End to Summer 92+ point Wine Dinner

This event has been postponed. We will schedule it for an upcoming month.

September brings the end to a long hot summer. We welcome the change of season with an amazing wine dinner event that features highly rated cool crisp white wines from New Zealand, Spain and the United States and pair them with a perfect menu prepared by the Chefs at Cafe Seville.

Whether you are a wine connoisseur or simply enjoy the finer things in life, this event is perfect for wine lovers and foodies alike. Immerse yourself in the world of wine education as you learn about the art of wine and food pairing. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of elegance and flavor.

Eight seats are available for Meetup members at this event

Massican Pinot Grigio 2023
Score: 92 pts. WS
A distinctive style, offering bright, fresh, crunchy Honeycrisp apple, lime zest and lemon blossom notes, plus a hint of crunchy sea salt. There's a wonderful mix of elegance and power, with mouthwatering acidity and a long, lingering finish.

Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Score: 95 pts WS
Distinctive, succulent and wonderfully complex, offering stone fruit flavors on a rich, smooth and mouthwateringly juicy frame, with notes of honeysuckle, honey-preserved ginger, creamy lemon curd, ripe mango and flowers. Hints of spices linger on the long, expressive finish.

Raul Perez "Atalier" Albarino 2020
Score: 94 WA
A transparent, pure and defined Albarano with good acidity and a salty, very tasty finish.

Brewer Clifton Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay 2023
Score: 93 pts. WS
Shows harmony and intensity, with focused flavors of tangerine, Meyer lemon, lime and pomelo that are lovely at the core, plus aromatic notes of lemongrass, lemon thyme and oregano. A fresh thread of acidity and details of Himalayan sea salt gain momentum on the finish.

Menu
First Course
Gambas Santa Fe
Large shrimp sautéed in a tomato, basil, saffron sauce.

Second Course
Paella - "The National Dish of Spain"
A combination of fresh fish, shrimp, scallops, calamari, mussels, clams, boneless chunks of chicken, chorizo, pork, and Spanish saffron rice.

Third Course
Grouper Costa Bravo
Sauteed with diced tomato, scallions, garlic and white wine.

Dessert Course
Flan
A smooth, creamy, custard dessert with a golden caramel sauce.

Coffee and tea served upon request.
Cappuccino and Espresso charged separately

Members: $119 plus tax and 20% gratuity
Non-members: $129 plus tax and 20% gratuity

All proceeds from Carpe Vinum events fund a scholarship program for students at FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality.