July 18, 2025

Sunset Wine Pairing Chef Dinner

Delight your palate with a delectable array of classic French dishes each thoughtfully paired with four Aquila's Nest wines. Immerse yourself in the charm of French culture as you dine al fresco under the starlit sky, in the backdrop of a stunning sunset, surrounded by the captivating beauty of the vineyard, while enjoying live music by the talented Valerie Rose.

Taking the reins for our Taste of France Wine Dinner will be Loree Ogan, the esteemed owner of Loree's Fine Food, and Chef Susan Cardoza. With a distinguished 40-year career in the catering industry, Loree has orchestrated events from intimate gatherings of 20 to grand occasions hosting up to 10,000 guests, spanning from New Hampshire to Virginia.

Loree's culinary journey includes studying cooking in France, Italy, and Spain, as well as at the renowned Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park. In her leisure time, she leads European cooking tours to Southern France, Tuscany, and most recently, Sicily.

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DRESS CODE

Casual Chic: Dress in Floral

MENU AND WINES

STARTER

Shrimp and Asparagus with Sesame Vinaigrette

Paired with Aquila’s Nest Sibyl Dry Rose Wine

APPETIZER

Bib Lettuce Salad with Grapes, Gorgonzola, and Walnuts

Paired with Aquila’s Nest Zana e Malit Dry Riesling

MAIN COURSE

Grilled Leg of Lamb in a Zinfandel Fruit Reduction with Spring Vegetable Bundle

Paired with Aquila’s Nest Princess of Troy Merlot

DESSERT

Grand Marnier Strawberry Cheesecake

Paired with Aquila’s Nest Siren Moscato

This thoughtfully curated wine pairing dinner will be served on elegant, eco-friendly bamboo plates, enhancing both the presentation and our commitment to sustainability.

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Tax and Gratuity are included.

Additional wine will be available for purchase tableside.

20% of wine sales will be donated to Fairfield County's Community Foundation, Fund for Women and Girls, a non profit partner that brings together passionate people and trusted resources to solve our region’s challenges through innovative, collaborative solutions.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Ticket is non refundable. In case of rain, this event will be moved to the Indoor Tasting Room.

 

BOOK TICKETS on our website:

https://www.aquilasnestvineyar...

Admission

$175
Location Aquila's Nest Vineyards

56 Pole Bridge Rd
Newtown CT, 06482

Times
6:30 p.m. - 8:30p.m.