italian Winter Black Truffles during the few precious weeks they are in season: \n1. A Truffle Lunch at Mosto Crudo w/chef Tiziano Fioretti & Truffle Purveyor Andrea Sempribon\n2. Black Winter Truffle Purchase through Epicurean Santa Barbara.\nThese opportunities are contingent upon a minimum number of registrations!\nChef Ti has designed a five course menu whose purpose is to take guests on a Black Truffle journey. Each course will be prepared a la minute\, in front of guests\, and will be topped of with fresh shaved black truffles. Starting with shaved truffle over sunny side up egg\, which offers the best expression of the truffle\, each dish will showcase the ingredient alongside classic and expertly crafted flavors and dishes. \nAdditionally\, Andrea Sempribon\, Truffle importer and Sommelier\, will teach members all about this famous fungi\, including its cultivation\, use\, storage\, and history! \n\nMembers are welcome to BYOB (no extra charge!)\, order wines by the glass\, or opt in for a wine pairing designed by Andrea\, featuring wines from the Piedmont region (Barolo\, Barbaesco\, ect.)\, where the truffles are cultivated. For questions about substitutions\, please email amy@epicureansb.com. \n**In order to execute this event\, at least 6 registrations are needed. If attendance does not reach 6\, this event will be cancelled\, and registrations refunded.\nMENU\nScallop Crudo\n…Topped with shaved truffles\nSunny Side Up Egg\n…Topped with shaved truffles\nSteak Tartare\n…Also topped with shaved truffles\nChef Ti’s Handmade Gluten-free Fettuccine with Butter & Parmesan\n…And still more shaved truffles\nVegan Coconut Ice Cream\n…We said this is all about truffles. So yes\, Truffles on this too!\nWine Pairing TBA\n\nBLACK WINTER TRUFFLE PURCHASE\nThe 2nd opportunity to experience the delicacy is to purchase truffles for your own home cooking! ESB is organizing a bulk purchase so eager home chefs can indulge in this delicacy with their own recipes\, or dazzle their friends\, family\, and significant others with shaved truffles during the holiday season! \nItalian Black Winter truffles have the best flavor and best pricing this time of year\, and we can acquire Black Winter Truffles at $1.0 per gram. Registration for the truffles ends on Friday at 5:00pm\, and truffles will be available for pick-up at Mosto Crudo between between Dec. 26th and 29th\, just in time for a decadent New Year’s celebration. \nPICK-UP\, STORAGE\, and USE:\nRegistrants will be notified once the truffles are available. When picking up truffles\, bring a glass jar full of white arborio rice. Why? Rice is the ideal medium to keep the humidity in check and to properly insulate the truffle. Keep truffles in the glass jar submerged in rice\, in the fridge until use. Uncut\, the truffles will least about a week in fridge. After time they dry out and lose flavor. \nOnce it has been sliced\, use remaining truffle within a day or two. But don’t you dare throw out that rice! It will be\nbeautifully fragranced with truffle\, and will make a delicious risotto. \nTruffles can be purchased in 50gm increments. 50 gm is the recommended portion for two servings of truffles\, or multiple small plates. (For example\, if preparing a pasta dish for two people\, 50 gms will be enough to shave over both dishes.)\nSimply shave over anything and everything. \nUse a mandolin or truffle slicer (check on amazon) to shave wafer thin slices of fresh black truffle over the top of a hot dish just before serving (like roast chicken served with a light jus\, topped with finely shaved truffle – the warmth of the cooked meat gently releases the aroma of the truffle)\, or finely chop about 10g of black truffle (until it resembles the grated dark chocolate) and sprinkle on cheesy cauliflower gratin or thick\, creamy potato mash finished with a dollop of best artisan butter.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/chefs-table-truffle-lunch-w-tiziano-fioretti/
LOCATION:Mosto Crudo\, 7 W Haley st\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chef's Table,Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Lunch,Wine
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SUMMARY:Blind Wine Tasting and Fellowship Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Put your palate to the test at ESB’s Blind Wine Tasting & Fellowship dinner! \nGuests will come together to enjoy a “Fellowship Dinner”\, where each guest brings a food item (starter\, side\, or entree) to share family style…i.e. Potluck and sit down blind wine tasting of 6 red Rhone varietal wines. Members will gather\, taste three single varietals\, enjoy dinner\, then proceed to a blind tasting where palates and red wines will be put to the test. Don’t want to cook? No problem! Call up our friends at C’est Cheese\, Tino’s or Whole Foods and have them put together a cheese\, charcuterie\, or apertivo platter; or order a dish from your favorite restaurant to share with friends. \n\nThe theme of this blind tasting is: high quality Rhone varietal red blends vs. pure Rhone red varietals. Can you tell the difference between a 100% Syrah\, Mourvèdre\, or Grenache versus a blend\, such as a GSM? Whether a beginner or advanced super taster\, this blind tasting is a great opportunity to grow your wine knowledge and palate. The education doesn’t stop there…not only are your testing your palate\, but you’re putting the wine to the test\, correlating the perceived quality of a blend against that of a single varietal. What do you prefer? Why 100%? Why the blend? How do the varietals affect the overall flavor and aromatics of the blend?
