Sparkling Artisan Table

On Thursday, December 10, A.R. Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines presents its last Artisan Table before spring of next year. The culinary team will create a festive menu to go along with the sparkling wines of Schramsberg. Fred Zammataro, Executive VP for Schramsberg, will host the dinner and provide insights about each of the wines served. Cost is $160 per person; seating is limited. (858.777.6635, www.lodgetorreypines.com)

Wines to be served:

Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs, 2012
Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs, 2011
Schramsberg Rosé, 2012
“J. Schram” by Schramsberg, 2005

Schramsberg Vineyards is a winery located in Calistoga, California in the Napa Valley region. The vineyard, which was originally founded in 1862, produces a series of sparkling wines using the same method as Champagne. Schramsberg is considered one of the premium brands in the production of sparkling wine in California and the first U.S. wine to “match the style and quality of the best French Champagnes.”

The Schramsberg estate is tucked into the densely forested slopes of Diamond Mountain, a few miles south of the town of Calistoga, and is home to the oldest hillside vineyards in Napa. It totals 218 acres with 43 acres planted to vines. Schramsberg has also played a role in world history. The Blanc de Blancs was used for President Nixon’s 1972 “Toast to Peace” with China’s Premier Zhou Enlai. Schramsberg’s sparkling wines have been served at official State functions by every U.S. Presidential administration since.

Sparkling Artisan Table