Varanese Restaurant, located at 2106 Frankfort Avenue, will host the “Bogle Wine Dinner” on Wednesday, July 26th, with a reception at 6:30pm and dinner at 7:00pm. The special guest for the evening will be Jody Bogle - who oversees customer relations, the wine club and all international sales, and is the granddaughter of the Bogle Vineyard founder Warren Bogle. Jody will be on hand to answer questions about the California wines being served and their special attributes. The cost of the six-course meal is $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (502) 899-9904 or emailing letsdine@varanese.com.

First Course
Sauvignon Blanc
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp with Watermelon, Pickled Watermelon Rind, Goat Cheese,
Micro Arugula, Granny Smith Apple Geleé and Lime Zest

Second Course
Chardonnay
Hot Smoked California Seabass
In a Red Thai Coconut Curry Broth with Fried Scallions and Chili Oil

Third Course
Essential Red Bland
Tempura Fried Oyster Mushrooms
With Roasted Corn Butter Sauce, Basil Pesto and Pickled Cabbage Slaw

Fourth Course
Petite Syrah
Roasted Lamb Meatballs topped with a Golden Raisin and Caper Chutney
Served with Sautéed Rainbow Chard and Crisp Herbed Chickpeas

Fifth Course
Cabernet Sauvignon
Beef Tenderloin Tournedos with Grilled Peaches
Served over Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Crumbled Bleu Cheese
Finished with a Natural Pan Sauce

Sixth Course
Old Vine Zinfandel
Peanut Butter Mousse Parfait with Chocolate Cake,
Blackberry-Black Pepper Ice Cream, Pretzel Crumbles and Shaved Chocolate