California Wine Stars Shine So Bright

Pam and Steve Taylor have pulled fabulous bottles from their cellar for a dinner showcasing California stars at Hal’s The Steakhouse, the perfect balance of relaxed sophistication for the evening’s festivities.

Since these California stars shine so bright, everyone will need sunglasses! After starting the evening with bubbles (Schramsberg of course), guests dive into expertly paired courses that excite the palate and the mind.

Course one features the kings of Chardonnay: Kongsgaard, Aubert, and Marcassin. Course two highlights Napa’s founders: Dominus, Opus One, Joseph Phelps, and Caymus. It would only make sense that course three would focus on Napa’s “New Guard” cult wineries: Harlan, Scarecrow, Bryant Family, and Hundred Acre. We’ll round out the evening with dessert paired with Dolce Winery’s Late Harvest. Could there be a more perfect lineup? Not likely.

We are excited to partner with Hal’s The Steakhouse – opening their second location in Nashville 35 years after opening their original location in Atlanta.  They perfected their craft before coming to Nashville, and we cannot wait to try those perfect pairings.

22 lucky bidders will have the honor of attending this classic California dinner on Friday, April 4, 2025.

Reception

• Schramsberg J Schram ‘Noirs’ Brut 2014

First Course: Chardonnay Kings

• Aubert Wines UV-SL Vineyards Chardonnay 2013
• Kongsgaard The Judge Chardonnay 2014
• Marcassin ‘Marcassin Vineyard’ Chardonnay 2013

Second Course: Napa Cab, The Founders

• Caymus Vineyards Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
• Dominus Estate Christian Moueix 2005
• Joseph Phelps Insignia 2007
• Opus One 2007

Third Course: Napa Cab, The Cult

• Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
• Harlan Estate 2012
• Hundred Acre ‘Ark Vineyard’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
• Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Dessert

• Dolce Late Harvest Wine 2007

Dinner Details

• Friday, April 4, 2025
• At Hal’s The Steakhouse

One spot includes:

• 1 seat at the dinner
• 1 pour of each wine

No shared pours.

Donated by Pam & Steve Taylor, Hal’s The Steakhouse