WINO, Ventura County Chapter
Buttonwood Farm Winery
Sunday, November 14, 2010, 5:30 p.m.
Buttonwood is a small gem of a winery set in the midst of the Santa Ynez Valley. Planting on the 39-acre vineyard began in 1983 and the winery itself was completed in time for the crush of 1989. Their wines reflect a preference to Bordeaux and Rhone-style wines. An interesting fact is that the vineyard is one part of a well-cared for farm and not a mono-cultured crop. Winemaker Karen Steinwachs will be with us to give us the inside story of winemaking at Buttonwood. Executive Chef James Smith has created a menu to showcase these vintages.
1st
Traditional Greek Salad
2009 Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Ynez Valley
2nd
Curried Butternut Squash Bisque with toasted Pumpkin Seed
2007 Cabernet Franc, Santa Ynez Valley
3rd
California Bouillabaisse
2009 Syrah Rose Santa Ynez Valley
4th
Rosemary Braised Lamb Chops, Balckberry Demi Glace, Sweet Potato & Goat Cheese Puree
2007 Syrah, Santa Ynez Valley
5th
Chocolate & Kahlua Mousse Cake with toffee
2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, Santa Ynez Valley
Marriott Residence Inn, Vineyard Avenue at River Ridge, Oxnard