Join us for our Monthly Charity Wine Dinner & Other Events

 All wine dinner tickets are nonrefundable. If you are unable to attend we will do our best to try to resell the tickets for you if possible but we can not make any guarantees thank you for understanding, all of the food and wine for these events is purchased solely for the event and they are to raise money for charities.

if you are less then 4 diners you will be seated with other diners.  

 

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In-House Anniversary Wine Dinner -  Let's eat, drink, and celebrate

Luna Blu is turning 23!

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30

5 courses with 4 wines 
$85 per person, not including gratuity 
Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions and for
vegetarian and gluten-free options
If you book under 4 diners, you will be seated with other guests
Please arrive at 6 pm if you would like to enjoy a cocktail before dinner 
 
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Donny DeMarzo, Northeast Regional Manager for Paul Hobbs Winery and Paul Hobbs Imports, brings his nearly two decades of wine industry experience to the evening, with the last seven years working for the iconic winemaker and viticulturist. 

With a pedigree of representing some of Napa and Sonoma’s most iconic and influential estates, Donny will highlight unique California terroir as well as showcase the pioneering spirit of Paul Hobbs, venturing to multiple continents and highlighting a selection of Paul’s delicious passion projects around the globe.

 

 

 

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1st course

Baked Feta tart with pistachios and hot honey drizzle

Pairing: Yacoubian-Hobbs, Vayots Dzor Aghavnador Dry White Wine

2nd course

Grilled Halibut 

With pesto and roasted tomatoes

Pairing: Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs, Chardonnay 

3rd course

Orecchiette with a wild mushroom cream sauce 

Pairing: Crocus, L’ Atelier, Malbec de Cahors

4th course

Boneless Beef Short Ribs over baby spinach

Pairing: Vina Cobos, Corte Mendoza 

5th course 

Tiramisu

 

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Holiday Virtual Charity Wine Dinner Sunday, December 15, 2024

A trip to Italy - Eat & Drink for a great cause!
10% of each dinner & 100% of our cash wine raffle will be donated to Live Water Foundation
 $150 for 2 ( $95.00 for 1)
You will receive 3- 750 ml bottles of wine 
Pick up between 4 pm & 5 pm the virtual call will begin at 6 pm
Please email Erin any questions and for menu changes: email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
Gluten-free and vegetarian options
 
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Michiko Matsuura is a seasoned wine professional with over a decade of experience in the restaurant and wine industries. Ten years ago, she relocated to Austin, Texas, and quickly became a part of the city's vibrant restaurant scene, where she honed her expertise and developed a refined palate. Her dedication to the craft led to her certification as a sommelier and completion of WSET Level 3 in 2018, paving the way for a successful transition into wine distribution. In 2022, Michiko achieved the prestigious WSET Diploma, further solidifying her expertise and commitment to the wine industry. She recently relocated to Richmond, Virginia, where she will serve as the Heritage Fine Wine Specialist for Winebow in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

 

 

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1st Course

Seafood Arancini 

Pairing: Barone Pizzini, Animante Franciacorta Brut NV

 

2nd Course

Bucatini with a truffle sauce 

Damilano, Barolo Lecinquevigne

 

3rd Course

Osso Buco over baby spinach 

Grattamacco, Bolgheri Rosso 

 

4th Course

Chocolate Mousse with raspberries 

 

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New Year's Eve 2024
4 courses $68.00 per person, not including tax & gratuity
Ask about gluten-free, pescatarian & vegetarian options

 
RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

 

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Antipasti, select 1
Arancini- Fried risotto balls stuffed with basil and mozzarella over a pool of marinara with pesto
Scallops- wrapped in prosciutto, grilled, and served over creamy saffron sauce
Oysters- Baked with leeks, parmesan and bacon
Octopus- Grilled and topped with capote capers and lemon over creamy polenta
Crostini- Goat cheese and fig jam with pistachios and hot honey drizzle

Insalata, select 1
Caesar- Chopped Romaine, parmesan, our Caesar dressing with house-made croutons, anchovies upon request
Artisan- Baby mixed greens, dried cherries, and pears with candied pecans and a white balsamic dressing

Primi, select 1
Risotto all' Aragosta- Arborio rice with lobster, topped with a lobster tail
Sacchetti Con Pera- Purse shaped cheese filled pasta with pears in a gorgonzola cream sauce
Veal Chop- Stuffed with prosciutto and fontina, grilled, served with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans
Fettuccine Nero- Squid Ink pasta tossed with shrimp and crabmeat in a creamy rose sauce
Pistachio-crusted Halibut- Baked and served over orzo pasta with roasted tomatoes and pesto sauce
Filetto di Manzo- Two 3 oz Filet Medallions stacked with crispy potatoes over baby spinach,
topped with a mushroom gorgonzola cream sauce

