Orto Santa Monica & Gourmet Wine Getaways
Proudly present
A GOURMET WINE TASTING DINNER
Featuring the wines of
Desparada & Herman Story Wineries
Paso Robles, California
Host: Peter D. Kerr, Gourmet Wine Getaways’ Wine Consultant
Special Guest: Vailia From, owner/winemaker Desparada Wines
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 7:00 PM
$125 per person, plus tax and gratuity
Desparada is the bold venture of Vailia From into the space between earth and imagination. She utilizes grapes sourced from nearly 20 of the Central Coast’s most iconic vineyards, using a growing arsenal of amphorae (one is pictured above) to create wines free of stylistic constraints. Herman Story Wines are made by Vailia’s husband Russell From. He is a man of few (written) words, allowing him to spend more time focused on his wines. The names of his wines, as you will see, are basic yet eclectic. Each wine has a story to tell, requiring it to be consumed to be fully understood. Tonight, Vailia will join us as we taste 2 of her wines and 2 from Russell. Fear not- she loves and understands his wines as well as her own and is a great spokesperson for both. The wines will be paired with a delicious gourmet menu created by Orto’s owner Andrea Inio & his culinary team. All of the featured wines will be available for ordering at very attractive prices (most of them are such small production they never make it to retail shops). Hope to see you there!
Picture credit- Avery Watkins
MENU
Sliced Yukon Gold Potatoes, leeks, bottarga
2022 Desparada Sauvignon Blanc Epione, Edna Valley
Mushroom cake on cheese fondue
2022 Herman Story Milk & Honey (Tempranillo/Syrah blend), Paso Robles
Paccheri pasta with veal short rib ragout
2021 Desparada Sackcloth & Ashes (Cabernet, Petite Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot blend), Paso Robles
Black Angus Filet Mignon, Millefeuille potatoes, Gorgonzola Cheese
2021 Herman Story Made (Syrah/Barbera/Sangiovese/Teroldego blend)
Freshly brewed Coffee or Tea
Advance, guaranteed reservations required via the Resy App. Click on RESERVATIONS button below to book. Cancellations will only be accepted up to 48 hours in advance. No Open Table or phone reservations.
Orto Santa Monica, 502 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Gourmet Wine Getaways (GWG) strongly encourages guests to utilize Lyft, Uber & other safe methods of transport in getting to and from wine events. We want you to be smart and safe, and as such, we ask that you do the responsible thing. GWG or the venues are not liable or responsible for arranging transport & the methods by which guests get to & from our wine events.