The Ashford on Dresden invites wine lovers and food enthusiasts to a special evening celebrating the wines of France’s Loire Valley. Guests will enjoy a curated lineup of French wines paired with a selection of Loire Valley-inspired small plates from executive chef Jason T. Hall. The evening will also be hosted by wine expert Scott Stuart of United Distributors, who will guide guests through the tasting experience.
Tickets are $80 per person, plus tax and gratuity, and seating is limited. Reservations are available via OpenTable. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase bottles of the featured wines after the event at a special rate.
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Wine Selection
Paul Buisse Crémant de Loire (Sparkling Wine)
Domaine Paul Buisse Touraine Sauvignon (Sauvignon Blanc)
Michel Vattan Sancerre Rosé
Gilles Lesimple Chavignol Sancerre (Sauvignon Blanc)
Domaine Vincent Carême Vouvray Spring (Chenin Blanc)
Small Plates
Brie & Brioche with quince fluid gel and herbs
Frisée aux lardons with goat cheese snow, turmeric pickled cauliflower, coddled egg and avocado green goddess
Cured salmon belly with chilled dashi, green coriander and cherry compote
Pan-seared scallop with celery root puree, strawberry gastrique and shaved celery
“Fleurs Sauvages” with honeysuckle crème brûlée and wildflowers