Dolci, select 1
Zabaglione- Egg custard creamed with marsala wine, served with berries
Tiramisu- Alternating layers of lady fingers rolled in espresso with mascarpone and chocolate chips, dusted
with cocoa powder
Affogato- Vanilla ice cream drown in hot espresso
Chocolate Mousse- Whipped milk chocolate mousse made with chocolate chips, served with strawberries

 

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January In-House Wine Dinner Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30

4 courses with 4 wines - $85 per person, not including gratuity  
Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions and forvegetarian and gluten-free options
If you book under 4 diners, you will be seated with other guests
Please arrive at 6 pm if you would like to enjoy a cocktail before dinner 

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Jenalyn Johnson has over 15 years of experience in the wine industry representing wines from all around the world. In February, she joined the Winebow Imports team

Nancy Ball is the Regional Sales Manager for Crimson Wine Group.  Nancy has been in the wine industry for over two decades and has the privilege to work with some of the best wine portfolios in the industry. Nancy has used her culinary background to help accentuate the relationship between food and wine.

Crimson Wine Group, established in 1991, represents great wineries including, Pine Ridge, Seghesio, Archery Summit, & Seven Hills.  They are the guardians of 1,000 acres of pristine vineyards, iconic estates, forests, and wildlife habitats along the West Coast.  Crimson’s success stems from the wide range of perspectives that the team brings to every single one of their wines.

 

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1st course

Seafood Salad with shrimp, scallops and calamari

Pairing; Pine Ridge Vineyards, Chenin Blanc Viognier White Blend

 

2nd course

Roasted butternut squash ravioli with baby spinach and crispy bacon in a brown butter sauce 

Pairing: Segesio Family Vineyards, Chardonnay Sonoma County 

 

3rd course

Stracotto di Manzo

Italian pot roast with root vegetables over mashed potatoes 

Paring: Seven Hills Winery, Merlot Walla Walla Valley 

 

4th course 

Dark chocolate bark with cherries and pistachio 

Pairing: Segasio Family Vineyards, Zinfandel Sonoma County

 

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Virtual Charity Wine Dinner  Sunday, January 26 @ 6 pm

Eat & Drink for a great cause!
10% of each dinner & 100% of our cash wine raffle will be AACPL Youth Literacy Programs 
 $150 for 2 ( $95.00 for 1)
You will receive 4- 750 ml bottles of wine. Pick up between 4 & 5 the virtual call will begin at 6 pm
Please email Erin any questions and for menu changes, gluten-free and/or vegetarian options This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

  

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Jenalyn Johnson has over 15 years of experience in the wine industry representing wines from all around the world. In February, she joined the Winebow Imports team as the Pioneer Strategic Brands Sales Manager for 

the Mid-Atlantic region, with a primary focus on promoting key brands in the portfolio from Villa Maria (New Zealand),  Yalumba (Australia), Catena (Argentina), and Ancient Peaks (California).  Before this role, she served as the East Coast Sales Manager at Ancient Peaks Winery in Paso Robles for the past four years.  Before her tenure at Ancient Peaks, she spent nearly a decade as a Winebow Sales Consultant in Virginia, where she built strong relationships with her loyal customers. In February 2024, Ancient Peaks became part of the Pioneer Division of Winebow Imports, and it made perfect sense for Winebow to bring Jenalyn back into this newly created role.  She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business from Palm Beach Atlantic University and has obtained certifications such as CSW (Certified Specialist of Wine), WSET Level 3 Certified with Distinction, and has completed 2/3’s of the WSET Diploma Level 4. 

 

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1st course

Fried Goat cheese over baby arugula with sliced green apples and hot honey

Pairing: Bodega Garzón, Sauvignon Blanc Reserva (2023)

 

2nd course

Blackened Shrimp polenta with roasted red pepper sauce 

Pairing: Catena, Chardonnay Mendoza (2023)

 

3rd course

Eggplant Rollatini 

Thinly sliced pan-fried eggplant rolled with ricotta pesto and spinach, topped with mozzarella, and baked with marinara sauce 

Pairing: Catena, Appellation Vista Flores Malbec (2022)

 

4th course 

Tri-color tortellini with mushrooms and sweet Italian sausage in a creamy Parmigiano sauce 

Pairing: Lapostolle, Cabernet Sauvignon Cuvée Alexandre Apalta (2022)

 

5th course

Tiramisu

 

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