El Rincon Criollo & Gourmet Wine Getaways
Proudly present
A GOURMET WINEMAKER DINNER
Featuring the wines of
Swank N’ Smith Winery
Paso Robles, California
Host: Peter D. Kerr, Gourmet Wine Getaways
Special Guest: Owner/Winemaker Gregg Smith
Thursday, July 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
$115 per person, plus tax and gratuity
Swank n’ Smith Winery, based in Paso Robles, is a boutique winery that has garnered many accolades and awards for the wonderful hand-crafted, food-friendly wines they are producing. You may not be familiar with the winery due to their size but once you taste these wines, you’ll want to add them to your collection. We will have the opportunity to taste 5 of their outstanding wines sourced from well- established vineyards in Paso Robles and Napa Valley, including three 10-year old reds that are drinking beautifully now and will continue to do so for the next 5+ years. Best of all, each wine is perfectly paired with the authentic Cuban cuisine from the culinary team at El Rincon Criollo. Winemaker/Owner Gregg Smith will be on-hand to talk about his wines and winemaking philosophy. Attendance is limited to 30 guests so book early to ensure your seats. July 29 update- Dinner is sold out but we are accepting names for a Wait List. Please call to establish your WL priority.
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Fresh Plantain Chips
2019 Tarantula Hawk Rose
Tangy Ceviche
2018 Swank N’ Smith Viognier
Lamb Chop delicately poised over Eggplant Puree
2015 Swank N’ Smith Monarch (GSM blend)
El Rincon’s Signature Ropa Vieja
2014 Swank N’ Smith “Laureate” Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
2015 Swank N’ Smith “Laureate Reserve” Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
A Sweet Ending
Prepaid reservations are essential, as seating is limited. Cancellations will only be accepted up to 48 hours in advance. No Open Table reservations.
Reservations: 310-391-4478
El Rincon Criollo, 8501 Pershing Dr., Playa del Rey
Picture credit- Swank N’ Smith Winery
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