This March marks the ten-year anniversary of the 2013 Inaugural Luncheon, where Bedell Cellars’ 2009 Merlot was the first New York wine to be served at a Presidential Inauguration. To celebrate the momentous occasion, Winemaker Rich Olsen-Harbich is teaming up with Fyr and Salt (www.instagram.com/fyrandsalt/) to host a Presidential Wine Dinner on Saturday, March 25 at 6 p.m. The three-course menu will feature dishes from the 2013 Inaugural Luncheon, and each course will be paired with a vintage Bedell Cellars wine, including the 2009 Merlot which has not been poured since that day. The pairings will be inspired by wines enjoyed by past presidents and the 2009 Merlot will be available for guests to purchase. Cost is $285 and there are only ten seats available. Guests may reserve a seat by visiting http://bit.ly/3L8nkdj. The menu, subject to change, will feature:
Steamed Lobster
New England Clam Chowder
Tierce, 2010 Finger Lakes Dry Riesling
Anthony Road Winery, Fox Run Vineyards, Red Newt Cellars
Hickory Grilled Bison
Red Potato Horseradish Cake, Wild Huckleberry Reduction
Bedell Cellars, 2009 Merlot
North Fork of Long Island
Hudson Valley Apple Pie
Sour Cream Ice Cream, Aged Cheese and Honey
Korbel Natural “Special Inaugural Cuvée”
California Champagne
