Carneros Heritage Fest - Friday May 29th
“Next Generation” Winemaker Dinner

Eight "Next Generation" Carneros winemakers will kick-off the 4th Annual Carneros Heritage Fest by hosting eight tables at a special all-lamb, multi-course dinner — for only 80 guests — on May 29. The event will pair the wines of the featured winemakers with sumptuous cuisine created and prepared by Executive Chef Janine Falvo of the Lodge at Sonoma. The dinner, to take place under the stars at the hotel’s Firepit Patio, marks the launch of the Carneros appellation's annual celebration of its history and namesake ("Carneros" means "the Ram" in Spanish). The all-day outdoor Carneros Heritage Fest follows the dinner on Saturday, May 30.

Chef Falvo’s five-course dinner will feature a bounty of spring produce together with the flavors of artisan lamb raised by Sonoma County rancher Bruce Campbell (CK Lamb), and will include: Warm Lamb Tongue’s Salad, Heirloom Tomatoes and Truffled-Balsamic Vinaigrette; Braised Lamb Shank, Roasted Spring Onion Risotto; Smoked Lamb Chops, Pastitsio and Arugula; Cheese course featuring Bellwether Farms San Andrea’s Sheep’s Milk; and a special sweet lamb dessert featuring Pistachio Custard, Shredded Phyllo and Local Honey Ice Cream. The dinner will include a reception of passed hors d’oeurves and sparkling wines, along with wines personally selected by the eight winemakers.