An Evening with The Count

Before the California wine industry existed there was Buena Vista Winery! Warm up this winter and join its founder, The Count, for the wine dinner that offers an incredible experience of wine and history. A committed farmer, an experimental innovator and vintner, a respected author, a shrewd businessman and a brilliant and incredibly zealous promoter, The Count is considered California's most acclaimed and flamboyant vinicultural pioneer and evangelist. He will entertain you with his stories from the past while Chef Giuseppe stimulates your palate with another amazing 5-course meal.

Menu:
~ Intro Wine: Jean-Louis Charles de Fere
~ 1st Course: Zuccotto di Funghi Con Zafferano - Wild Mushroom, Fresh Herb, Saffron Cream Sauce 
Paired with: Buena Vista North Coast Chardonnay
~ 2nd Course: Insalata Invernale - Beluga Lentil, Grapes, Roasted Pumpkin, Apple Cider & Balsamic Vinegrette 
~ 3rd Course: Trancia di Salmone & Vongole Livornese - Wild Alaskan Salmon, Manilla Clam, Pancetta & Light Tomato Basil White Wine Sauce 
Paired with: Buena Vista North Coast Pinot Noir
~ 4th Course: Garganelli Al Ragu Romano - Homemade Garganelli Pasta, Traditional Roman Ragù, Beef, Lamb & Sausage 
Paired with: Buena Vista Chateau Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
~ 5th Course: Pere di Bosco Arrostite di Miele - Honey Roasted Bosco Pears
Paired with: Buena Vista Sonoma Zinfandel

"The Count of Buena Vista is portrayed by Sonoma professional character portrayal actor and historian George Webber. Mr. Webber has for the last five years brought the famous founder of Buena Vista Winery: Count Agoston Haraszthy to life---in first-person performances delivered to wine audiences all over the United States and Canada. Combining solid historical and wine knowledge with extraordinary oratory, a Wine Dinner performed by George Webber is a unique experience not to be missed by both wine and history lovers."

Seating disclaimer: Seating for this event is open. We are only able to reserve seats for tables of 8 or more. If you purchase tickets separately from a party and would like to sit together please email erin@bellaserapgh.com no later the 48 hours prior to the event to ensure that you will be sat together.

Dietary restrictions: We do our best to accommodate all dietary restrictions. If there is something on the evenings menu that you or someone in your party may have an allergy to please email erin@bellaserapgh.com no later than 48 hours prior to the event so that we have alternative options available. Substitutions can only be made if we are notified 48 hours in advance.

Sales disclaimer: All sales are final. Refunds will only be given if - Bella Sera cancels the event due to low enrollment or inclement weather. When you register for an event, you are reserving a slot that determines how much food we purchase and whether or not the event will be held. No refunds, credits or gift certificates will be issued if you cancel less than seven days prior to the event or do not come to the event. You can however send another person in your place.