Forge Cellars Wine Dinner

Join us on July 15 for an unforgettable evening celebrating the wines of Forge Cellars.

Rick Rainey, Forge Cellars

Known for their terroir-driven approach and handcrafted wines, Forge Cellars specializes in expressive, bone-dry Rieslings, elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Franc that capture the character and beauty of southeast Seneca Lake.

Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated multi-course dinner paired with Forge Cellars wines and guided by Managing Partner and Conductor Rick Rainey. A longtime wine professional and passionate advocate for the Finger Lakes, Rick has dedicated his career to exploring the region’s remarkable potential, working closely with growers and vineyards to craft wines that tell the story of place, vintage, and terroir.

Be our guest for an evening of exceptional food, distinctive wines, and engaging conversation as Rick shares the journey behind Forge Cellars and the pursuit of expressing one of America’s most exciting wine regions through every bottle.

Wednesday, July 15

6pm Cocktail Hour | Meeting House

7pm Dinner | Main Dining Room

If you are attending the event with friends, please be sure to find your seats early, as there will be open seating at dinner.

$145++ per person

*Price at checkout includes service

Tickets include welcome snacks, 4-course dinner, and drink pairings

Make a night of it!

Enjoy $30 off our nightly room rate with your ticket purchase! Includes full breakfast each morning of your stay.

Call us at (865) 981-9800 to reserve your room at this special rate.

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1st Course

 Heirloom Tomatoes

Cruze Farm buttermilk cheese, cucumber, puff pastry, herbs

2023 Breakneck Creek Vineyard Dry Riesling, “Gand Cru”

 

2nd Course

Grilled Pork

zucchini, benne seed, oregano

2024 Bellows Estate Cabernet Franc

 

Entrée

Duck Confit

new potato, pickled strawberry, duck jus

 

2024 Caywood Vineyard Pinot Noir

 

Dessert

Bee Sting Cake

house mead, almond, honeysuckle

 

2022 Tango Oaks VYD, Dry Riesling "Premiere Cru"