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Upcoming Events

March 21 - Bridlewood @ Eric's 

April 18 - Rosenthal

May 16 - Rancho Ventavo Cellars

June 13 - Opolo  

July 11 - Ken Brown, 35th Anniversary  of WINO @ Eric's

August 8 - Tobin James

Sept. 12 - McManis Vineyards

November - New Zealand and South American wines

Dec. 12 -Holiday Wine Dinner

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Alma Rosa Winery

Mumm Napa

Australian Premium Wines

Four Vines Winery

Tobin James Cellars

Seghesio Winery

Herzog Wine Cellars

Thornton Winery

Norman Vineyards


 

Next Event

Palmina Winery

Sunday, February 21, 2010, 5:30 p.m.

On a road trip to the Central Coast area of Southern California, I was introduced to a winery named Palmina.  They specialize in traditional Italian varietals that are modern by design because of the very unique characteristics of the soil and climate of Santa Barbara County.  The winery keeps their production small so that they can continue their commitment to high quality production.  Palmina was founded by Steve Clifton in 1995.  He is partners in the winery with his wife Chrystal.  They share a love of wine, food and the feeling of family and friends brought about by the sharing of wine. When I was at their tasting room I found their wines very drinkable and of excellent quality.  The menu was prepared by Chef Jorge Espinosa.

1st Course
Braised Orange Roughy
With Red Roasted Garlic Coulis
Arneis 2008

2nd Course
Tuscan Salad
Mixed Greens, Kalamata Olives, Yellow Ripe Tomatoes,
Prosciutto Ham, Pepper Cheese, with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Botasea Rosato 2008

3rd Course
Scallaopine di Vitello
Varieta di Funghi Selvaggi Demi Glassa
Con II Zio’s Angel, Ripe Tomato, Fresh Basil & Olive Oil
 Alisos 2007

4th Course
Black Angus Petit of Filet
With Red Demi Glace Sauce
Nebbiolo 2005 

5th Course
Chocolate Crème Brulee with Berries
Dolcetto 2008 

Checks, Members $69, Non-Members and Guests, $73, must be made payable to Jeanne Bartlett.   Send to 1358 Saddleback Trail, Camarillo, CA 93012 to arrive no later than Wednesday, February 17th.  No refunds after that date unless space can be filled from waiting list.  Single members may bring one guest at member price. If you need to cancel let me know as there may be someone waiting to take your place.

Marriott Residence Inn, Vineyard Avenue at River Ridge, Oxnard