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/blind-rhone-wine-tasting-and-fellowship-dinner/
LOCATION:TBD\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Wine & Dine Weekend in Paso Robles
DESCRIPTION:The ESB Founders are leading guests on a one of a kind wine experience in Paso!\nFrom Friday\, February 8th to Sunday\, February 10th\, a small group of ESB members will visit 7 top-rated wineries in Paso Robles. Several of these wineries\, including “members only” wineries like Law\, Denner\, Torrin\, and L’Aventure\, are planning special cellar\, library\, or estate tastings specifically for our members. \nThe registration fee for this excursion includes all wine tastings\, Friday and Saturday night dinner (wine included)\, Saturday lunch\, full transportation for Saturday’s events\, and Sunday Brunch. Guests are responsible for travel to and from Paso\, their accommodations\, and Saturday breakfast. ESB has acquired discount rates for two recommended hotels in the area. Throughout this excursion ESB Team will provide water & snacks\, and will assist in the transport and care of all members’ wine purchases.\nThe afternoon will start on Friday 1:00pm\, with a private tasting at Denner Vineyards at their exquisite tasting room and beautiful views. The original 96-acres of vineyards were designed and planted by John Crossland of Beckstoffer fame; and most recently the 2015 Ditch Digger and 2015 Dirt Worshipper were both awarded 95 points by Robert Parker. Following Denner will be Tablas Creek Vineyard\, where Jason Haas\, son of Tablas Creek Vineyard founder and renowned importer Robert Haas\, will lead guests through a private Estate tasting and brief tour of the barrel room.Friday and Saturday night dinners have been arranged for the group and all wine and food are included in the registration fee. Rather than prix fixe\, the menus have been designed to allow guests to order multiple courses\, share dishes\, and customize their meal based on their diets and personal tastes; (in the true Epicurean fashion). ESB will also bring some special wines to share with guests at both dinners\, and guests’ transportation has been arranged to and from their hotels.\nOn Saturday\, guests have the option of purchasing breakfast at their respective hotels\, or neighborhood restaurants. At 9:30 am all guests will be picked up for a day of tasting. The first stop is Law Estate Wines\, and their visually spectacular tasting room overlooking the 100% estate grown Law Family Vineyard. Assistant Winemaker Phillip Pfunder\, is personally designing “a memorable tasting experience” for the group. Following Law is L’Aventure\, where Chloe Asseo\, Winemaker Stephan Asseo’s daughter\, has also arranged for a cellar walk-through and special library pour. Following the tasting\, members will have a family style lunch comprised of artisan charcuterie\, cheeses\, and antipasti\, to enjoy with L’Aventure’s wines courtesy ESB. With bellies satiated and palettes inspirited\, we will finish the day with a private tasting with Winemaker Orion Stang of Dilecta\, whose interior facade features incredible post-modern artwork by his mother. Orion’s experience working under Eric Jensen of Booker\, and his culinary training makes him one of our favorite under-the-radar winemakers of the region. Following Dilecta\, we’re planning to sneak in a special visit to Jacob Toft Wines\, time permitting!On Sunday morning\, guests will pack up and meet at Thomas Hill Organics for brunch. (And what’s brunch without a little Rosé or Sparkling Wine?). After brunch will be the final winery of the weekend: Torrin Wines. Guests will taste through Viquel and Scott Hawley’s Lagom and highly sought after Torrin Wines in their brand new state-of-the-art tasting room\, looking over the Willow Creek District.The tasting at Torrin concludes the trip! Guests can opt to drive back to Santa Barbara or stay in town to visit one or more wineries. Amy and Keith plan to make the most of the weekend and visit one additional tasting room\, Booker\, and end the weekend with Burger Night at Chef Drew Terp’s restaurant\, Pico\, in Los Alamos. Join us\, won’t you? \nRECOMMENDED HOTELS\nUpon registration\, ESB will send codes and instructions for discounted rates\nAdelaide Inn – The Discount rate of $138.60/night\nAdelaide in offers humble\, yet spacious and comfortable accommodations and great service. This is an ESB favorite. The Adelaide Inn has set aside Executive King rooms and Double Queen rooms for Feb 8.