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Wine and Food Seminars
We've set up a series of events so that you can learn from the leaders of the food and wine industry in a relaxed, enjoyable setting.
| Thursday, May 20, 2010 |
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| 11:30am-12:30pm |
SEM-01 |
Secrets of Le Grand Fromage with Ihsan Gurdal
Ihsan Gurdal, a long-time friend of the Nantucket Wine Festival, is considered to be one of the great cheese savants in the world. From his base at Formaggio Kitchen in Cambridge, Ihsan travels the world seeking out artisan producers of the world's finest cheeses. His performance is masterful, combining passion and intellect. He will take you through a sensory exploration of cheese and some favored condiments and explain the relationship between cheese and wine. Wines from Robert Kacher Selections, presented by Carole Decouard. Wines TBA.
Location: White Elephant Main Tent |
$75.00 |
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| Friday, May 21, 2010 |
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EVENT DESCRIPTION |
PRICE |
| 10:30am-11:30am |
SEM-10 |
Bottega del Vino Glasses
If the Wine Matters, So Does the Glass and in this unusual seminar, you will experience both wines and wine glasses that matter! Join Robert Hall of Bottega del Vino Crystal and Elton Slone of Robert Craig Wine in a tasting comparing the wines using everyday glasses and the stems of Bottega del Vino Crystal, in order to examine the impact a glass can have on the taste of the wine. A wide ranging question and answer session is an important part of this seminar. Participants will each take home two hand-made crystal stems from Bottega del Vino with a retail value of $90.00. Wines: TBA.
Location: Nantucket Yacht Club Governor's Room |
$75.00 |
| 10:30am-11:30pm |
SEM-11 |
Matt Jennings Cheese Seminar
You might not know it, but for the past 20 years a revolution has been going on in America. The steady climb of American artisan cheesemakers--a skilled and tireless lot--offers proof of consumers interest and respect for traditional European style cheesemaking, right here at home. In this session, get an introduction to some of America's premier artisan cheesemakers, through a tasting of their exemplary products. Your taste buds will be tickled and most likely quite surprised at the quality and depth of flavor that can be found from cheesemakers who live right next door. Matt Jennings, owner of Farmstead, Inc., in Providence, will be your host. Wines from Moet Hennessy USA Estates & Wines.
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Location: White Elephant Shoreline Tent |
$75.00 |
| 11:45am-1pm |
SEM-12 |
The Ultimate Seafood Seminar
With Seth and Angela Raynor of The Boarding House, Pearl, and Corazon del Mar; Jasper White of Summer Shack; and Island Creek Oysters. Winery TBA.
Location: White Elephant Main Tent |
$100.00 |
| 2:30pm-3:30pm |
SEM-13 |
Cooking Demonstration: The Rose Way
Cooking demonstration by Sarah Leah Chase, author, chef, and Nantucket icon. Wines by Chateau d'Esclans, presented by Paul Chevalier, National Fine Wine Director, Shaw-Ross International Importers.
Location: White Elephant Main Tent |
$75.00 |
| 5pm-6pm |
SEM-14 |
The Art of the Aperitif
"A perfect start to a perfect dining experience..." Join John Gertsen, bar manager of Drink, and Robert Cooper of Cooper Spirits for an appetite-whetting seminar about the art of the aperitif. Learn about the history and cultural importance of the aperitif, and how you can seamlessly incorporate it into your entertaining style. Aperitif cocktails will be paired with classic hors doeuvres prepared by (Chef TBA). This tradition dates back to the 17th century, most commonly used in Italy. Aperitifs can be made from classic ingredients or new classics such as St-Germain. They are a great way to entertain before a dinner or as the focus of entire party concept.
Location: The White Elephant Main Tent |
$60.00 |
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| Saturday, May 22, 2010 |
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EVENT DESCRIPTION |
PRICE |
| 10:15am-11:45am |
SEM-21 |
Meat Alchemy: Making the Best of the Bargain Cuts with Ron Savenor
Master butcher Ron Savenor, of the legendary Savenor's Market in Boston and Cambridge, will butcher a beef forequarter. You will also taste brisket, chuck, and rib eye. Wines provided by Duckhorn Wine Company, presented by Frank Barbagallo, East Coast Brands Manager. Wines: TBA.
Location: The White Elephant Main Tent |
$65.00 |
| 10:30am-11:30am |
SEM-20 |
The Sonoma Coast: America's Hottest Viticultural Region
The far coast of Sonoma County, the "true Sonoma Coast," is home to some of the New World's most distinctive pinot noir. David Hirsch, a viticultural pioneer there, started planting his now-famous vineyard above Fort Ross in 1980. Kistler, Williams Selyem, Littorai and other legendary California producers have made vineyard designates from Hirsch, a group that has narrowed since Hirsch built his own winery on site in 2002. Jamey Whetstone purchased grapes from Hirsch until 2005. Based in St. Helena, Whetstone trained at Turley Wine Cellars before establishing his own label in 2002. He now produces several bottlings of Sonoma Coast pinot noir. Join Joshua Greene, editor and publisher of Wine & Spirits; David Hirsch, proprietor of Hirsch Vineyards; and Jamey Whetstone, proprietor of Whetstone Wine Cellars, in a discussion of the wines of the Sonoma Coast. Whetstone and Hirsch will provide their perspectives on the Sonoma Coast through their wines, including varied interpretations from the Hirsch Vineyard, produced by Whetstone, Hirsch and others.
Location: The White Elephant Shoreline Tent |
$50.00 |
Program is subject to change. The Nantucket Wine Festival reserves the right to cancel any undersubscribed event and refund the ticket price. |
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