The Desmond on the Roof

The Desmond on the Roof Winemaker Dinner featuring Justin Vineyards pairs limited-release and exclusive wines with five courses of seasonal cuisine masterfully prepared by Chef Aldo Negrete. Held on our 4th floor rooftop, this event features vintages from Justin Vineyards and Special Guest Speaker Master Sommelier Joseph Spellman. In 1996, Joseph became the 29th American to earn the highly-acclaimed Master Sommelier Diploma and is the only American to have earned the honor "Best Sommelier in the World in French Wines and Spirits". He has since become a certified instructor and examiner in the Court of Master Sommeliers and has traveled to numerous countries, leading wine seminars and educational conferences.

1ST COURSE
Gravlax Kampachi, house crème fraîche
smoked salmon roe, fresh dill, rye croutons, dill oil
Paired with 2022 Justin Rosé

2ND COURSE
Roasted Baby Carrots, carrot top pesto, carrot juice yogurt, herbs
pickled carrot, crispy quinoa
Paired with 2022 Justin Chardonnay

3RD COURSE
Wood-Roasted Octopus, salsa macha, roasted romanesco cauliflower
jimmy nardello black garlic romesco, marcona almond, chive
Paired with 2022 Justin Pinot Noir

4TH COURSE
Whole Spit-Roasted Bone-In Pork Loin, roasted stone fruit, crispy pork belly
charred shishito peppers, nuoc cham vinaigrette, thai basil
Paired with 2019 Justin Isosceles

DESSERT
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp, citrus yogurt sorbet, wildflower honey glaze
Paired with 2020 Justin Savant

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