-Feb 10\, 2019. \nAllegretto Resort – Discounted rate of $239/night \nAllegretto Resort is a luxurious hotel whose luxurious architecture and design is inspired by Ancient Rome and the Far East. Also on site is the Allegretto tasting room\, which is a great way to start the day if you arrive early. \nHotel Au Cheval – $525/night\nHotel Au Cheval is a boutique luxury hotel with only 16 rooms\, just off Paso Robles’ historic town square. It has thoughtfully designed and refined accommodations\, and fine dining options. Enjoy the outdoor wood- burning fireplaces with complimentary S’mores service in the evening\, as well as the Library\, Spa Treatment and Pony Club Wine Bar. Very limited availability. Walking distance from Hotel Au Cheval is Herman Story’s tasting room\, which is a great way to start the day if you arrive early. \nQuestions? Email amy@epicureansb.com\nLaw Estate Wines \nDowntown Paso Robles \nL’Aventure Vineyards \nDenner Vineyards
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/wine-dine-weekend-in-paso-robles/
LOCATION:Paso Robles\, Spring St & 12th St\, Paso Robles\, CA\, 93446\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Lunch,Travel,Wine
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SUMMARY:Champagnes\, Cremants and Raclette
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate February 14th with two essential Valentine’s day traditions: Champagne and Oooey Gooey\, Cheese…\n No\, Not Fondue\, but Raclette!…Ah\, two of Europe’s Greatest imports tangled together for a ESB Valentine’s day Rendezvous…How lovely….and delicious.\nStart the evening off with a tasting of boutique Champagnes and cremants\, hand-selected by ESB founders and board members (all available for purchase). The sparkling wines are from highly rated purveyors from the Champagne region\, with many producers who are certified from the European Union as Organic or Biodynamic. In addition they represent of wide range of styles and price points. These small batch champagnes are all elegant and approachable\, yet each have distinguishing flavors and mouthfeel based on their grape varietals and winemaking techniques. \nCremants/Champagnes include:\nChâteau de Brézé – NV Cremant de Loire\, Blanc ($24)\nThierry Richoux – NV Cremant de Bourgogne ($35)\nRemi Leroy – NV Champagne\, Brut Rose ($68)\nGratiot-Pillière – NV Champagne\, Brut Tradition ($37)\nVincent Charlot – 2011 Champagne\, L’Or des Basses Ronces ($98)\n\nAt some point in the evening\, proceed towards the Raclette….\nRacelette is a Swiss cheese known just as much for its nutty\, full sweet \, and ridiculously creamy flavor as it is for its visual appeal. A half wheel of this cow’s milk cheese is placed in a Raclette Melter\, where a heat source melts the top of cheese into a bubbly\, oozy\, and crusted layer. \n \nLong ago Swiss laborers placed their cheese close to the fire until the cheese started to melt. Closely imitating this is the heating unit in a Raclette Melter.\nGuests will build a plate from a variety of vegetables\, breads\, meats\, cornichons\, and fruit. Once the cheese is ready\, it is then scraped off with a knife\, and cascaded over the accompaniments. ESB will have its own “Racletteur” present from C’est Cheese to serve guests a creamy scrape of cheese over their plates. \nThis event is an educational tasting\, a communal\, social dining experience\, and an indulgent and fun way to celebrate Valentine’s day.
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LOCATION:Private Home\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Matthias Pippig of Sanguis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Matthias Pippig of Sanguis Wines!\nKickstarting our 2019 Winemaker Evening series is Matthias Pippig\, owner and winemaker at Sanguis Wines\, Santa Barbara. Sanguis is a premier boutique winery that specializes in an eclectic Rhône and Bordeaux style blends. Pippig changes blends yearly in his wines\, hand sorts each wine and never makes the same wine twice. Many of his wines weigh in at over 15% alcohol\, but they do not present as highly alcoholic. These wines are sourced from some of the best vineyards in the Santa Barbara and Central Coast area.Most recently the 2015 “Bossman” earned Sanguis 97 pts from Jeb Dunnuck!  \nLatin for blood\, Sanguis was founded by the German-born Matthias Pippig. Pippig has previously worked as a wine importer for Marc DeGrazia Selections\, and Estate Wines\, winemaker at Grassini Family Vineyards\, as well as a stint at the famous Le Brea Bakery. A food-industry marketing consultant by training\, Pippig’s operation is quite similar to that of his motorcycle-riding buddy and former La Brea Bakery boss Manfred Krankl\, the celebrated cult winemaker of Sine Qua Non. If you haven’t had the chance to try his wines\, you are in for a serious treat. What many do not know is that Matthias is a skillful chef in his own right. At his own Winemaker Evening\, Matthias will not only be featured as Winemaker\, but also as Chef\, as he is collaborating with ESB to create his ideal food pairings for his wines. \n\nSuperstar winemaker\, Mattias Pippig\, crafts some stunning wines out of Santa Barbara County. – Washington Wine Blog \n\n\nWines for the evening:\n2015 See Through ($50 retail)\n2015 Verve – 95 pts – ($80 retail)\n2015 The Modern – 95 pts – ($80 retail)\n2015 Bossman – 97 pts – ($80 retail) \n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!”\nIn 2004\, when Jamie and I decided to start Sanguis\, there was just the two of us\, and a shared vision for making wines that aim to capture nature’s beauty through our sense of aesthetics. Today\, we are fortunate to share this vision with our motley but tight crew working with us in the vineyards and the most beautifully functional converted warehouse in Santa Barbara’s industrial zone and with the many enthusiastic supporters who have joined our club and mailing list since then.  Learn more about Sanguis Wines! \n\n  \nWine of extraordinary character\, complexity\, and balance is a product of place\, time\, and the people who engage in the process of growing and making it\, their discipline and willingness to take risks and improvise. When you play a wrong note\, it is the next note that makes it good or bad.\n—Miles Davis \nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight!
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-matthias-pippig-sanguis/
LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday at Rosewood’s Miramar Beach Bar
DESCRIPTION:Relax and “Wine Down” with ESB members and guests for our first Wine Down Wednesday at the brand new Miramar Beach Bar in the Rosewood Miramar Beach Resort.\nTo continue the celebration and welcoming of Michelin Starred Chef Massimo Falsini\, ESB is hosting this event at the newly-opened location. For this private event with no-host bar\, Chef Massimo and his team will craft six appetizers to be passed throughout the evening\, and guests are welcome to order beverages from the no-host bar. ESB has hosted Chef Massimo twice since his arrival\, and now this is an opportunity to visit Chef on his home turf! This Wednesday just got a lot better. Oh\, and don’t forget to stay for the prize drawing. \nInspired by a luxurious sailing vessel\, the Miramar Beach Bar features highly varnished wood\, copper and stainless-steel detailing. The location presents a memorable oceanfront venue for guests to socialize over activities including shuffleboard and fireside conversation\, under glittering festoon lights on the outdoor deck.
URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/wine-down-wednesday-at-rosewoods-miramar-beach-bar/
LOCATION:Rosewood Mirarmar Beach\, 1759 S Jameson Lane\, Montecito\, CA\, 93108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine
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