Straight from Sonoma Valley Wine Country to New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam invites the public to its first exclusive 5-course wine pairing dinner featuring award-winning Randy Ullom, head winemaker of California’s Kendall-Jackson Winery in partnership with Director of Culinary Arts and celebrity Chef Chris Viaud. The dinner will take place on January 21 2025 from 6pm-8pm.
Kendall-Jackson is one of America’s most beloved family-owned and operated wineries and Randy Ullom is one of California’s most respected winemakers. With a career spanning more than three decades, Randy has played a defining role in shaping the style and success of Kendall-Jackson and the broader Jackson Family portfolio and making the most popular Chardonnay sold in America — the Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve. Known for his approachable storytelling and deep understanding of terroir, Randy will guide guests through each pairing, sharing insight into the craftsmanship, philosophy, and sense of place behind every glass.
Director of Culinary Arts Chef Chris Viaud will pair an elegant five-course dinner in the majestic Estate Ballroom, celebrating local ingredients and the bounty of New Hampshire farms. Guests gather for a evening of remarkable food, exceptional wines, and stories worth savoring at the heart of The Lake Estate. Tickets are $152.50 per person plus tax. Limited reservations via link.
Guests can also extend the evening and book a room night with special rates starting from $299 with code WINE121 via this link.
MENU WITH WINE PAIRINGS:
First Course
Hibiscus Cured Tuna
Compressed Persimmon, Cucumber Yogurt, Radish, Yuzu Mint Gel
2023 Vintners Reserve Rose
Second Course
“Peking” Quail
Pear & Thyme Gastrique, Smoked Parsnip Puree, Hazelnut Crumble
Jackson Estate Chardonnay
Third Course
Hand Cut Pappardelle
Smoked Oyster Mushroom, Spiced Squash
Sage Oil, Toasted Hazelnut
2022 Dakel Pinot Noir
Fourth Course
Five Spice Duck Breast
Caramelized Fennel, Glazed Celery Root & Leek, Fennel Pollen
Huckleberry & Herb Sauce
2021 Hawkey Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Fifth Course
Honey Pavlova
Buddahs Hand Semifreddo, Blood Orange, Kumquat, Satsuma, Mandarin, Pistachio
2022 Grand Reserve Late Harvest Orange Muscat