Harper, Davis in Master Sommelier dinner at Napa River Grill

[Robin Garr]

New Master Sommeliers (and forum participants) Scott Harper and Brett Davis will preside over a Master Sommelier dinner on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at Napa River Grill. Cost for the dinner with selected wines is $150. Here is the menu.


First Course

Lobster Cheesecake, Maine lobster, Parmesan crust, Fresh Wilted Watercress and Lobster Cream

Robert Sinskey, Pinot Blanc 2008 Los Carneros-Napa, CA (Magnums)


Second Course

Duck Confit in a Light Savory Garlic Sauce, Arugula, and White beans

Elyse, “Morosoli Vineyard” Zinfandel 1991, Napa Valley, CA

Elyse, “Howell Mountain” Zinfandel 1992 Napa Valley, CA


Third Course

Lamb Chops, Rosemary Demiglace, Creamy Polenta, Broccolini

Spottswoode, Cabernet Sauvignon 1991 Napa Valley, CA

Spottswoode, Cabernet Sauvignon 1992 Napa Valley, CA


Fourth Course

NY Strip Steak With Fresh Black Truffles, Stuffed Yukon Gold Potatoes

Beringer, “Private Reserve” Cabernet Sauvignon 1993 Napa Valley, CA (3 Liter)


Fifth Course

Fall Cobbler with Apples & Pears, Housemade Vanilla Ice Cream, Caramel Sauce

Robert Sinskey, “Late Harvest” Pinot Gris 2006 Los Carneros-Napa, CA

[Rick G]

Just out of curiosity, how many people in these days can afford $150 per person for wine and dinner? Both of these guys are great and I know the food is fantastic, but $300 per couple? Just curious!!!

[Roger A. Baylor]

That's incredible. I have a prior engagement ... but some day I'd really like to be at a dinner like this.

[David Clancy]

That's incredible. I have a prior engagement ... but some day I'd really like to be at a dinner like this.

Wow! For a buck-fifty a head, I'll be wanting that Opus One or Silver Oak, some Foie Gras, a fat Kobe ribeye, a snifter of Louis Tres, and a fine tasty Cuban to finish it off.....JMHO

[Stephen D]

The devil is in the details...

Double-check the vintages, vineyards and grapes. Pretty exciting!

We all have the tendancy to see 'Beringer' and our eyes gloss over and we think 'white zin.' Truth is, they possess quite the range of offerings.

All California, playing to the house, but all serious wines. The food looks pretty good too. When was the last time you took a cheesecake at first course? (!?!? hehe- I like that!)

Edit: And you know, Silv... ahh... screw it! /wink/wink

Edit x2: I'm so being playfull here!

[David Clancy]

The devil is in the details...

Double-check the vintages, vineyards and grapes. Pretty exciting!

We all have the tendancy to see 'Beringer' and our eyes gloss over and we think 'white zin.' Truth is, they possess quite the range of offerings.

All California, playing to the house, but all serious wines. The food looks pretty good too. When was the last time you took a cheesecake at first course? (!?!? hehe- I like that!)

Edit: And you know, Silv... ahh... screw it! /wink/wink

Edit x2: I'm so being playfull here!

"okay, okay, but I'm not drinking any f***ing Merlot....."

[Stephen D]

The devil is in the details...

Double-check the vintages, vineyards and grapes. Pretty exciting!

We all have the tendancy to see 'Beringer' and our eyes gloss over and we think 'white zin.' Truth is, they possess quite the range of offerings.

All California, playing to the house, but all serious wines. The food looks pretty good too. When was the last time you took a cheesecake at first course? (!?!? hehe- I like that!)

Edit: And you know, Silv... ahh... screw it! /wink/wink

Edit x2: I'm so being playfull here!

"okay, okay, but I'm not drinking any f***ing Merlot....."

Heelairous! I'm laughing out loud atm!